Michael Munkvold - Technical Writer
Resume:
Michael Munkvold
aca18x@r.postjobfree.com
www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmunkvold
Summary:
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2 years experience in HTML, including wikis.
1 year experience in technical writing in software and manufacturing environments.
Experience as a technical writer, editor and proofreader, specializing in researching,
writing and editing end-user documentation such as user manuals and online help.
Skills:
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Experienced copy editor and proofreader in both print and Web formats.
Fluent in AP, Chicago and MLA Style Guides.
Extensive experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
Skilled in editing multi-author documents.
Strong project management skills, with experience working in project teams.
Experience with coordinating writing by multiple authors, internal review processes
and final document production.
Experience:
Intel
Contract Technical Writer May-June 2013
Wrote and edited technical manufacturing specifications for Intel's Salt Bay cell phone line.
Collaborated with workers and subject matter experts to ensure quality and accuracy of
specifications.
Researched Intel products and brand to maintain continuity and brand voice with previous Intel
specifications.
Volt Workforce Solutions June 2012 - January
2013
Marketing representative
Represented corporate brand and image to customers and potential clients.
Negotiated sales contracts.
Performed extensive data entry and handled inbound phone calls.
Processed orders and managed document workflow.
Performed several informational interviews.
Freelance SEO writer/grant writer September 2007-Present
Wrote several well-received grants for the Yamhill Community Action Partnership and the One
World Love Foundation.
Wrote and edited several business plans and funding strategies, from researching potential
funding sources to writing compelling, sustainable funding narratives.
Researched and planned social media strategies for several companies.
Wrote, edited and proofread several online help guides.
Wrote several well-received SEO-focused ads for companies such as Northwest Graphic, Log
Cabin Homes and Holiday Retirement.
Wrote and designed market research and user roles/profiles for the Society for Technical
Communication.
Managed content from draft to final edition.
The Portland Spectator June 2010 - January 2012
Copy Editor and columnist
Wrote, proofread, edited and formatted each issue’s content in both print and Web formats.
Assisted with social media marketing and strategy, including contributing content to and
partnering with other sites.
Assisted chief editor in reviewing timelines and assigning stories to reporters and freelancers.
Mentored junior staff.
Assisted with website design, using HTML, XHTML and CSS.
Created and coordinated daily work schedules and interoffice communication.
Worked extensively with aggregated news and data.
ITA Insurance December 2009 - February 2010
Intern
Researched, proofread, formatted and copyedited insurance textbooks and training
documentation.
Completed two insurance training textbooks.
Created and coordinated daily work schedules and interoffice communication.
Flossin’ Magazine January 2007 - July 2007
Reporter/administrative intern
Researched, wrote, proofread, formatted and edited each issue’s content in print and Web
formats.
Assisted with social media marketing and strategy, including contributing content to and
partnering with other sites.
Assisted chief editor in reviewing timelines and assigning stories to reporters and freelancers.
Created, managed and updated sales databases to assist ad/sales department.
Created and coordinated daily work schedules and interoffice communication.
Helped design advertising-related media kits.
K-BOO-FM June 2006 - January 2007
Assistant News Producer
Researched, wrote, edited, formatted and proofread news copy for daily broadcast.
Managed content from draft to final edition.
Assisted chief editor in assigning stories to reporters and freelancers.
Mentored junior staff.
Managed interns and volunteers within the news department; led daily team meetings of
approximately 20 people in the News Director’s absence.
Created show scripts and schedules.
Managed informational/sales databases.
KWVA April 2003 - January 2006
Reporter
Researched, wrote, edited, formatted and proofread news copy for daily broadcast.
Managed content from draft to final edition.
Assigned stories for other reporters within the news department.
Created show scripts and schedules, often single-handedly.
Mentored junior staff.
Coordinated daily work schedules, and created and managed informational databases.
Led daily team meetings of approximately 20 people in the Station Manager’s absence.
Education:
Portland State University
December 2011
Master of Arts degree in Technical Writing
University of Oregon, OR
June 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
Certificate in Topic-Based Authoring from Society of Technical Communication
March 2012
Made extensive study of grantwriting and non-profit funding strategies.
Designed, edited and proofread several end-user documents relating to software and design
constructs in academic and internship settings.
Professional Recognition:
Member of the National Association of Technical Writers
Represented The Spectator at the 2010 College Network Convention in Dallas, Texas.
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