LavaCon 2006 Dates, Location, Call for Speakers
Hey All, LavaCon, The Fourth Annual Conference on Tech Comm Management, will be held the first week in October 2006. When: October 1 - 4, 2006 Where:The Kauai Beach Hotel in Lihue, Hawaii (on the island of Kauai) http://www.kauaibeachhotelandresort.com Comments from previous attendees: "This was a terrific conference!" "Fun and really informative. I'm new to management and came away with valuable tips and action items to implement on my current project." "LavaCon was awesome—one of the best conferences I've been to!" See www.lavacon.org for more reviews and for a recap of LavaCon 2005. Interested in speaking? The call for speakers for LavaCon 2006 is available on the conference website. Deadline for submitting proposals is Friday, December 16th. Interested in attending? The full program will be available in January. In the mean time, mark your calendars and include LavaCon in your 2006 education and training budget...! Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333. See you Kauai! Jack Molisani Founder LavaCon: The Fourth Annual Conference on Tech Comm Management October 1 - 4, 2006 Kauai, Hawaii 888-378-2333 www.lavacon.org ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
Job: Biomed Technical Writer - Contract or Staff - Foster City, CA
TW-851 Biomed Technical Writer - Contract or Staff - Foster City, CA Salary/Rate: BOE A leading developer of medical devices, pathogen diagnostic kits and lab instrumentation needs two technical writers to help document their hardware and software products. Requirements: o. Experience documenting medical devices and related software o. Degree or background in life sciences (biology, chemistry, etc.) o. Experience with FrameMaker and Acrobat o. Experience with RoboHELP o. Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines Notes: o. We have two openings, one staff one contract. Please state your preference when applying. o. US citizens or greencard holders only. o. Some telecommuting (two days a week) OK once you get up to speed. o. Local candidates only for the contract, but relocation is available for the perm position. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 o. To be considered, apply for job TW-851 via the ProSpring jobs page at: http://www.prospring.net/Jobs/jobs.html ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Tech Writer - Contract - Falls Church, VA - IMMEDIATE NEED!
TW-857 Tech Writer - Contract - Falls Church, VA - IMMEDIATE NEED! Length: 3 weeks, may go longer Rate: BOE An engineering company in Falls Church needs a writer with the following experience to to work on-site for 3+ weeks: o. Recent experience writing printed and online documentation for consumer off-the-shelf software products (Required) o. Experience with FrameMaker, Word, Acrobat, MS Publisher/Adobe Illustrator, etc (Required) o. Experience generating and supporting Windows Help and Javahelp (Required) o. Programming experience is a plus o. Experience using wikis to produce documentation is a plus Notes: o. The position will last for appx. 3 weeks w/possible extension. Start date ASAP! o. On-site work ONLY sorry, no telecommuting. o. Authorized US workers only. ** TO BE CONSIDERED reply with FOUR THINGS: ** 1. Your current resume in MS Word or Frame format 2. A summary of how your experience matches each of the requirements: o. Recent experience writing printed and online documentation for consumer off-the-shelf software products (Required) o. Experience with FrameMaker, Word, Acrobat, MS Publisher/Adobe Illustrator, etc (Required) o. Experience generating and supporting Windows Help and Javahelp (Required) o. Programming experience is a plus o. Experience using wikis to produce documentation is a plus 3. Your 1099 bill rate. (We cannot submit you without a number.) 4. How soon you can start. Questions? Call me at 888-378-2333. Thanks, Jack Molisani Recruiter ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
Job: HVAC Technical Writer - Dallas, TX
TW-865 HVAC Technical Writer - Dallas, TX (local candidates only) Salary: BOE A leading manufacturer of air conditioning equipment is seeking a Technical Writer with previous HVAC documentation experience. Responsibilities include all in-house technical writing, editing, proofreading of engineering manuals, service manuals, etc. You must be able to read, analyze and interpret technical periodicals, professional journals and technical procedures. The company offers an attractive salary, outstanding employee benefits, including medical/dental and 401k, and generous time off. Requirements: o. Experience documenting HVAC equipment and controls (Required) o. Experience with Frame Maker or other page layout tool (Required) o. Degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering field a plus o. Fluency in Spanish or Japanese a major plus Notes: o. This is a full time staff position. o. Authorized US workers only. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 o. To be considered, apply for job TW-865 via the ProSpring jobs page at: http://www.prospring.net/Jobs/jobs.html ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Technical Writer - Contract - Pasadena, CA (local candidates only)
TW-867 Technical Writer - Contract - Pasadena, CA (local candidates only) Length: 8 months Rate: BOE A client in Pasadena needs a writer to document engineering design/analysis software: user's guide, online help, API reference materials, and release notes. Requirements: o. Experience writing end-user software documentation (Required) o. Experience using FrameMaker and online help authoring tools (Webworks Publisher a plus) o. Experience documenting macro interfaces or APIs (Required) o. Proficient in image-editing/graphics programs such as Visio, Photoshop, Illustrator, Paint Shop Pro, etc. (Required) o. Experience documenting CAD/CAE type applications a major plus. Notes: o. We don't have a published bill rate for this position so please state your rate when applying. o. Some telecommuting possible after you get up to speed. o. Authorized US workers only. o. Questions? Call us at 310-832-3400 o. To be considered, apply for job TW-867 via the ProSpring jobs page at: http://www.prospring.net/Jobs/jobs.html ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Technical Writer - Contract - Camarillo, CA (Revised)
