Experience and Qualifications
Minimum of 2—4 years experience writing software manuals, technical notes, training guides, and on-line Help.
Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Excellent command of Frame Maker.
Experience with single-source documentation and content re-use.
Experience in a team-writing environment.
Experience with Perforce or similar version control software.
Experience with Webworks.
Able to show a portfolio of appropriate previous work.
Working knowledge of XML.
Knowledge of Visio.
Determination to meet deadlines.
Able to work from requirements and specifications.
A strong belief in personal accountability.
Takes great pride in the quality of the documents and the efficiency of the team.
Proven organizational skills.
Ability to quickly grasp current software functionality and third party products in order to describe that functionality in user documents.
Ability to work with developers, customer support, marketing to research information.
Experience with a fast-paced startup environment.
Service-centric attitude to other departments.
Quick learner with a desire to learn BlueCat products.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in science, engineering, or English.
Professional Writing qualification from a University-level Technical Writing course.
Impeccable grammar, writing and communications in English and in French
•Extreme attention to detail
•Self-directed and ability to work independently
•Capable of working under tight deadlines
•Proven organizational skills
•Experience with pagination
MUST have experience with the following software:
Quark, Word, Excel and InDesign
•Minimum two years experience as a Copy Editor in English and French a MUST
•Editorial and/or writing experience
•Degree holder, preferably in English, Journalism or Communications
Candidate must possess the following skills:
* Research data analysis for specific industries
* Ability to document finding summary reports
* Exploring marketing avenues
* Attention to detail and deadlines
* Composing spreadsheets
* Microsoft Word and Excel
To apply please send resume, cover letter and 2 samples of your writing to info@ucsi.ca.
Please, nobody take on this type of work. It diminishes the value of university education for everybody.
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1500 Word History Paper - 2nd Year (Toronto)
Date: 2009-11-18, 1:24AM EST
Reply to: job-fvwrn-1471155258@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Hi I have a paper that I don't want to write
Its for my Canadian History Course (2nd Year University)
All you really need to do, is answer the questions and piece everything together from the journal articles
I will e-mail you more info if you're interested ...
please e-mail me a short resume ....
* Location: Toronto
* Compensation: we'll work out the payment.... I'm thinking around $50 bucks but its negotiable
* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a part-time job.
* This is a contract job.
* This is at a non-profit organization.
* This is an internship job
* OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilities
* OK for recruiters to contact this job poster.
* Phone calls about this job are ok.
* Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Our team is made up of resourceful, enthusiastic and friendly individuals with a desire for achieving excellence and winning. Integrity, customer service and teamwork are simply expected. If that sounds like you, then read on:
RESPONSIBILITIES/DELIVERABLES:
• Perform all tasks associated with the preparation of proposal submissions (sourcing of RFPs, evaluation of RFP's, creating templates, completing matrices, editing resumes, quality assurance, bid packaging, bid submission.);
• Plan, Coordinate and Communicate submission efforts with applicable internal business units, external clients, candidates and contracting authorities;
• Build and maintain existing proposal boilerplate material
• Prepare presentations and graphics to be used in proposals
• Contribute to proposal information database, help define and maintain best practices, seek and share reasonable process improvements, etc.
• Enter, update and edit proposal tracking records
• Monitor, evaluate/assess and distribute opportunities from various Public and Private Sector online procurement vehicles;
• Execute and manage change requests for Public and Private Sector online procurement vehicles;
• Prepare powerpoint submissions and presentation material requirements when short-listed
• Design and write/edit other materials as needed
REQUIRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum of two (2) or more years experience as a Proposal Writer, Communications Specialist or Technical Writer within a software product and services industry on multiple mid to large size proposals/documentation initiatives, individually or as part of a team;
• Minimum of two (2) or more years experience in providing quality assurance/final proof-read for proposals/documents for required content and consistency;
• University degree or College diploma/certificate;
• Impeccable attention to detail and ability to work with minimum supervision;
• Excellent Writing skills;
• Excellent Communication skills;
• Excellent Organizational Skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Highly developed computer skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint;
• Familiarity with Salesforce CRM is an asset
• Strong ability to research and understand technology concepts to relay technical information accurately;
We are looking for someone who is well-versed in the subject of academic writing, who will be able to come up with his/her own ideas for the content of the videos, and who will use visual aids (ie. whiteboard) as well as excellent presentation skills to make the videos valuable to our clients.
