Technical Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Create, edit, format, and publish both new and existing technical documentation related to the manufacturing process.

• Pose insightful questions to gain a deeper understanding of products and processes.

• Actively seek and integrate feedback from reviewers and stakeholders.

• Engage in communication with engineers, project managers, and supervisors.

• Pursue continuous learning about Daktronics products and technologies.

• Oversee multiple documentation projects while adhering to set deadlines.

• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the quality and consistency of documentation.

• Convert complex technical information into clear, user-friendly instructions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in English for Information Systems, Technical Communications, English, or Mass Communications.

• Preferred: must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits.

• Preferred: should be in at least sophomore or junior year of study.

• Strong academic performance with an acceptable GPA is required.

• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be included with the application.

• Provide three writing samples, such as manuals, research papers, or newspaper articles.

• Possess good oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation are essential.

• Comfortable with learning new documentation, content management, illustration, and authoring tools.

• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Must be fluent in English, both written and verbal.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

• Please note that Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• $500 Academic Excellence Reward for each spring and fall semester completed while employed, available to eligible students with a GPA of 3.5 and above.

• Employee discount program.

• Employee assistance program.

• Community donation program.

• Unpaid time off.

• 401(k) plan.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Leave options.

• Disability and accommodations support.

• Mentorship opportunities.

• Hands-on experience.

• Opportunities for professional and personal development.