Technical Editor Jobs in California

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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Senior Technical Writer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Knowledge of DITA and structured authoring. Accommodations If you require assistance due to a disability applying for open positions please submit a request via this Accommodations Request Form....

UX Content Strategist (Mandarin)

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Position UX Content Strategist Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite) Contract - 1 year with likely of Extension and full time Pay rate - $40- $44/hr Bilingual - Fluent in English and Mandarin -...

Technical Writer

  • Fremont, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Payrate: $60.00- $65.00/hr. Summary: We are looking for a technical writer to create content for developers describing code samples and language syntax. You also help convert legacy documentation...

Sr. Technical Writer I - SIGINT

  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 hours ago

. + Demonstrable experience in technical writing for military clients, to include adherence to style guides - experience with redlines, overall format management and version control. + Extensive experience...

Technical Writer

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Establish and maintain templates, style guides, and standards. Review and edit content for grammar, style, and formatting....

Editorial Specialist (Hybrid)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Proofread, fact-check, and verify statistics and facts against internal and external sources....

Loan Documentation Specialist

  • Fresno, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 18 hours ago

STATUS: Non-exempt, regular full-time, 40 hours per week DEPT/LOCATION : Operations-Loan Servicing / Fresno, CA Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility: Prepare consumer/retail and business loan...

Seeking an Instructional Designer In Home Office- 25 hours a week

  • Roseville, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA
  • 2 days ago

Hello I need a mid level to senior level instructional designer to work in our home office in Roseville. Please email your resume and the following: Sample of you Articulate storyline project...

Remote Instructional Designer

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 2 days ago

Insight Global is seeking 3 Remote Instructional Designers to work on a 2 year project for a client in higher education. This will be a part of a large initiative to reduce 3000 E-learning courses...

Remote Work

Documentation Specialist - Onsite

  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago

Documentation Specialist - Onsite Contract: Irvine, California, US Salary Range: 20.00 - 23.00 | Per Hour Job Code: 360544 End Date: 2025-05-04 Days Left: 6 days, 22 hours left Position Details:...

Instructional Designer (Pool)

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 2 days ago

Instructional Designer (Pool) San Mateo County Community College District San Mateo, CA Full-time Education Posted on April 12, 2025 Instructional Designer (Pool) San Mateo County Community...

Senior Technical Content Developer

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago

NVIDIA has become the platform upon which every new AI-powered application is built. From big, challenging Generative AI applications to autonomous vehicles, or voice-recognition systems, the need...

Clinical Info Documentation Specialist RN

  • Carmichael, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Carmichael, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 370-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael, California, serving the areas of north Sacramento County and south...

Retail Operations Instructional Designer

  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago

Retail Operations Instructional Designer Kia America, Inc. - 4.0 Irvine, CA Job Details $82,382 - $110,272 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time...

Book Editor Transcriber / Editor Wanted for dictation from Book Author

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

un Book Editor Transcriber / Editor Wanted for dictation from Book Author (San Diego) compensation: excellent pay BOOK TRANSCRIBER/EDITOR WANTED - Transcriber wanted for San Diego author....

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Salary for Technical Editor Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Technical Editors in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.3%
Master's Degree
28.4%
Doctorate Degree
6.6%
Associate's Degree
3.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
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 in California
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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