Ogłoszenie numer: 1301707, from 2016-10-10
At TWi, we make complex, cutting edge ideas and creations as accessible and easy to consume as possible for the people they are designed to benefit. Founded in 2011, TWi is a growing team of world-class communicators, committed to continuous learning. We’re passionate about what we do: producing documentation solutions that are clear, concise, complete, consistent, and most importantly appropriate for the target audience. We focus on forming long-term partnerships with leading hi-tech multinationals who develop IT, medical devices, and pharmaceutical products. Whether we’re working on an Instructions for Use (IFU) manual for a medical device, process documentation for developing life-saving drugs, or an online help system for a software application, we guarantee high-quality results and timely delivery.
Technical Writer
Location: śląskie, praca zdalna
Job description
About the Position
We are looking for experienced freelance technical writers/instructional designers to join our team for a specific client project on a full-time, 3-month contract (October until end of 2016). The client project supports a leading multinational to develop a wide range of innovative courseware for its software products. The multinational uses this courseware to train its employees, partners, and customers. Internal training will be provided for tools, processes, and all relevant areas as required. This is an exciting opportunity to join a global team and work from home while doing so.
Expected Tasks
Create and edit learning and training material for our client that is:
- Profiled and delivered in multiple formats to accommodate instructor-led training, virtual training, e-learning, and mobile learning
- Task-based and minimalist, following DITA standards
- Developed using a range of cutting-edge tools and technologies
- Based on input and sign-off from subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure completeness and accuracy
- Composed of multiple formats, including text, graphics, interactive simulations (demos and exercises), audio, and animation
- High quality and focused on clearly defined learning objectives and information needs of the audience
Requirements
- Excellent written and spoken English (to the standard of a native speaker)
- University degree in technical writing, e-learning, English, IT, or a related subject
- At least three years’ practical experience of working in a technical writing/e-learning/instructional design environment, preferably in the IT industry
- Sound knowledge of instructional design theory and authoring systems (ideally to include structured XML/DITA) and the ability to learn to use new tools and technologies as needed
- Ability to explain complex concepts in a clear, concise, and understandable manner
- High degree of flexibility and a willingness to learn new subject matter quickly
- Sense of responsibility and proven ability to work to tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Facilities in place, and the discipline required, to work from home
- A positive attitude
We offer
- An opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation with a global reach and an open and communicative culture
- The ability to work from home
- A high degree of flexibility in terms of working hours
- Competitive rates, in accordance with level of experience
Note that if the project goes well, there may be opportunities to continue working with us in 2017. Our aim is to create long-lasting partnerships with selected freelance writers.