You don’t have to be a budding director or actor (the quality of the content is more important than the quality of the video itself), but you must have your own equipment, and be able to send completed videos to us electronically.
This is a perfect ongoing freelance position for a teacher or teaching assistant looking for an income supplement.
If you’re creative, a presenter, and have a lot to say about academic writing, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume, and, if possible, a link to a video sample of your presentation skills. Remember we’re looking for something we can post on social media sites so we’re not interested in post production type setups – simply you, white board and a video camera.
Must have experience authoring content for a business-to-business and business-to-consumer websites. Skilled in producing content that is interesting, captivating, innovative and will generate leads.
Please send references of sites whose content you have authored as well as expected compensation. Services needed on a contractual basis.
Notes:
- we run www.sirius-canada.com - it's an unofficial Sirius "fan" blog/website
- compensation may vary - depends on your knowledge/experience, etc.
- you can work from home, have a flexible schedule, but we do have writing guidelines and posting schedules (that we can agree upon)
Fully bilingual (English & French) proofreader to proofread French annual report.
Previous experience proofing French annual reports is required for this position.
Overtime hours are to be expected.
We appreciate your interest but due to time constraints we can only contact candidates in consideration.
Creative Niche is dedicated to matching outstanding communication, design and interactive professionals with the right companies. Our goal is to build a long-term relationship with you. Therefore, if you are not contacted for the current roles for which you have applied, please be confident that your resume will be electronically filed for future searches. We welcome you to check our job postings regularly as new positions are posted daily and continue to apply for the roles which you think you would be an ideal match.
Writing reports between 6-8 pages
Finding 5-10 important points on the specified topic
These reports are for marketing purposes so you must be well versed when writing for the purpose of hitting the "hot buttons" on the specified topics.
The successful candidate will be able to provide their services on per project basis.
If this is something that you feel proficient at and that you are the best person for this task, please send an email stating a brief history of your background as a writer and why you feel you may qualify.
This is an ongoing project. Initially, we have about 50-100 short jokes that need to be edited to sound properly in English (they were translated from other languages). They are adult themed so please don't respond if that offenses you. Below are 3 examples, please provide your quote together with your version of the samples. We thank all applicants but only those who are selected will be contacted.
This is a freelance position that will require the successful candidate to have access to a home office. Reporting into head office on a regular basis will be mandatory.
Responsibilities:
Report editing:
- EDIT reports and accurate fact checking of confidential information
- Ensure that all reports are free of grammar errors, poor sentence structure and client’s information is exact
- Ensure that all reports assigned are given back to head office for admin process within one business day
Application processing:
- Ensure clients are called within one business day of referral and applications are properly completed and sent to head office in a timely fashion
- Updating database and identify when a call was made and what the status of the client is
- The successful candidate must be comfortable on the phone with different clients and be able to articulate what/how the client is feeling when completing an application on the clients’ behalf.
Qualifications:
- strong editing and writing ability (please submit writing samples along with resume)
- strong command of English language
- proven self manager and able to work independently
- polite telephone manners; strong customer service skills
- reliable and responsible; meet urgent deadlines
- strong time management skills, able to multi-task and prioritize
- Second language an asset but not necessary
- Home office should be equipped with computer, MS word, EXCEL, internet access, email access and telephone (long distance calls will be reimbursed at cost)
The successful candidate should expect to devote approximately 15-20 hours a week editing reports and completing applications.
Pandemic Theatre is seeking project proposal submissions for its second production.
All proposals must be in accordance with the Pandemic Theatre Mandate and Missions
(see www.pandemictheatre.com for details).
Submissions must include the following:
-Title of Project
-Your Involvement with the Project (e.g. director, actor, writer, etc.)
-Plot Synopsis of Project
-Reasons for doing the Project with Pandemic
-Relevance of Project
-Artistic Vision
-Marketing Vision (brief)
-A rough budget breakdown
-A copy of the text (if applicable)
All submissions must be sent electronically to art@pandemictheatre.com by November 20th, at 11:59PM.
Compensation is $10 per article (each should take no more than ½ hour to write)
We need 2-3 articles per week to contribute to our news feed, and the successful candidate can expect steady work at that pace indefinitely.
This position is perfect for a freelance writer seeking a steady source of work, or a journalism student interested in honing their skills.
Our ideal candidates are independent and enthusiastic people with a love for home styling and décor and are passionate about writing.
