Changing How the World Works.
 
 
  • Feedback: none
Hourly Rate: $17.78
Total oDesk hours:
172
Location:
Meadows of Dan, United States (GMT-05:00)
English Skills: (self-assessed)
5.0
Member Since:
July 12, 2006
Last Worked:
February 6, 2008
Current Assignments:
1
Total Assignments:
3
oDesk Ready:  
Yes
 
 
 
 

Kristin G. - Technical Writer - Freelance Technical Writer, United States

Over the last four years of freelance work, I have done a variety of projects from writing/editing software documentation to writing website copy to indexing to researching and writing white papers. I am seeking opportunities to make language more concise and easier to read whether it be on a website or in a technical manual. My main experience is writing and editing software manuals, but I enjoy all aspects of business writing. Additionally, I am a published author with creative talents and...
See All Work History & Feedback (3 items, 0 with Feedback)
Recent Work History & Feedback
Buyer ID From/To Job Title Paid Feedback
47750 07/2008 - Present Literary Business Writers $1 (fixed-price)
19784 07/2007 - 02/2008 Experienced Writer wanted: manual for attractive end user application used by many Global Fortune 500 companies $3,661 (166 hrs @ $22.23)
17015 01/2007 - 03/2007 Copy writer $109 (7 hrs @ $15.56)
See All Tests Taken (3 items)
oDesk Tests Taken
Name of Test Score Percentile Date Taken Duration
English Test (Sentence Structure) 5.00 99% TOP 10% 1st Place! 08/11/2006 7 min
Technical Writing Skills Certification 4.25 98% TOP 10% 07/27/2006 11 min
Editing Skills Certification 4.40 96% TOP 10% 11/27/2007 15 min
Recent Candidacies
Job Opening Title Initiated By Date
Professional Writer Provider November 7, 2008
Job Category Interests

Web Development

Software Development

Writing
Skills
Skill Experience Level Last Used Description
Tech Writer 12 yrs 5.0 2008
Certifications
Date Earned Name Score Percentile Organization Description
No Certifications
Employment History
From To Company Title/Role Description
05/2004 Present Self-Employed Freelance Writer/Editor / Team Lead
  • Edited 300+ page non-fiction book*Created software manual for brand new product*Rewrote software manual*Proofread numerous scanned documents for accuracy*Rewrote copy for getsonix.com website*Wrote entire copy for bed and breakfast website*Edited and proofed 350-page novel*Wrote and designed brochure for bed and breakfast with Appleworks 6*Wrote two-level indexes for academic texts*Wrote 50,000 word young adult novel under contract
10/2000 04/2004 Group 1 Software Technical Writer/Editor / Independent Contributor
  • Maintained and edited documentation in FrameMaker 7.0 for complex mailing management software and data cleansing software, including 700-page user manuals, help systems, and installation instructions for various platforms
  • Interacted with SMEs and software developers to create accurate and user-friendly documentation
  • Creaded PDF documents from FrameMaker files using Adobe Acrobat 5.0
  • Resolved defects in documentation using Siebel Systems
  • Created graphics for documentation using Visio 2000
  • Prepared detailed documentation plan for each software development cycle
  • Edited co-worker documentation for clarity, style, and accuracy
02/2000 10/2000 Booz-Allen & Hamilton Technical Writer/Analyst / Independent Contributor
  • Edited six, 70+ page technical manuals for content, clarity, and grammar
  • Conducted research and analysis via the internet and other technical sources
  • Conducted comparison of products and methods of analysis
  • Produced survey and white paper to solicit client business
  • Created several PowerPoint briefs
03/1994 02/2000 U.S. Navy Linguist/Analyst / Independent Contributor
  • Translated foreign language materials
  • Wrote highly technical reports for high-level government officials
  • Maintained language skills through annual testing
  • Conducted research in foreign language
Other Experience
Published Author
I have written numerous novels and novellas, several of which have been published. Please contact me for more information on my published works.
Education
From To School Degree Area of Study Description
07/1994 03/1996 Defense Language Institute Other Russian
  • Military language school program
  • Intensive, immersion language course
  • Received Basic course certificate
  • Received LaFox course certificate
09/1992 03/1994 University of California, Santa Barbara Masters Latin American & Iberian Studies
  • Interdisciplinary program to include studies in language, history, religion. political science, and literature.
08/1988 05/1992 Valparaiso University Bachelors English/Spanish
  • Double-major in English and Spanish
  • Studied a semester in Mexico
 
  • Project Title: Website Copy Project
  • Attachment: none
  • Completed: 05/21/2007
  • Category: Writing > Website Content
  • URL: http://www.ordernowsystems.com
  • Description: I wrote the entire copy for this website from scratch for the customer.
 
  • Project Title: Another Website Copy Project
  • Attachment: none
  • Completed: 09/14/2004
  • Category: Writing > Website Content
  • URL: http://www.blueridgebedandbreakfast.net
  • Description: I wrote the entire copy for this website and continue to add and maintain information as needed.
  • Project Title: Software Documentation
  • Attachment: Mvfw17.pdf - 3407.464KB
  • Completed: 09/14/2002
  • Category: Writing > Technical Writing
  • URL: none
  • Description: This was one of the projects I worked on before I decided to start freelancing. I was required to maintain and add new content as needed. In addition to the software manual, I was in charge of installation documents and writing knowledgebase items for this product
Hourly Assignment History
Buyer ID From/To Job Title Paid Feedback
19784 07/2007 - 02/2008 Experienced Writer wanted: manual for attractive end user application used by many Global Fortune 500 companies $3,661 (166 hrs @ $22.23)
17015 01/2007 - 03/2007 Copy writer $109 (7 hrs @ $15.56)
Fixed-Price Assignment History
Buyer ID From/To Job Title Paid Feedback
47750 07/2008 - Present Literary Business Writers $1
oDesk Tests Taken
Name of Test Score Percentile Date Taken Duration
English Test (Sentence Structure) 5.00 99% TOP 10% 1st Place! 08/11/2006 7 min
Technical Writing Skills Certification 4.25 98% TOP 10% 07/27/2006 11 min
Editing Skills Certification 4.40 96% TOP 10% 11/27/2007 15 min