Technical Writer & Editor

by cathrinehansen on October 11th, 2015   732 views


CSOFT’s Globalization Department is looking for talented writers to join a new big team of technical writers in our Beijing office to work on projects for major Chinese technology companies.
The ideal candidate must be a native English speaker, comfortable with explaining complex scientific/technological concepts in simple language, and ready to take on deadline-driven projects. This position will require simultaneous work on different types of documentation for different products, so organization and versatility are a must.

Overview

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities:

-Proofreading legacy content for clarity and usability

-Developing and editing content for:

·          User Guides

·          Quick Start Guides

·          Installation Manuals

·          Maintenance Manuals

·          Technical Specifications

·          Instruction Manuals and other “How-to” documentation

-Market and product research

-Frequent communication with a diverse map of stakeholders (in Chinese and English)

-Information design, focusing on intuitive structure for a variety of different formats

-Support proposal development and other client-facing documentation

Qualifications and Skills:

·          Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communication or relevant experience

·          Native English speaker, with a strong grasp of grammar and controlled language

·          A strong writing portfolio (*Please include with your application*)

·          Able to work independently and under pressure

·          Strong communication and conflict resolution skills

·          Ability to strictly abide by style guides and write for a specific audience

·          Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills:

·          1-2 years of technical writing experience (in-house or agency are both okay)

·          Intermediate Chinese speaking and reading skills, however not necessary

·          Strong understanding of IT, Telecom, and/or Consumer Appliance industries

This position may occasionally require travel within mainland China.

If you are interested in further information send your CV and cover letter to Cathrine Hansen at cathrine.hansen@csoftintl.com 

To learn more about CSOFT, our business, vision, people, and available opportunities, please visit our website at http://www.csoftintl.com.

 

How to Apply

Cathrine Hansen at cathrine.hansen@csoftintl.com

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