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0-5 years of experience
Worked as an entry writer performing various clerical functions with over 20 accounts handling U.S. Customs transactions.
- Conducted remote filings for freight coming into other ports around the United States.
- Completed compliance officer functions such as post entry, treasury insurance bonds, bond requests and client setup and reviewing POA’s.
- Exceeded corporate goals on a monthly basis with files per desk by as much as 150% and revenue per desk by 40%.
- Coordinated, confirmed release and delivery of cargo, as well as proactively providing accurate routing information for customers regarding freight inquiries.
- Classified goods using the HTSUS and binding rulings to ensure the proper duty was assessed at time of importation.
0-5 years of experience
90:00 Soccer is a publication and one of the top football open source networks for international and business soccer news.
- Developed, produced and packaged editorial content, including player and coach profiles, Q&As, press conference and post-match reports, and team updates for the online editions of the publication.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with Major League Soccer (MLS) and United Soccer League (USL) players and coaches and conducted proprietary research to develop high-quality editorial content.
- Reviewed press releases and other media materials from MLS and USL clubs to source compelling story ideas and collaborated with other staff members to collectively determine editorial focus and content.
- Closely reviewed, proofread, fact-checked and edited articles for AP style, clarity, and accuracy.
- Conducted over 100 player, coach, and team executive interviews in a six-month period.
0-5 years of experience
Managed and coached teams of technical writers responsible for over 40 user guides, reference manuals, training guides, and release notes, helping them to deliver their work on schedule.
- Wrote and edited user guides, reference manuals, and release notes that enabled both end users and technical support personnel to understand and more easily use the software applications.
- Mentored new writers to familiarize them with writing standards and bring them up to production speed.
- DBA for technical content MS SQL Server database used by department of 100 writers, translators, editors, and production personnel to maintain high efficiency and reduce errors.
- Chief liaison with software development team during development cycle of content development and translation tools.
- Performed quality analysis and end user testing on multi-million dollar content authoring and management products.
- Covered help line for department of 100 writers, translators, editors, and production personnel, reducing their downtime.
0-5 years of experience
Researched and revitalized a legal website with freshly written content.
- Wrote blog articles for a legal website using SEO principals to drive Google rankings.
- Improved the Google rankings of a corporate housing website on specific keywords between 5-20%.
- Designed and executed dynamic Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram campaigns for all content driven clients.
- Worked with web developers on key points of SEO implementation to keep our clients compliant with the latest Google algorithms.
0-5 years of experience
As one of the largest title insurance companies in the nation, [company name] provides accurate, efficient, and professional title and escrow services for residential, commercial, and equity transactions through its direct operations and an extensive network of agents throughout the United States and internationally.
- Worked with management and other personnel to establish writing goals, strategies, and plans.
- Researched available technical data including drawings, design reports, and test specifications.
- Prepared written text and coordinated layout and organization of manuals and other documents according to prepared outlines and specifications.
- Planned, developed, implemented, and edited writing projects including user manuals, training manuals, and help documents for [company name] during a major, company-wide software upgrade.
- Assisted Senior Project Manager with various side projects, including adding/removing content from project SharePoint site and creating process maps with Microsoft Visio.
0-5 years of experience
Coordination of multiple, complex communications projects including writing, editing, and project management
- Developed and served as Editor of the quarterly electronic newsletter, Up to Wind Speed
- Wrote and/or edited more than 300 topical and technical reports, conference papers, journal articles, press
- Continuously trained authors on editorial style in support of publication for NREL publications database
- Edited publications from first draft through final proofs for content clarity, style, layout, and organization
- Tracking and version control of all report activities and milestones; planned and managed resources necessary to accommodate customers’ goals
- Created 22 white paper fact sheets to cohesively market research and development efforts at the NWTC
- Updated/rewrote / maintained content for NREL.gov/Wind web site – 30+ pages to represent research approaches
- Served as lead communicator for more than 60 proposals in FY2011 including design, graphics coordination,
- Co-wrote and awarded $2M on a critical and innovative wind technology proposal in FY2012
- Training received: Writing Federal Proposals – Shipley Associates; Proposing to Win – Korn/Ferry International.
0-5 years of experience
Wrote and edited newsletters, project proposals, reports, and planning documents for use by the Medicare Part D Program; participated in planning communications activities.