TW-881 Technical Writer - Contract - Camarillo, CA (Revised) Length: 3 months, may be extended to 1+ years Rate: BOE Note: This job replaces TW-855 -- the job requirements have significantly changed. A client in Camarillo need two contract technical writers -- one software GUI oriented, one electromechanical hardware oriented. This is an on-site contract in Camarillo. Some telecommuting OK once you get up to speed, or you can do a 4/10 work week. The client is very flexible! Requirements: o. 2+ year SOLID experience with FrameMaker 7.x (Absolutely Required) o. Experience documenting end-user software GUIs or electromechanical equipment (Required) o. Experience documenting both software AND hardware is a plus o. Prior experience with robotics, nano- or thin film technology a major plus Notes: o. Authorized US workers only. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 x2 o. Please specify your bill rate when applying. o. Click here for fast consideration: http://www.cytiva.com/cejobs/applyprospring.asp?prospr?prosprTW-881?jack?33 ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Supervisor, Technical Publications - Staff - San Jose, CA (Local Candidates Only)
TW-885 Supervisor, Technical Publications - Staff - San Jose, CA (Local Candidates Only) Salary: BOE A biotech firm in San Jose is looking for someone to coach other team members and coordinate documentation writing and translation. Reporting to the Manager of Technical Publications, as a hands-on writing supervisor you will oversee the work of several technical writers and contractors. You will also coach other writers and help track milestones, monitor projects for FDA regulatory compliance, write documentation as needed. Note: This is not a Management position as much as a tech writing / project coordinator / peer coach position. You will assist the documentation manager in tracking project status and mentoring/coaching team members in their writing and authoring tools (mainly FrameMaker). See More Notes later in this job posting. Requirements: o. 8+ years technical writing experience (Required) o. 2 or more years supervising technical writers, or at least 4 years as project leader or as mentor for other writers (Required) o. Expert proficiency with Adobe FrameMaker and Acrobat (Required) o. Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and PhotoShop or other graphics software (Required) o. Experience developing online help (Required) o. BA/BS degree in a life or physical science, English, Technical Communications, or a related field (Required) o. Experience with single-sourcing content using FrameMaker, XML, or other technologies is a plus o. Prior experience coordinating documentation translation a plus o. Prior experience documenting lab instrumentation and applications, medical devices, or informatics software is preferred. Work in a medical or scientific lab is a plus o. Experience working in an FDA-regulated industry a plus o. Understanding of flow cytometers or other integrated biomedical instrumentation and software systems a major plus More Notes: o. This is very much a people-oriented position, so you must be upbeat and love helping and coaching others to be a match. o. While prior experience in biotech is a plus, it is not a requirement, so this is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to transition into the biotech field. o. This is also a good opportunity for someone wanting to get out of a high-stress management position and back into hands-on technical writing and project coordination. o. Authorized US workers only. o. Local candidates only. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 o. Please specify your current compensation when applying Click here to apply: http://www.cytiva.com/cejobs/applyprospring.asp?prospr?prosprTW-885?barb?33 ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Contract Technical Writer - San Francisco, CA (Local Candidates Only)
TW-886 Contract Technical Writer - San Francisco, CA (Local Candidates Only) Length: Six weeks Bill Rate: 1099 BOE A company in downtown San Francisco near BART needs a technical writer for a six week project. You will work closely with development teams and professional services during the course of the software development process to gather input on a task, feature and product basis, then write the resulting documentation. You can do one day of telecommuting a week to start, two days a week near the end of the project. Requirements: o. Experience with FrameMaker and Webworks Publisher (Both Required) o. Experience with one or more of the following: Business intelligence, analytics, database setup and configuration, database reporting tools (Required) Notes: o. This is an immediate need -- please be available to interview Monday afternoon or Tuesday morning. o. Local candidates only o. US citizens or greencard holders only. o. Please state bill rate when applying For fast consideration, click here to apply: http://www.cytiva.com/cejobs/applyprospring.asp?prospr?prosprTW-886?jack?33 Jack Molisani <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ProSpring Staffing 888-378-2333 ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Technical Writer - Contract - Emeryville, CA (Bay Area Candidates Only)
