AMY SMITH
123 Main Street • Atlanta, Georgia • 30339
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Objective: Seek the Position of Technical Writer
SUMMARY: Profoundly knowledgeable and creative Technical Writer with over six years experience in utilizing specialized knowledge of agency mission, objectives or programs to write, research and prepare technical reports, publications, related documents, and other media.
Summary of Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of research methods, techniques, and sources of information.
Exceptional ability to review and edit documents for accuracy and completeness.
Immense ability to use computer spreadsheet software.
Strong ability to use graphic and desktop publishing software, as well as computer word processing software.
Remarkable ability to provide technical assistance to users, communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; and read and understand information presented in writing.
In-depth ability to provide consultation and expert advice or testimony.
Proven ability to develop and implement new policies/procedures/standards and rules/regulations.
Uncommon ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Profound ability to evaluate information against a set of standards.
Uncommon ability to speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally.
Write or draft technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.
Review and evaluate reports, documents, laws, rules, and regulations.
Edit, prepare, or approve summaries of findings.
Review and edit technical writing.
Draw/create and select graphic charts, working drawings, illustrations, maps, etc., for publications/displays or similar projects.
Adapt sketches/drawings to meet specific technical or publication requirements.
Perform research activities by utilizing computer software to obtain and manipulate data.
Review and coordinate the preparation of reports, papers, and presentations for management.
Provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and facilitate decisions.
Perform other tasks as assigned.
Metropolitan State University, Minneapolis 2000 - 2002
Junior Technical Writer
Created, edited, and maintained technical documentation for current and future applications, i.e., technical reference manuals and production control manuals.
Created, edited, and maintained procedural documentation including but not limited to department policies and procedures (SOP's) and "how to" user guides and application guides.
Wrote, edited, produced, and maintained on-line (internet/web-based) documentation.
Supported quality assurance efforts, assembled documentation for audits and ensured that documentation is compliant with federal regulations.
Researched and evaluated new documentation tools and methods; documented and improved documentation processes.
Maintained documentation standards and kept abreast of current information by associating with professional individuals and societies and by reviewing professional publications, newsletters, e-mail, and Web sites.
Assisted in developing documentation project plans and timelines.
Supervised and trained lower level employees and provided informational assistance on an ongoing basis.
Collaborated with departmental programmers to collect and interpret input from IT or other departmental personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism University of New York (2000)