Technical Writer Content
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SkyeHughes.com
Skye Hughes' writing and editing resume
As a Houston-area writer/editor, I can meet your needs with over 20 years of experience writing and editing user instructions, white papers, scientific and technical reports, procedures, and some things that aren't easily classifiable.
My relevant job titles have been Senior Technical Writer, Technical Writer/Editor, Scientific Editor, and Writer/Editor.
I gained my experience in software and Internet application development, e-commerce, Web content, marine science, marketing communications, small government, and more.
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Clear, concise content
Creating a variety of communications that clarify meaning, convey a message succinctly, and show readers how the message relates to them. Translating from technical to general. Clarifying content that is confusing.
Project rescue & troubleshooting
Completing projects that stalled or ran out of budget, often after companies had hired and fired previous writers and editors. Changing direction on a dime and producing accurate results quickly.
Learning quickly & effectively
Learning a new subject much more quickly than expected and being able to use that information effectively and accurately. In six weeks, I learned one new product, and wrote two manuals and three online help systems, saving my client time and money. Work background
Skills & strengths
A few of the things I have written
A manual for people with no programming experience explaining how to implement complex programming concepts
Various user and administrator guides
News stories for a local community newspaper
An instructional document for software product reviewers
A technical white paper for an innovative Internet communication application
A manual for a literacy program
A city government application for a statewide award
A short story published in a science fiction magazine A few of the things I have edited
A case study about social programs that help divert children away from the prison system, written by a local leadership organization
Scientific reports and articles for NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service
Let's talk about what I can do for you.
© 2009–2012 Skye Hughes. All Rights Reserved.
© 2009–2012 Skye Hughes. All Rights Reserved.
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