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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Associate Instructional Designer University of Minnesota Twin Cities

  • Minneapolis, MN
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  • Minneapolis, MN
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The Associate Instructional Designer is an entry-level to early-career role responsible for supporting the design and development of effective learning experiences. In this role, you will apply...

Associate Instructional Designer University of California Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • moments ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • moments ago

Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered, please submit the following: 1. A cover letter outlining interest in the position and a summary of relevant work experience 2. Resume 3....

Instructional Designer & Technologist

  • Bay Minette, AL
  • moments ago
  • Bay Minette, AL
  • moments ago

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Instructional Design & Technology, the Instructional Designer & Technologist (IDT) will provide instructional design and technology support for all...

Instructional Designer

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the...

Cybersecurity Training Content Developer

  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Evolver Federal is seeking a Cybersecurity Training Content Developer to support its Federal client in Springfield, VA in developing training strategy and content to support its cybersecurity...

Technical Writer - Business Analyst

  • Universal City, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Universal City, CA
  • 1 hour ago

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in...

Associate Instructional Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered, please submit the following: 1. A cover letter outlining interest in the position and a summary of relevant work experience 2. Resume 3....

Content Strategist, Help Center Team

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 hours ago

The Help Center team is focused on empowering people to successfully use Meta products by providing effective and accessible help that resolves issues. We manage help center and scaled support...

Technical Writer Lead

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 hours ago

. + Managed technical documentation systems (e.g., DITA, OpenAPI, metadata, CSS) and contributed to architectural decisions that impact content delivery and discoverability. + Owned issue tracking and...

Technical Writer (Heavy Civil Construction)

  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Technical Writer. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our...

Automotive Technical Editor III

  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Hybrid role 3X a week in office in Elk Grove, CA; no remote capabilities ALLDATA is the industrys #1 choice for unedited OEM automotive repair and collision information. Founded in 1986, the Elk...

RN Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Putnam, CT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Putnam, CT
  • 6 hours ago

Thank you for considering a career at Ensemble Health Partners! Ensemble Health Partners is a leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle management solutions for health systems,...

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Instructional Designer

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 hours ago

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want...

Technical Writer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Ensures that documents follow the style laid out in the style guide....

Technical Writer

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago

ManTech seeks a motivated and enthusiastic Technical Writer to support our DoD contract out of Alexandria, VA. The Technical Writer will provide onsite support to government leadership in the...

Technical Editor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Technical Support Basics for Everyone
Gain the daily work skills and knowledge youll need for IT Technical Support career success. This course, part of the IBM Technical Support Professional Certificate, is designed for beginners with...
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...
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...

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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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