Senior Technical Writer/Editor

Senior Technical Writer/Editor Cobalt Digital Inc. Champaign, IL Job Details Full-time 1 hour ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Interpersonal skills Photo editing Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Adobe FrameMaker Technical writing

Editing Copywriting Full Job Description Company Description:

Cobalt Digital designs and manufactures award-winning ST 2110 and SDI conversion, compression, processing, routing, control, and multiviewer technology for the production, broadcast television, and ProAV environments. Cobalt offers a full range of video and audio processing openGear compliant solutions and other form factors for production trucks, master control, news, signal transport, and audio loudness processing.

Role Description:

This is a full-time, on-site Senior Technical Writer role based in Champaign, IL. The Senior Technical Writer will plan, write, and maintain clear and accurate documentation for Cobalt Digital's hardware and software products, including user guides, installation manuals, release notes, and online help.

Responsibilities:

Works with the technical staff to understand and document product operation. Creates and updates product manuals, including screenshots, drawings, and diagrams. Candidate is expected to eventually learn how to operate the products with assistance from Engineering and document them. Works with the marketing department to support their activities, including the following: Maintenance of the Cobalt Digital web site. This includes minor edits, corrections, and additions. Preparation of marketing materials, such as brochures, product briefs, and print/online advertising. Creates drawings and block diagrams to illustrate product operation. Some minor image editing.

Optional but highly desirable:

capable of taking and editing product photographs.

Requirements:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Detail-oriented. Ability to multi-task and prioritize between tasks with guidance from management. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker, and image editing tools. Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or industry experience. A minimum of 5 years' experience as a technical writer or copy editor in the electronics industry.

Additional Information:

Preference will be given to local candidates in Champaign, IL. Cobalt is prepared to offer relocation assistance to the right candidate. Candidates must supply 3-5 writing samples. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in the broadcast or professional audio/video fields.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Technical writing: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person