Technical Writer and Media Developer (Dallas, TX) Austin Industries
Dallas, IA - USA
Job Summary
Austin Industries is one of the nations largest most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7000 employee-owners Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.
Austin Industries has an outstanding opportunity for a Technical Writer and Media Developer to transform complex information into professionally written but easy to understand policy and engaging instruction. This position will be responsible for developing writing and editing policy manuals and related addition we are looking for someone who develops designs produces and manages training content in a variety of formats including e-learning courses video audio graphical and other multimedia. This role is located at the corporate headquarters in Dallas Texas and will report in person.
Essential Functions:
- Proofreading reviewing and editing documents for clarity grammar formatting and functionality.
- Analyzing audiences preparing outlines and working directly with subject matter experts to write policy and training content.
- Writing developing and editing technical training materials policy manuals and related documents.
- Creating scripts for narration and recording human or computer-generated voiceovers.
- Managing files and folders to eliminate duplication and ensure version control.
- Updating files links and page content on Austins intranet site.
- Accelerating the creation and refreshment of technical training content such as tutorials digital interactives user guides audio and video scripts story boards and navigational text.
- Handling multiple projects defining project scope and milestones and tracking and reporting status.
- Ensuring proper use of brand identity including logos colors and fonts.
- Exploring new technologies to improve efficiency and quality.
- Following established procedures and using sound judgement before publishing.
- Performing additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Strong technical organizational and communication skills both oral and written
- Ability to meet the high expectations of a demanding work environment while maintaining independence and objectivity
- Ability to work autonomously efficiently and proactively on multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining a commitment to quality
- Exceptional verbal skills and concise communication are key to success in this role
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in communications instructional design marketing or a related field.
- 0 2 years experience in technical writing and/or training development.
- 0 2 years experience with media development.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud apps Camtasia Articulate or other recording and editing software.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industries is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
Benefits & Compensation
We offer excellent benefits including medical dental life and disability insurance and a matching 401K plan.We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!To learn more about our employee-ownership structure please go to Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Austin Industries
Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil commercial and industrial construction. Austin is owned entirely by its employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Austin Industries has a rich history. We are one of the largest and most diversified construction firms in the nation. Austin stands on the core values of Uncompromising Integrity Employee-ownership Exemplary Service and Excellence in Safety.
To learn more about our history culture and operations visit us at .
No Third-Party Inquiries Please
This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies search firms or third-party recruiters in response to a posted Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e. payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).
Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.
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Required Experience:
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About Company
In 1918, Charles R. Moore purchased the contracting part of the company when the Austin brothers wanted to focus primarily on bridge fabrication. The company became known as Austin Bridge Company and Associated Companies until 1974 when the parent company, Austin Industries, was form ... View more