Technical Writer/Editor

Technical Writer/Editor

Regular Full Time

Phoenix, AZ

About Matrix: Matrix Design Group, Inc., an employee-owned planning, engineering and environmental consulting firm is actively seeking a Technical Writer/ Editor in our Phoenix office. As an employee-owned company we are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, respect and excellence.

Our strengths of service, innovation, and skill are a result of that belief. We have a friendly, collegial, cooperative atmosphere and offer a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; holiday, vacation and sick leave; training and education; 401(k) and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Matrix employees are encouraged to participate in employee wellness programs, social committees and community outreach programs. We strive to employ highly motivated people with excellent communication and applied problem-solving skills who desire to advance their talents and skills.

The successful candidate will have a strong command of the English language, exceptional writing and editing skills, and in-depth knowledge of grammar and punctuation rules. They will be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and have a passion for making ideas count through clear and effective communication. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative team, support a broad array of interesting projects, and help stand-up a formal QA/QC program for the company at large.

Summary:

Responsible for communicating the company's technical information in ways that are accessible, meaningful, compelling, and usable for employees and customers with diverse backgrounds and interests.

Essential Functions Under Supervision of Senior Editor:

• Edit and develop content for technical reports, proposals, and marketing collateral for both print and digital media
• Provide technical editing support to project managers, associates, and principals
• Help create original content for social and other digital media (LinkedIn, e-blasts, website)
• Assist creative teams with editing, writing, and administrative duties as needed
• Obtain and catalog permissions for using photographs and other intellectual property rights
• Help create, update, and maintain best practices documentation and guidelines
• Ensure style standards are maintained and represent our brand at all times

Competencies:

• Excellent editorial skills; a commitment to quality, accuracy, and detail
• Strong language skills; marketing flair a plus
• Skilled at communicating complex ideas in clear, concise, and compelling language
• Able to multi-task efficiently and complete assignments accurately and on time
• Strong time-management, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with APA style and comfortable working with in-house style guides
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; able to use Track Changes; experience with InDesign, Smartsheet, and/or video editing a plus
• Experience using content management systems, including managing file and folder structures, storage, and permissions

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in English composition, journalism, communications, or related field
• One to five years' editing experience; experience in the A&E industry, other consulting industries, or in municipal, city, state or federal governments preferred
• Experience in the consulting industry and/or with proposal writing a plus
• Applicants must submit a resume and 2-3 writing samples. Samples: 1) should reflect the candidate's ability to write for different audiences and media; 2) should be no more than 10 pages; 3) can be a complete work or an excerpt from a complete work. Excerpts should be labeled as such.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required of the successful candidate. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Matrix Design Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Any applicant with a qualifying physical or mental disability who believes s/he requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact us at 719-575-0100 for assistance.