- Implemented communications efforts for the Medicare
- Performed quality assurance, drafted, and edited newsletters, project plans and reports, and other deliverable documents for content, grammar, and style
- Lead newsletter publishing efforts and participated in Section 508 Web-accessibility and review process
- Gave input for developing social media marketing process
- Managed documents using SharePoint
- Participated in Activities Committee to organize and promote employee health events
0-5 years of experience
Served as a prolific writer, researcher, editorial resource and content developer across six departments, including marketing, curatorial, membership, education and private events.
- Served as content editor during the re-design of EMP’s new website resulting in a 2012 Addy Award
- Wrote and edited press releases and one-sheets
- Worked closely with graphic design teams to ensure that all written content was visually supported
- Wrote and edited EMP’s annual report
- Created and edited letters from EMP’s CEO
- Crafted original long-form content to promote [company name] through monthly e-newsletters, emails, online articles, calendar listings, brochures and fliers
- Developed marketing campaigns in the form of radio spots, billboards and print ads (local, national and international)
0-5 years of experience
Attended events and meetings concerning and involving the student body in areas of recreation and complaints
- Researched and organized information for news releases
- Wrote articles in various areas of news, sports, and student life
- Maintained good relationships with the writers and editors to ensure deadlines
- Actively collaborated with University administration, student organizations and the athletic department
- Utilized strong writing, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
0-5 years of experience
Teaming and Conferencing Collaboration Software, [company name] Writing Group
- Developed instructional flash videos using Camtasia Studio 5
- Tested and documented the Conferencing, Teaming and Workflow software to improve usability for end users
- Wrote, updated and converted all Teaming and Conferencing documentation (API, installation, administration, and user guides) to [company name]’s Structured FrameMaker format to single-source the creation of web-based Guides and context-sensitive help systems
- Managed online user feedback for all Teaming and Conferencing documentation
0-5 years of experience
Wrote and edited sections of the SRS (300+ page document) for a complex web-based application (Oracle database) to be used by the national client’s various levels of management, and corporate departments.
- Collected and synthesized data from functional requirements; wireframe screen mockups; data dictionary; and reviews by the Business Analyst, Development, and Management Information Systems representative.
- Identified inconsistencies between wireframes and functional specifications, and communicated those to the Business Analyst, and Information Architecture team.
- Communicated with co-workers located in Rochester, N.Y. and the West Coast via texting, Gmail, Google Calendar, weekly team conference calls, and QA system onsite review meetings.
- Improved documentation usability by implementing Microsoft Word functionality.
- Took initiative to research and resolve Microsoft Word issues.
- Improved team focus and communication during weekly meetings by creating an SRS
0-5 years of experience
Extracted relevant data from the clinical protocol, statistical analysis plan (SAP), and CSR for inclusion in the NIH database – also referred to as www.clinicaltrials.gov, ENCePP, and EudraCT for the purposes of clinical trials registration and results disclosure
- Worked closely with the product team, across sites and countries, to ensure satisfaction and that corporate policy and NIH standards are exceeded, with regards to clinical trial transparency for all assigned products
- Prepared CSR study synopses in accordance with Merck Guidance Documents and the regulations of the German authorities
- Utilized knowledge of NIH regulations, applicable state and federal laws, and internal Merck policies
- Ensured assigned projects were delivered on time and under budget, through effective project management skills
- Preformed quality control assessments of all assigned deliverables for other medical writers
- Multifunctional role with teams spanning the globe
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for a thorough risk analysis of conventional mortgage loan applications up to $460K for purchases and refinances for properties in states across the country.
- Greatly minimized company risk, consistently providing exceptional attention to detail when evaluating borrowers’ financial strength
- Successfully generated additional business and revenue, proposing alternative resolutions to loans not meeting conventional guidelines
- Exhibited excellent follow-through with loan officers, loan processors, and management through all processes of underwriting
0-5 years of experience
Successfully created and maintained wiki-based online documentation for NET’s UX products.
- Successfully completed a top-to-bottom overhaul of the documentation suite for the UX product line. Created a uniform style guide and documentation policies for developing wiki content.
- Created, modified, and updated all customer facing wiki-based technical documentation, including: User Guides, Installation Guides, Best Practices, Release and Upgrade Notes, and various Knowledge Base articles.
