Technical Editor Jobs

A Technical Editor plays a crucial role in the publishing industry by ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and coherence of technical documentation. They are responsible for reviewing, proofreading, and editing technical materials such as user manuals, product descriptions, and research papers, while ensuring that the content is free of errors and easy to understand. They work closely with technical writers and other professionals to ensure that the technical jargon is appropriately conveyed to the target audience. They also develop and maintain style guides for consistency across all publications.

Important skills for a Technical Editor include excellent writing and proofreading skills, a keen eye for detail, strong understanding of technical concepts, and good project management abilities. They should have proficiency in editing software and be familiar with different style guides such as APA, MLA, and Chicago Manual of Style. A bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a related field is often required, and certifications like the Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC) may be beneficial. Before becoming a Technical Editor, a person might have roles such as Technical Writer, Copy Editor, or Content Specialist.

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Instructional Designer

  • Fremont, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Instructional Designer San Francisco Bay University Category: Staff Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Some Experience Salary: $75,000 - $110,000 About San Francisco Bay University: San Francisco...

Instructional Designer

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 hours ago

If youre passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our countryand youre committed to working hard to play your part in building that futureconsider WGU as the...

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Details Department: Clinical Documentation Schedule: Full-time, Days Hospital: Ascension Saint Thomas Location: Remote Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness...

Technical Writer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Title: Technical Writer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence...

UX Content Strategist/Writer - Remote

  • Reston, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Able to work within client content style guides and comply with Plain Language Act guidelines. Strong skills with content authoring tools and content management systems....

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Content Strategist II

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Title : Content Producer People Experience Tools Location: Cupertino, CA 95014 Duration: 12 Months 36218108 hybrid schedule Job summary The Client People Experience team is looking for a contract...

Senior Technical Writer - Remote

  • Hartford, CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 7 hours ago

Flare....

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Writer/Content Developer

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 hours ago

This involves editing, revising, fact-checking, and proofreading as well as selecting and helping to secure specimens, artifacts, images, diagrams, video, and other educational resources....

AI Workforce Trainer & Content Developer (Various Industries) (Part Time)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7 hours ago

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must...

Content Strategist - Financial Services

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 7 hours ago

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING: A small, growing tech-enabled service company focused on digital collections in the financial services sector, currently operating with approximately 20-25 employees...

Digital Content Developer

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 7 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 7 hours ago

Payrate: $40.00 - $45.00/hr. Summary: The Web Marketing Specialist is part of the Web Marketing team and assists with the administration of our marketing websites via our web content management...

ITTrainer/Content Developer

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 hours ago

Title: IT Trainer/Content Developer Location: Various within State of Georgia Hybrid Durartion: Long Term Skill: Microsoft Office and Office 365 applications BA/BS in in communications, teaching,...

Instructional Designer - Return Utah

  • Salt Lake, UT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Salt Lake, UT
  • 7 hours ago

Return Utah Program The Return Utah program is a formal career reentry program, designated for Utahns desiring to re-enter the workforce after a career break. Along with on-the-job training,...

With the help of our style guide, you will document operational processes for a global audience. You are not a copy editor; you are the owner of the associate experience....

Instructional Designer (Remote)

  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Job Order Number: DE9822189 Job Title: INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER (REMOTE) Company: Compass Group, North America Location: Basking Ridge, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High School Experience: None...

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Technical Editor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Trading with Technical Analysis
Gain the knowledge you need to become a trader in any market around the world or an analyst specializing in technical reports of financial markets Technical analysis is a discipline that uses...
Trading - Fundamentals of Technical Analysis
Learn how to apply technical analysis as a standalone trading methodology or as a supplement to fundamental analysis using tools that are based on price action and other technical principles. In...
Technical Report Writing for Engineers
Technical reports are a vital tool for engineers to communicate their ideas. This online course introduces technical report writing and teaches the techniques you need to construct well-written...

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Salary for Technical Editor Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Technical Editors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.3%
Master's Degree
28.5%
Doctorate Degree
6.7%
Associate's Degree
3.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
High School or GED
2.2%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Technical Editors
1-2 years
38.7%
4-6 years
23.0%
6-8 years
12.5%
2-4 years
9.2%
8-10 years
9.1%
None
6.9%
Less than 1 year
0.7%


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