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Technical Writer

Pixelogic Media Egypt
Mohandessin, Giza
Posted 6 years ago
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For over 10 years, Emerge Technology has provided technology solutions to the entertainment industry and is now part of Pixelogic Media. Our products and services span the digital spectrum, from enhanced extras packages promoting digital purchase to physical disc authoring. Our clients include virtually all the major Hollywood studios and dozens of independent studios. To date, we’ve delivered thousands of titles to iTunes, Google, Netflix, Amazon, and others. We’ve created a large percentage of iTunes Extras titles available on the App Store, developed the specification of and delivered the first Cross-Platform Extras titles, authored more than eight-thousand DVDs, two-thousand Blu-rays, as well as award-winning tablet and mobile apps. Experience start-up momentum with us and be part of building innovative solutions to service our clients in the entertainment industry with their media distribution needs. Join us if you’re passionate about entertainment, innovation and customer service excellence!

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  • The Technical writer will be responsible for creating and writing various types of user documentation, including how-to guides, references, manuals, or instructions.
  • Work with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of the product and the documentation requirements
  • Meet with customer representatives to establish technical specifications.
  • Determines the clearest and most logical way to present information and instructions for greatest reader comprehension and writes and edits technical information accordingly.
  • Create tutorials to help end-users use a variety of applications.
  • Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals.
  • Write easy-to-understand user interface text, online help and developer guides.
  • Produce high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience.
  • Analyze existing and potential content, focusing on reuse and single-sourcing opportunities.
  • Create and maintain the information architecture.
  • Develops a thorough understanding of the audience and the documentation required by meeting with colleagues, and working with managers to discuss technical problems.
  • Meets with subject matter experts in order to ensure that specialized topics are appropriately addressed and discussed.
  • Revises, edits, or updates instructions, technical information, and frequently asked questions as necessary.
  • Creates, adapts, and follows project schedules and deadlines.

Job Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience.
  • University degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent preferred.
  • Solid foundation in computer science.
  • Proven working experience in technical writing of software documentation.
  • Ability to deliver high quality documentation paying attention to detail.
  • Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures.
  • Excellent written skills in English.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Basic familiarity with the SDLC and software development.
  • Ability to explain concepts clearly.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated passion for learning new technologies.
  • Strong consistency and attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to collaborate and self-manage.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment with dynamic objectives.
  • Ability to continuously learn, work independently, and make decisions with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work under pressure.

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