- Evangelized the use of, provided training for, and administered the Confluence wiki.
- Create and maintain other miscellaneous technical documentation related to the UX product.
- Supervised contract writer(s) in NET’s remote offices.
6-10 years of experience
Managed and coordinated business operations for US and India offices of a marketing services company. Conceptualized, developed and directed marketing strategies centered on customer retention, email marketing, business partnerships and promotions. Oversaw and optimized marketing budget, forecasting and reporting.
- Process Improvement: Restructured product and service offerings and coordinated US and India collaboration, resulting in a 40% increase in promotional revenue and cohesive IT operations. Produced newsletter campaigns and tracked metrics through Constant Contact and coordinated IT tasks through Assembla.
- Specialized Documentation: Used Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, HTML, and Visio to create documentation, presentations and diagrams for website, newsletters, white papers, system and operation diagrams, store products, programs and service descriptions. Outlined system overview and migration guides. Updated website content.
- Structure Change: Helped transition IT functions from the US to India. Interviewed developers, business and IT managers to determine processes, system overviews, naming conventions, business models, and other considerations for successful project completion.
- Email Marketing: Produced 25%+ of online revenue through strategic management of email/newsletter channel. Brought email-based sales program to on-line store and increased store sales from $5k/mo to $60k/mo.
- New Business: Created and posted video short for a seasonal service offering on YouTube which captured 50k views.
0-5 years of experience
FINRA Series 6-registered marketing writer
- Assisted in Transamerica’s marketing efforts, including its variable annuities, mutual funds and value add efforts
- Generated ideas for sales collateral and completed research projects
- Wrote collateral materials, including product brochures, email marketing campaigns, presentations, press releases, video scripts, flyers, internal communication blogs, newsletters, magazine articles and web content
- Wrote and coordinated the weekly “Snapshot” — a financial news recap HTML that also provided enterprise reporting, the latest headlines and market updates
- Wrote quarterly newsletter covering the latest developments with Social Security
- Wrote and coordinated weekly HTML email marketing campaign targeting VA providers and prospects nationwide
0-5 years of experience
Authored digital lessons and assessments for middle and high school American History textbooks published by Pearson, the world’s largest textbook publisher.
- Aligned lessons to a variety of specifications, including [company name]’s intricate guidelines for style and format, Webb’s Depths of Knowledge (DOKS), Pearson textbook standards, The Chicago Manual of Style, and the standards of the particular state for which the textbook was designed.
- Researched and curated internet resources, then documented each piece of information; lessons required extensive research among primary documents at the Library of Congress, National Archives, and U.S. Census.
- Created lessons, interactive activities, research projects, and project-based lessons that require students to apply Levels 3 and 4 of Webb’s Depths of Knowledge (DOKS).*
- Retrieved and stored digital input and output in a publishing repository.
- Met all deadlines.
- DEPTHS OF KNOWLEDGE (DOKS)
0-5 years of experience
Compiled and edited detailed manpower analyses, procedural documents, and training plans for use by the U.S. military
- Ensured all projects are consistent, cohesive, and coherent
- Served as liaison among project participants and SMEs, accurately translating, synthesizing, and incorporating revisions
- Customized and assembled projects based on clients’ specific needs
- Ensured documents comply with and include current DoD standards and practices through continual communication with government personnel
10+ years of experience
Coordinated advertising, public relations, internal/external communications and crisis management for multiple university units.
- Helped develop marketing communications plans for all units and supervised public relations clerical staff, student assistants and interns.
- Advised and trained top administrators, department heads and faculty on media relations.
- Wrote and edited news and features for university newspaper.
- Produced a weekly medical talk radio show.
0-5 years of experience
- Contributed narratives for annual Air Force Congressional Energy Report for US Air Force Center for Energy Conservation (AFCEC)
- Edited and submitted 17 conservation award packages to Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP); won 7, more than any other federal agency
- Wrote (to MIL-STD) correspondence for senior Air Force officers (O-6 and above) for dissemination
- Maintained training records for all of Tyndall AFB personnel
- Wrote/maintained construction records for all of Eglin AFB
0-5 years of experience
Started as an editorial intern and after a month was given a contracted position to write 30-40 posts a week for the website.
