Technical Editor Jobs in Glenview, IL

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

  • Accreditation Association
  • Deerfield, IL (7 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (7 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Mission to Elevate Ambulatory Health Care At AAAHC, we are more than just a team; we are at the forefront of improving health care quality through accreditation. Our employees are the...

Hybrid

Loan Documentation Manager

  • Fifth Third Bank
  • Rosemont, IL (6 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (6 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Make banking a Fifth Third better We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank. GENERAL FUNCTION: The Loan...

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Lead Instructional Designer - HR Technology & Workday Enablement

  • United Airlines
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world...

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Senior Technical Writer - Clinical Decision Support

  • Wolters Kluwer
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Writers from other teams....

Remote Hybrid

Content Strategist: 26-01499

  • Akraya Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Primary Skills: Content creation (advanced), Microsoft Word (advanced), Microsoft PowerPoint (advanced), Adobe InDesign (intermediate), Adobe Photoshop (beginner) Contract Type: W2 Duration: 12...

Remote

Content Strategist - Junior

  • Talent Software Services, Inc
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Title: Content Strategist - Junior Contract: 12 months Location: Remote, but ideally close to a Chicago, or New York, NY Is this role remote? Yes, but would need to be able to come into office for...

Remote

Instructional Designer II

  • US Tech Solutions
  • North Chicago, IL (16 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (16 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 7 days ago

$35-$42 per hour North Chicago, IL Contract **Duration: 7 months Contract, strong chances of extension** **Job Description:** **Key Responsibilities:** + **Assess the needs** of the organization....

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Documentation Specialist - City Clerk

  • City of Chicago, IL
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Two (2) years of document management, publication, or editing experience, OR Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree or higher in Journalism, English,...

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Contract Documentation Specialist I

  • Mindlance
  • North Chicago, IL (16 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (16 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Contract Documentation Specialist I#26-14815 North Chicago, IL Onsite Job Description Skills: Strong computer skills to work with complex databases Education: HS Diploma and a degree or 0-2 yrs....

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Documentation Specialist

  • Synectics
  • Waukegan, IL (19 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (19 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Descriptions: Responsible for maintaining essential contract documents/data in the contract database & building/maintaining hard copy contract files to be in compliance with Corp. Purchasing,...

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Lead Content Strategist IV

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Overview: The Lead Content Strategist will develop and execute journey-based content strategies for high-impact marketing campaigns, leveraging audience segmentation and personalization. They use...

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Technical Copywriter, Gaming & Consumer Tech

  • SteelSeries
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Experience with agentic AI workflows for content ideation and technical summarization SEO tools and workflow familiarity for content optimization Ability to follow established style guides (AP and brand-specific...

Remote

Technical Writer (Quality)

  • Sterling Engineering, Inc.
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (9 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (9 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Title : Technical Writer Location : Buffalo Grove Contract Shift : 1st Shift Compensation : $35-38/hr Benefits : As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits...

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Technical Communicator

  • Westside Tractor Sales
  • Lisle, IL (24 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (24 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Join Our Team at West Side Tractor Sales! Position: Technical Communicator Department: Product Support Reports To: VP, Product Support Ready to ignite your career with a leading dealer of John...

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Technical Writer Chicago, IL, USA

  • Transunion
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Technical Writer...

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Demographic Data for Glenview, IL

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Technical Editor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Editor Basics
Use iRise to assemble interactive mockups and build working prototypes with no code! Learn how to create and review prototypes, use the definition center, and work with the editor to create...
Editor Scripting
Editor Scripting can help you customize and extend the Unity editor to make it easier to use on your projects. This tutorial covers the basics of editor scripting, including building custom...
Communicating in Technical Organizations
This course focuses on an exploration of the role that communication plays in the work of the contemporary engineering and science professional. Emphasis is placed on analyzing how composition and...

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Salary for Technical Editor Jobs in Glenview, IL

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Highest Education Level

Technical Editors in Glenview, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.3%
Master's Degree
28.4%
Doctorate Degree
6.6%
Associate's Degree
4.0%
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 Glenview, IL
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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