TW-900 Technical Writer - Contract - Emeryville, CA (Bay Area Candidates Only) Length: 6+ months Bill rate: BOE A software developer needs someone to document a large medical billing system. We don't have many details about the project, only that it needs to be completed by 1Q 2007. So, the first thing you will need to do in the contract is to create a scope out the project and deliverables and create a document plan.. The client didn't mention an authoring tool, so you will probably need to recommend a tool (FrameMaker?) as part of the doc plan processes. Ditto for an online help tool (if needed). Note: The job can be done remotely with meetings on-site as needed. Requirements: o. Experience scoping and managing large documentation projects (Required) o. Experience documenting large software systems (Required) o. Prior experience documenting medical software a plus Other notes: o. Authorized US workers only o. We don't have a published bill rate for this project, so please state your bill rate when applying. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 o. To be considered, apply here: http://www.cytiva.com/cejobs/applyprospring.asp?prospr?prosprTW-901?jack?33 Jack Molisani ProSpring Technical Staffing www.ProspringStaffing.com ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
ANN: Adobe on The Future of FrameMaker and RoboHELP
Karl Matthews from Adobe Systems will be presenting a lunch presentation on the future of FrameMaker and RoboHELP at LavaCon on Monday, October 2. Additional sessions and hands-on workshops are being presented by Frame experts Alan Houser, Sarah O'Keefe, more. Discount airfare and hotel rooms are still available. Program and registration info available at www.lavacon.org See you in Kauai, Jack Molisani Executive Director LavaCon 2006 LavaCon: The Fourth Annual Conference on for Advanced Tech Comm Professionals October 1 - 4, 2006 Kauai, Hawaii 888-378-2333 www.lavacon.org ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Biotech Tech Writer in Foster City, CA (1 contract, 1 perm)
TW-913 Biotech Technical Writer - Contract - Foster City, CA (Immediate Need) Length: 9 months Salary/Rate: BOE A leading developer of medical devices, pathogen diagnostic kits and lab instrumentation needs a technical writer to help document their gene sequence hardware and software products. The documentation will cover the whole work flow (from taking samples to using the hardware and software) so the client needs someone who has documented both medical protocol and hardware/software. Requirements: o. Experience documenting medical protocols (Required) o. Experience writing hardware and software documentation (Required) o. Degree or background in science (biology, chemistry, etc.) (Required) o. Excellent FrameMaker skills (Required) o. Experience with RoboHELP a plus o. Previous experience working in a medical lab a major plus Notes: o. US citizens or greencard holders only. o. This is an on-site contract. o. We don't have a published bill rate for the contract, so please specify your rate when applying. o. The initial phase of the contract is approved through the end of the year, but should be renewed through the end of June 2007. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 o. To be considered, apply here: http://www.cytiva.com/cejobs/applyprospring.asp?prospr?prosprTW-913?barb?85 TW-914 Biotech Technical Writer - Staff - Foster City, CA Salary: BOE A leading developer of medical devices needs a technical writer to help document their gene sequence hardware and software product line. Requirements: o. Experience documenting scientific/medical hardware and software (Required) o. Experience with FrameMaker and RoboHELP (Both Required) o. Experience writing in a structured/CMS environment (Required) o. Previous experience working in a medical lab a plus o. Experience with DITA a plus o. Degree in related field Notes: o. US citizens or greencard holders only. o. The client prefers temp-to-perm but will consider hiring directly to perm if you are currently in a perm position. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 o. To be considered, apply here: http://www.cytiva.com/cejobs/applyprospring.asp?prospr?prosprTW-914?barb?85 ProSpring Technical Staffing www.ProSpring.net 888-378-2333 ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
JOB: Technical Publications Manager - Staff - San Jose, CA
TW-916 Technical Publications Manager - Staff - San Jose, CA Salary: BOE A biotech firm in San Jose is looking for someone to manage and expand their technical publications group. You will be responsible for: o. Managing and coordinating the activities of writers/editors between sites in San Jose and San Diego. o. Plans, schedules, assigns and reviews work. Performs final review and editing of all publications. o. Carrying out Human Resources management responsibilities, employee training and development. o. Keeping abreast of US and non-US regulations. o. Ensuring Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures are followed. Requirements: o. 8 years technical writing experience (Required) o. 3 years managing a technical publications group (Required) o. Expert proficiency with FrameMaker and Acrobat (Required) o. Experience developing online help (Required) o. BA/BS degree in a life/physical science, English, Technical Communications or a background in science (Required) o. Experience in an FDA regulated environment a major plus o. Understanding of flow cytometry, mass spectrometer or lasers is a major plus o. Prior experience coordinating documentation translation a plus Notes: o. US citizens or greencard holders only. o. Local candidates only. o. Questions? Call us at 888-378-2333 x 4 o. To be considered, apply here: http://www.cytiva.com/cejobs/applyprospring.asp?prospr?prosprTW-916?barb?85 ProSpring Technical Staffing www.ProspringStaffing.com ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
