Author Resume

Authors write books, novels, magazines, plays, television scripts, biographies, and articles for print and online media. Based on their interest, they can either choose technical or non-technical field. While the former doesn't need any technical background, the latter does. But good knowledge of English and writing skills is common to become an author for either field. If technical field delights you, common duties listed in a technical author/writer resume include researching and gathering information and details from experts, reviewing and ensuring accuracy of information, choosing subject matter that interests readers, editing and proofreading text, thinking creatively and writing a clear and concise material, reading the work of others, communicating factual information. Based on these work activities, author's resume should showcase excellent writing and grammar skills, ability to absorb and communicate information quickly and effectively, analytical and researching skills, organizational and formatting skills. The resume should highlight a bachelor's degree in computer or a related field. Customize your resume with the given below author resume sample.

Sample Author Resume

Rachel R. Cook
2394 Central Avenue
New York, NY 10009
Phone No: 323-908-1237
Email: rachelcook@anymail.com

Career Summary:

Highly-professional and talented author with more than 5 years of experience in producing technical information by writing detailed product information, user instructions or tutorials in a clear and concise manner. Possess effective writing, researching and analyzing, creative thinking and organization skills with a vast IT knowledge.

Summary of Skills:

Clear and effective writing style with good command of grammar and vocabulary along with the ability to deliver high quality technical documentation, and produce technical manuals, procedures, and articles
Working knowledge of Adobe Framemaker 2017, RoboHelp, IsoDraw, and QuarkXPress software, MS Office Suite applications
Thorough understanding of Java, HTML/XML, CSS, SQL, and Java Script basics
Relevant interest and experience in technology as well as ability to learn and stay up-to-date with the latest IT trends
Strong analytical, interviewing and research skills for absorbing complex technical and non-technical information as well as ability to communicate and present technical subjects and jargon in a clear and easy way
Strong organization and prioritization skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and within strict deadlines
Excellent communication and team working skills to gather relevant information easily and to effectively work as a part of multi-disciplinary team
Strong editing, graphics and proofreading skills to structure information logically and accurately.

Work Experience:

Technical Author
Tweddle Solutions, New York, NY
April 2016 - Present

Converting complex technical specifications into readable or understandable product guides as well as writing technical manuals, training materials, and providing technical updates for all users
Researching and reviewing technical information and guidance for new and existing products
Interviewing or extracting complex information from technical experts or professionals to obtain in-depth understanding of products and required documentation
Working closely with technical teams as well as managers to clarify any technical issues and avoid risks
Delivering projects within set time frames whilst achieving higher degree of consistency and accuracy
Adhering to authoring guide and checking consistency of terminology used in software and documentation
Editing and proofreading texts as well as creating hard-copy and online documentation in PDF and HTML5 formats
Responding to feedback from users or customers and updating documentation
Handling multiple projects at the same time as well as creating and managing effective work schedules

Technical Author
CDL Limited, New York, NY
February 2014 - March 2016

Worked closely with software developers on highly technical products as well created effective technical guides
Liaised with software developers, business analysts and product managers while documenting software products
Created and maintained information architecture and configuration control
Planned and organized efficient ways to present documents like commissioned graphics and illustrations or developed technical content into a structured XML format
Created tutorials to help end-users use a variety of applications as well as tested written materials with users
Worked closely with technical, implementation and product teams to ensure documentation was up-to-date and best in class

Technical Author
Networkz Group, New York, NY
December 2012 - January 2014

Researched, collated and verified technical information to deconstruct jargon and communicate them in clear and accessible manner
Attending training and educational programs to maintain awareness of best writing practices, tools, developments and industry trends
Developed and maintained product documentation and ensured that they adhered to established style guidelines and standards of accuracy and readability
Reviewed information input from subject matter experts to understand technical aspects of company's products
Translated product technical specifications into developer-enabling documentation
Created and maintained user manuals, help files as well as internal documentation

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
University of New York, New York, NY
2012

Training/Coursework:

Diploma in Cinematography, 2014

Reference:

On request.