- Increased the company’s presence on social media platforms Facebook and Twitter through targeted and timely posts and furthered interactions with followers.
- Helped curate the concert archives; the company owns the largest private collection of live music recordings and streams them online.
- Worked as a production assistant on multiple video shoots of musicians in both New York and Nashville.
6-10 years of experience
Produced hardware and software documentation for telecommunications products.
- Created system administration and site planning guides for PBX switches.
- Wrote database administration, configuration, and reference manuals for telephony software
- Maintained and updated manuals from previous releases.
- Wrote marketing collateral.
- Developed system administration training materials and taught a system administration
6-10 years of experience
- Consulted on PR strategy and drafted press releases for SaaS startup Front Desk.
- Wrote editorial reviews for Special Places for Special Travelers: Washington State’s Top 50 Places for Romance, Adventure and Gourmet Cuisine (ghost writer).
- Wrote website copy for clients such as Green Benefits, Liftopia and Array Health Services.
- Contracted as Content Strategist to develop an interactive agency’s core brand messaging, short case studies and proposals, and copy for various client projects.
0-5 years of experience
- Gathered requirements and collaborated with IT Director, Hardware and Network Support personnel to write IT policies and procedures aligned to SOX and ITIL standards for Hussey Copper.
- Performed needs assessment and created training materials such as: Operator Manuals, Quick Reference Guides, Checklists and Exercises for various end-user types (Mill workers) for the ROSS ERP implementation.
- Performed instructor-led training. Users learned how to use ROSS ERP procedures on wireless handheld scanning devices, computer workstations and wireless mounted forklift devices.
- Created follow-up assessments and conducted re-training where necessary.
- Provided IT floor support to mill workers following the implementation of the ROSS ERP system.
0-5 years of experience
- Served as a communications liaison between technicians and customers, establishing trust relationships with internal and external customers.
- Encouraged technician teamwork in accomplishing difficult tasks, focusing on current strengths and individual growth. Listened to concerns of technicians and included them in decision making.
- Planned technician jobs according to technician capabilities, technician work load, and customer demand while considering targeted gross profit margin.
- Recommended CPR and First Aid Training which was implemented in all locations to ensure the safety of technicians and other employees.
- Calmed customers when deadlines were not met due to complicated repairs, backordered parts, and holding trucks due to failed inspections.
- Created service estimates, obtained approvals, performed service department billing, and maintained yard inventory.
0-5 years of experience
- Provided Instructor-led training to personnel on use of Microsoft and in-house proprietary applications
- Managed training database for 3,800+ employees that tracked records for computer classes taught
- Developed course curriculum, prerequisites, exercises, learning objectives, and class descriptions for all new classes
- Recorded and authored 12 interactive eLearning compliance training videos using Captivate
0-5 years of experience
Perform task relate to senior level technical writer serve as the technical expert in all elements of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) mentoring including technical, and support personnel engaged in development of Depot Maintenance Work Requirements (DMWR).
- Composed, edited, and published changes and revisions supporting existing paper technical publications and XML that complies with the required standards and Military Specifications (MIL-HDBK-1222, MIL-STD-2361, MIL-STD-38784, MIL-HDBK-28001, MIL-PRF-87268, MIL-STD-3008, MIL-PRF-63029, and ISO 8879 MIL-STD-40051B).
- Performed quality control on technical documents.
- Composed and edited text and graphic files in Word and Adobe Illustrator, and input digitized data and images into electronic archive and retrieval systems.
- Created Update to Depot Maintenance Work Requirements (DMWR).
- Provide technical expertise on XML/SGML and related web technologies as well as MIL-STD and the coding of technical publications to these and other mandated standards.
- Ensure technical documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format, and style.
- Prepare final products (associated Aggregate Data Sets consisting of valid XML/SGML instances, IETM, hardcopy, and/or PDF) for the customers.
0-5 years of experience
- Contributed to strategic planning and tactical implementation of company advertising and marketing campaigns for concerts and events
- Generated weekly electronic online newsletter copy and monthly print music calendar copy
- Researched and generated press release copy for upcoming concerts and events
- Maintained and updated online event calendar and artist database
- Generated radio underwriting advertisement copy for use in the Twin Cities market
- Supervised, fact-checked, proofread and edited intern-generated media content
Medical Writer Duties and Responsibilities
To accomplish their primary goal of communicating complex medical information in clear and compliant writing, Medical Writers perform many tasks. We analyzed several job listings to identify these core Medical Writer duties and responsibilities.
