Technical Editor Jobs in Missouri

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.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

Lead Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Mosaic Life Care is a health care system in northwest Missouri. With a vision of transforming community health by being a life-care innovator, Mosaic places the holistic needs of patients first by...

Technical Writer

  • O Fallon, MO
  • 16 hours ago
  • O Fallon, MO
  • 16 hours ago

teams at various levels within the organization Exhibit a since of professionalism, accountability, and empowerment to drive results Experience with Microsoft Office products Basic understanding of DITA...

Assistant Director & Instructional Designer, Learning & Teaching Center

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full-time position POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Director/Instructional Designer works closely with the Director of Northwest Online/Learning & Teaching Center. This position...

Instructional Designer

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a skilled Instructional Designer with expertise in systems design to join our dynamic team. This position focuses on the analysis, design, development, and assessment/evaluation of...

Instructional Designer

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago

Insight Global is looking for an Instructional Designer to work hybrid in Kansas City. The designer will create instructional materials such as courses, curriculum, learner guides, and training...

Part Time Instructional Designer

  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 7 days ago

Are you ready? As an Instructional Designer you will be responsible for designing and developing innovative and engaging learning solutions in online, video-based, and instructor-led formats to...

Instructional Designer II, UMKC's Center for Faculty Excellence

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago

Hiring Department UMKC's Office of Faculty Affairs, Diane Filion Center for Faculty Excellence (CAFE) Job Description The Diane Filion Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE) at the...

Instructional Designer III, UMKC's Center for Faculty Excellence

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago

Hiring Department UMKC's Office of Faculty Affairs, Diane Filion Center for Faculty Excellence Job Description The Diane Filion Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE) at the University of...

Technical Writer

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 10 days ago

Our work matters. We help people get the medicine they need to feel better and live well. We do not lose sight of that. It fuels our passion and drives every decision we make. **Job Posting...

Geospatial Standards Content Developer (TS/SCI)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 days ago

An exciting opportunity to bring critical geospatial standards to life through web-based content; modernize how mission-critical geospatial data is shared, understood, and used in real-world...

Exam Content Developer

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 14 days ago

Overview** Your Future. Secured. ISC2 is a force for good. As the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, our core values Integrity, Advocacy, Commitment,...

BSA/AML Credit Card Procedure Writer

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 14 days ago

BSA/AML Credit Card Procedure Writer Remote - USA,USA About Us SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC (SolomonEdwards) is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational, and...

Technical Writer I - 15947318

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 15 days ago

Why Join Altec? Technical Writer I Altec's primary products include Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks, Chippers, Cranes, and Specialty Equipment -- Made in America. In addition to our 8 major...

Learning Content Developer

  • MO
  • 17 days ago
  • MO
  • 17 days ago

Introduction** IBM's Automation Learning organization is seeking content developers in the Application Integration space who have experience developing sales enablement and/or technical training...

Professional Fee Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Rolla, MO
  • 23 days ago
  • Rolla, MO
  • 23 days ago

Professional Fee Clinical Documentation Specialist Professional Fee Clinical Documentation Specialist locations Phelps Health Hospital time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job...

Demographic Data for Missouri

Moving to Missouri? Find some basic demographic data about Missouri below.


Local
National
6,155,177
151,336

Technical Editor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHirePublishing curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Technical Editor Jobs in Missouri

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

Highest Education Level

Technical Editors in Missouri 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 Missouri
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Technical Editor Related Career Advice Articles

publishing house team members having a meeting
Top Publishing Jobs to Look Out For

Trying to enter the exciting and competitive field of publishing? Check out these publishing jobs to find the one that’s right for you.

Read article »
Books arranged on publisher's desk
Interested in Working at a Publishing Company?

Starting a publishing career takes a lot of hard work, but it's not impossible. If you're interested in working at a publishing company, read on to learn more about how you can secure the types of publishing jobs you seek.

Read article »
Learn how to get a job as a proofreader
Career Spotlight: How to Get a Job as a Proofreader

Learn the basics of how to get a job as a proofreader including freelance and remote proofreading jobs as well as the average proofreader salary.

Read article »