Technical Editor Jobs in Illinois

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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Cybersecurity Technical Communicator

  • Caterpillar
  • East Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • East Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work...

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Instructional Designer

  • Accreditation Association
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, 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

Documentation Specialist

  • ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Compan
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

at ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Compan in Springfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Assists with the development of various documentation products in support of assigned...

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Revenue Cycle Instructional Designer

  • SSM Health
  • IL
  • 2 days ago
  • IL
  • 2 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling. IL-REMOTE Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Shape the Future of Revenue Cycle Operations Join Us as an Instructional Designer! **this is a remote role**...

Remote

Instructional Designer and Technologist (CS26-260)

  • Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 3 days ago

Instructional Designer and Technologist (CS26-260) To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois...

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Loan Documentation Manager

  • Fifth Third Bank
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosemont, 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Writers from other teams....

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Content Strategist: 26-01499

  • Akraya Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, 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
  • 7 days ago
  • North Chicago, 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
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, 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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Keynote Technical Writer

  • Eliassen Group
  • Springfield, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 10 days ago

We are seeking a skilled and creative Keynote Technical Writer to collaborate with technical teams to craft visually compelling and engaging Keynote presentations....

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Contract Documentation Specialist I

  • Mindlance
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • North Chicago, 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
  • 12 days ago
  • Waukegan, 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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Technical Editor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Technical Editor Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Technical Editors in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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