Research and Understand Requirements Medical Writers work with clinical teams and clients to understand the nature of the scientific work that they will be covering. They assess data or products using their medical expertise, and quickly develop expertise in new areas as needed for their writing. They conduct comprehensive literature searches to enhance their background understanding, and evaluate and analyze the information they will be writing about.
Write, Review and Edit Scientific Medical Writing Medical Writers compile, write, and edit medical writing deliverables covering all phases of clinical research for submission to regulatory agencies. Medical Writers help write studies for submissions to the FDA. Their writing is also used in publications or medical journals, or for internal company use. Some of the things they write include comprehensive clinical study reports, study protocols, annual reports, investigator brochures, risk/benefit analysis and integrated summaries from raw data.
Write, Review and Edit Marketing Medical Writing Medical Writers also write scientific copy for a broadmedicaler audience, including scientific liaisons, healthcare professionals, and pharmaceutical representatives. They prepare abstracts, scientific exhibits, posters and verbal presentations. They also develop and write pharmaceutical training materials, eLearning content, video scripts, magazine articles, and presentations to be used by a variety of audiences.
Meet Standards and Requirements A key task of the Medical Writer is to be sure that all deliverables are in accordance with regulations, standards, and guidelines. The regulatory documents that the Medical Writer prepares must meet ICH, GLPs, and GCPs guidelines, a writing style guide, and often a company or client template. The Medical Writer must understand the levels of evidence required to achieve regulatory, marketing and regulatory goals.
Stay Current with Medical Literature and Advancements In order to be effective in their job, a Medical Writer must be aware of current industry practices and regulatory requirements that affect medical writing. They must keep abreast of current literature, emerging science, technological developments and medical trends. They write summaries and maintain files on informative medical and scientific journal articles.
Medical Writer Skills
A strong communicator with meticulous attention to detail, a successful Medical Writer has solid writing and organizational skills. They are curious and motivated, and work well independently or as part of a team in high-pressure situations. In addition to these general skills and personality traits, employers are seeking Medical Writer candidates with the following skills. Core skills: Based on job listings we looked at, employers want Medical Writers with these core skills. If you want to work as a Medical Writer, focus on the following.
- Extensive knowledge of English grammar with a familiarity with a standard style guide
- Ability to communicate scientific or medical information in a clear and concise manner
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and the Internet
- Familiarity with the principles of clinical research
- Ability to interpret and present clinical data and other complex information
Advanced skills: While most employers did not require the following skills, multiple job listings included them as preferred. Add these to your Medical Writer toolbox and broaden your career options.
- Experience in a Medical specialty (i.e. oncology or medical devices)
- Thorough understanding of FDA and ICH regulations and guidelines
- Available writing samples
Medical Writer Resources
We searched the Web to find the best industry resources to help you continue exploring a career as a Medical Writer. From thought leaders to industry groups, this list is packed with opportunities to learn, connect and engage. On the Web
The Accidental Medical Writer – Provides all kinds of advice and resources for anyone looking at getting into the career of a freelance Medical Writer.
Health Writer Hub – Offers free courses on health writing, and an insightful blog.
Biotech Ink Spots – A helpful blog from an experienced Medical Writer. On LinkedIn
Medical Writing and Medical Communication Network – Follow discussions on the day-to-day work and latest breakthroughs in Medical Writing.
Medical & Scientific Writing – This group offers tips and advice to new Medical Writers from seasoned professionals. Industry Groups
National Association of Science Writers – Offers news, FAQs, and a Job Bank to help you break into the field of science writing, to include Medical Writing.
American Medical Writers Association – Keep up to date on developments, and find a slew of new writer resources. Medical Writer Books
Medical Writing: A Brief Guide for Beginners – A basic introduction to the requirements of Medical Writing.
Essentials of Writing Biomedical Research Papers. Second Edition – An in-depth guide to the ins and outs of writing a successful medical research paper.
A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, Eighth Edition – An essential manual to ensure that all medical writing matches the established format and requirements.