Summary
Expert writing, editing, and research skills with over 18 years experience writing for large corporations (as a direct and contract technical writer) and small businesses (as a freelance copywriter). Seasoned content developer for Web sites, product guides, user guides, help pages, articles, profiles, white papers, and reports. Self-starter, quick learner, and creative problem-solver; excellent communication and organizational skills. Easily collaborates with creative and technical personnel to complete deliverables on time.
Computer Skills
Highly proficient in use of Microsoft Office, FrameMaker, Netscape, Internet Explorer, Windows 2000 and XP. Proficient in use of Adobe PageMaker, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Microsoft FrontPage, XHTML, CSS, and other graphic and Internet software.
Professional Experience
Freelance marketing writer, 2006 to present, Apex and Durham, NC
Owner of InfoCreative, a
communications business.
Business and Technical Writer, 1989 to present, DE and NC
Researched, designed and wrote numerous company and customer documents for large international corporations, as follows:
- IBM, Durham, NC
- Cisco Systems, Durham, NC
- AT&T, Durham, NC
- Nortel, Research Triangle Park, NC
- MCI, Cary, NC
- The DuPont Company, Wilmington, DE
Technical Editor, 1987-1988, University of Delaware, Newark, DE
Worked with research professors in the College of Agriculture to edit and
prepare articles, reports, and white papers for professional journals and
conferences. Edited and designed a textbook on biotechnology.
Retail Sales Manager, 1980-1986, The Trader, Newark, DE
Managed a small retail and wholesale business specializing in imported gifts and clothing. Managed buying, advertising,
and wholesale accounts. Trained and supervised part-time help.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in English, University of Delaware, 1983
Certificate, Business and Technical Writing, University of Delaware, 1991
Certificate, Web Technologies, International Webmaster's Association (IWA), 2004
For a more detailed resume, please contact me at 919-362-5036 or info@bettytew.com.
References available upon request.