Apple posted a job you might be interested in July 15, 2014 at 11:21AM

Apple



Technical Editor

San Francisco Bay Area, US - Consumer Electronics

The Sales Training & Communications team is looking for an editor to help shape world-class technical training content.

You’ll join a team of editors working on technical training, sales training, and sales communications in multiple delivery mechanisms for sales audiences around the world.



Key Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in a full-time technical editing role


• Expertise in Associated Press or Chicago style (grammar, spelling, syntax, diction, and punctuation)


• Understanding of technical concepts, such as app development, networking configurations, IP protocols, integration and deployment, troubleshooting strategies, programming, and more


• Proven ability to articulate editing recommendations and collaborate daily with writers


• Exceptional attention to detail


• Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Description



You’ll edit technical training to be clear, direct, friendly, concise, simple, and practical—becoming (intimately) familiar with Apple style guides and processes.

You’ll edit deliverables to support learning in the classroom, online, and on a mobile device.

You’ll work with business teams, program managers, instructional designers, communications writers, and media teams to apply consistent standards and elevate the quality of the writing.

You’ll be a stickler for details while never losing sight of the big picture of what the content and the organization are trying to achieve.

You’ll work with your fellow editors and cross-functional teams to create and evolve style guides, internal job aids, and internal training.



Education



BA/BS required



Additional Requirements



Experience editing quizzes, exams, or other assessments

Experience editing for a sales audience

Experience editing training deliverables

Experience using Apple products, particularly Mac, iPhone, and iPad



No salary provided



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