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Seeking TW/Online Help Specialist: San Francisco Bay Area
Subject:Seeking TW/Online Help Specialist: San Francisco Bay Area From:Michelle Lucci <MLucci -at- FRXSOFT -dot- COM> Date:Mon, 24 Feb 1997 19:03:48 -0700
FRx Software Corporation is seeking a self-motivated technical
writer/online help specialist for its Burlingame, CA office. FRx
Software is a small, but quickly growing developer of Windows-based
financial reporting software. This Denver, CO-based company is well
known in the financial software industry and its products are quickly
becoming the industry standard for financial reporting. At FRx, you can
combine the excitement and rewards of a startup venture with the
security of an established company.
The primary responsibilities for this position are to write, update and
maintain the online help shipped with our products. The ideal candidate
will be knowledgeable about Windows help writing standards and will be
able to think independently, yet feel comfortable in a team
environment.. Secondary responsibilities are to assist in the standards
development and writing of related end-user documentation as needed.
This includes user guides, installation documents, and release notes.
Requirements for this position include:
· Excellent writing and communication skills
· The ability to think independently, but also work as part of a team
· The ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
· Experience developing Windows help (using ForeHelp or a similar help
authoring tool)
· Knowledge of FrameMaker and Microsoft Word
· 1-3 years of software documentation experience preferred
· A stong interest in staying abreast of the latest trends in software
documentation
· A bachelor's degree in technical writing, journalism or a related
field
· Knowledge of financial reporting or accounting systems is a plus
FRx is an equal opportunity employer offering a fun, casual,
team-oriented environment. Compensation for this position includes a
competitive salary and benefits package including a 401K plan, medical
insurance and performance incentives.
To apply for this position, please send, fax or e-mail resumes to:
Michelle Lucci
FRx Software Corporation
1350 Bayshore Hwy, Suite 460
Burlingame, CA 94010
Fax (415) 401-7033
E-mail mlucci -at- frxsoft -dot- com
For more information about FRx, visit our web site at www.frxsoft.com
Company: FRx Software Corporation
Position: Technical Writer
Location: Burlingame, CA
FRx Software is a small, but quickly growing developer of Windows-based
financial reporting software. FRx is well known in the financial
software industry and its products are quickly becoming the industry
standard for financial reporting.
Currently, FRx is seeking a technical writer to join its small, but
growing documentation team. This is a great opportunity for a
self-motivated, quick learner to join a company with an entrepreneurial
environment company. The ideal candidate can think independently, but
also work effectively as part of a team.
Responsibilities:
Write, update and maintain online help. Also assist in the writing of
other end-user documentation, including manuals, installation guides,
and release notes. Assist in the development of standards for both
online and print documentation.
Requirements:
· Excellent writing and communication skills
· Ability to work in a team environment, on multiple projects
simultaneously
· Experience developing Windows help (using ForeHelp or similar help
authoring tool)
· Knowledge of FrameMaker and Word
· 1-3 years of experience working for a software company preferred
· Knowledge of financial reporting or accounting systems a plus
Casual, team-oriented working environment.
Send, fax or e-mail resumes to:
Michelle Lucci
FRx Software Corporation
1350 Bayshore Hwy, Suite 460
Burlingame, CA 94010
Fax (415) 401-7033
E-mail mlucci -at- frxsoft -dot- com
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