Technical Writer

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The Role
Write, edit, and maintain clear Help Center documentation for the Brandwatch product suite; translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences; collaborate with SMEs and engineers; integrate visuals and AI; support other educational materials and ensure accuracy with product releases.
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At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. 
 
Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. 
 
Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. 
 
 
Your role will include:

● Write, edit, and proofread high-quality content for our Help Center articles according to our process and set writing style guidelines.
● Develop and maintain an expert-level working knowledge of the Brandwatch product suite, understanding the purpose, use cases, key functionalities and benefits of each module to our customers.
● Learn complex technical concepts and communicate the information in a way that is concise, engaging and easily understood by all levels of users.
● Proactively identify and share new ideas for written content and improvement opportunities, including cross-referencing other educational materials, such as Academy courses or Community posts.
● Collaborate and build good working relationships with subject matter experts - such as support agents, product managers, product marketing, and engineers - to produce and maintain accuracy of content in conjunction with new product releases.
● Go beyond articles, supporting the creation of other educational techniques when applicable.
● Write for a variety of audiences, from non-technical end users to programmers, system administrators, integrators, search engines and AI chat bots.
● Integrate visuals, media, use case and functional data and examples into user documentation.
● Develop a comprehensive understanding of our chosen help centre software and awareness of our other customer education software platforms.
● Recognize how AI enhances efficiency, content quality and effectiveness, and engage in learning about and recommending AI advancements relevant to the role.
 
What we’re looking for:

● 2+ years of experience in writing technical content in English (US) language, in the software or technology industry.
● Experience writing detailed technical documentation and developing learning content to make complex software solutions easily understandable and accessible, shown through a portfolio of existing work and by undertaking a set task prior to interview.
● Familiarity with API documentation, cloud-based software, and SaaS platforms.
● Well organized and able to work with a constantly evolving product suite.
● Outstanding high-level of English (US) written and verbal communication skills, preferably with a university degree or qualification in English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, or a related field.
● Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
● Comfortable interacting and collaborating successfully with team members, internal stakeholders, and audiences of all business levels.
● Ability to work independently in a remote environment, while collaborating effectively with global teams.
● Ability to write clearly and succinctly, and in a way that our customers will find relatable and easy to follow.
● Can remain calm in a challenging and continually changing environment.

As a global leader in PR, marketing and social media management technology and intelligence, Cision helps brands and organizations to identify, connect and engage with customers and stakeholders to drive business results. PR Newswire, a network of over 1.1 billion influencers, in-depth monitoring, analytics and its Brandwatch and Falcon.io social media platforms headline a premier suite of solutions. Cision has offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA and APAC. For more information about Cision's award-winning solutions, including its next-gen Cision Communications Cloud®, visit www.cision.com and follow @Cision on Twitter.
 
Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.
 
Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.
 
Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]
 
Please review our Global Candidate Data Privacy Statement to learn about Cision’s commitment to protecting personal data collected during the hiring process. 


Top Skills

AI
Ai Chatbots
Api Documentation
Brandwatch
Cloud
Falcon.Io
Help Center Software
SaaS
Search Engines
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
2,736 Employees
Year Founded: 1867

What We Do

Cision is a leading global provider of earned media software and services to public relations and marketing communications professionals. Cision’s software allows users to identify key influencers, craft and distribute strategic content, and measure meaningful impact. Cision has over 4,800 employees with offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

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