• Minimum commitment of 25 hours per week
• Excellent research, writing and communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills; team player
• Independent work style requiring minimal supervision
• Computer Savvy
• Internet and computer access
• Loves home decor and design
• College/university graduate
• Previous writing experience
To apply please email a resume and cover letter to resumes@remotestylist.com with "Editorial Intern" in the subject line. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
• Writing several articles per month
• Managing a team of contributors
• Researching article topics and generating marketing ideas
• Developing the editorial component of the client's websites
Qualifications:
• A post-secondary education in Journalism
• 2-3 years experience in writing/editing professionally
• Solid management experience, either at university (e.g. with your university paper/newsletter) or in the workplace
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; a working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Goldmine are an asset
• Location: GTA
• Compensation: Too little to be considered
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
1. flexible writing schedule;
2. opportunity to learn;
3. great field of knowledge to master.
If you enjoy writing, make your talent bring
profit!
Are you an essay writer or other freelance
professional? Post your resume today and get
an answer from us within a few days! Your chances
double if you have writing experience. However if not, we are
still glad to shape a wonderful essay writer out of your skills in order to work for
mutual benefit.
Working with us means:
* -producing high quality papers
* -showing persistence
* -ability to work under time pressure
As a reward, you get:
* -the highest price per page
* -ability to choose orders yourself
* -lasting and enduring collaboration
To become a freelance essay writer with us, you need:
1. Access to the Internet;
2. Academic degree;
3. Avoid plagiarism 100% !!!;
4. Ability to provide quality papers;
5. Inspiration and patience.
Word of advice to fellow writers - Never submit anything new for a post. Get the fee quoted in advance and get it in writing. The industry standard for experienced writers is $1 per word. So a 200 word article will cost you $200. Not a mere $5 or $20 or even $50!
As writers we need to charge accordingly and never sell out. Only then will these bottom dwellers realize that their exploitative days are OVER!!!!
Peace!
RE Magazine Writer Job (Scarborough)
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Date: 2009-10-09, 10:03AM EDT
Reply to: see below
You're looking for a magazine writer who already knows all the aspects of magazine writing for $13 per hour? Really?? Seriously???
Any writer who already knows all the aspects of magazine writing also knows that $13 per hour is far too low for what you are asking.
Stop trying to take advantage of writers you bottom dweller!
•Location: Scarborough
•Compensation: Not nearly enough!
•Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
•Please, no phone calls about this job!
•Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Responsibilities for this position include:
- Supporting and growing our already large network of partners and resellers.
- Responding to customer support emails and phone calls.
- Conceiving and executing new marketing initiatives.
- Copywriting and editing marketing collateral, brochures, flyers, web content, etc…
This is a key position in our company and will become an ever more important one as we grow. We are looking for someone who’s ambitions are as lofty as our own and can handle the responsibilities of being a big fish in a quickly growing pond.
Please send cover letter, resume and three writing samples with phone number. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Respond to and post daily updates in both French and English to an assortment of social media platforms as well as on the site itself.
- Engage in and participate real time in the community discussions to build good will and positive public relations as well as drive discussion related to the clients business priorities
- Stay abreast of community conversations regarding themes, trends, patterns, topics and know when to make recommendations or comment on insights to the account team
- Monitor a variety of blogs and forums and if necessary leave comments to answer questions and provide insight/information
- Manage a Twitter account which will involve writing updates on a regular basis, replying to people who talk about the client’s organization and program and building a network of Twitter followers
- Proactively develop new content to populate all the program social media channels.
- Read and coordinate responses to all user posts and emails on a regular basis.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bilingual in French and English languages (excellent written and spoken)
- Minimum of 10 hours per week (but needs to be flexible if more time required
- Most work is required during regular business hours but also requires flexibility for weekend work as required
- PR background experience and/or digital PR experience specifically
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or a related field
- Strong writing/editing skills required
- Proficiency in proofreading, spelling, punctuation, and understanding of style and standards
- 3+ years of editorial or PR experience, ideally with demonstrated experience with digital medium
- Interest in new audience driven analytics and social media to promote business objectives
- Requires a solid understanding of digital, SEO and the social media/networking space and how to communicate/engage accordingly
KEY ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to use judgment to solicit input from PR agency of record and/or account team before deciding on best approach in certain scenarios
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance
- Creative thinker and writer
- Professional attitude
- Exceptional oral and communication skills
- Enthusiastic and collaborative team player