Technical Writer  
Karleen S. McAllester
 Freelance Writer & Editor
 E-mail: k.mcallester@comcast.net
 
Writing Samples:

Web Sites:
Web Content & Design
Web Design & Editing
Small Business Web Site

Online Help:
Online Help Introduction
Online Help Feature

Technical Documentation:
Software User Guide
Hardware Guide
Telecom Training Guide

Contract Services:

Web Content:
• Writing & Editing
• Small Business Web Sites
• Nonprofit Web Sites
 
Computer & Internet:
• User Guides
• Online Help
 
Business:
• Business Plans
• Proposals
• Presentations
 
Editing:
• Developmental Edit
• Copyedit
• Templates

Freelance Writer and Editor

As a freelance writer and editor located in the Chicago area, my specialties are business writing, technical documentation and Web content.

My credentials include a master's degree in journalism from Boston University and more than a decade of experience as a writer.

I got my start at Avid Technology, where I worked as a senior technical writer documenting Avid film and video editing systems from 1990 to 1995. Since then, I've worked as a freelancer for a wide range of clients, covering everything from asthma to software, housing issues to Web technology.

What can effective communication do for you?

Regardless of the topic, my focus for every project is on understanding and achieving the communication objectives of my clients.

For example, some common goals are to:

  • Convince "early adopters" to try new products.
  • Help people understand how to use new technology.
  • Define a shared vocabulary and knowledge base for solving problems.
  • Inform the public about an organization's activities and achievements.
  • Explain business plans and objectives to investors and customers.

Contact me for more information or a project proposal.

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