BrianZimm, Appleton, WI, Creative Writer, Technical Writing, Copywriter, Article Press, Web Content

BrianZimm

Appleton, Wisconsin | United States

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BrianZimm (ID: 1005214)

Technical writer with a very technical background.

	Writing, Editing & Translation
	Feedback: None Reviews: 0 Earnings (Year): $0

Summary

Member Since:

May 28, 2007 | 0 quotes in last 30 days | Last Signed in: January 03, 2010

Location:

Appleton, Wisconsin | United States

Would work on site:

Yes

Earnings (All Time):

Earnings by Skill (Year):

Writing, Editing & Translation	$0
Articles & Press Releases	$0
Copywriting	$0
Creative Writing	$0
Technical Writing	$0
Web Content	$0

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Rate:

Min. Rate: $25.00 | Min. Budget: $50.00

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Industries:

Education, Technology & Internet

Highlights

I am very proficient in creating documentation and also creating documentation delivery systems. I am self reliant in that I have expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop. I have extensive knowledge of HTML, CSS, PHP, and SQL and use all regularly in my free time to gain more experience. This allows me to create not only excellent knowledge management communication and content, but also a way of delivering that content to clients without relying on web designers or graphic artists. My background is very technical so there is no need to teach me applications as I'm good at self-teaching.

I am an active member of the STC (Society of Technical Communicators) and use my benefits to attend conferences regularly to stay abreast of trends in the field. I am certified in ITIL and proficient with the Information Mapping techniques used in the industry.

I have worked for small town businesses as well as several high profile Fortune 500 companies in New York, New York and elsewhere. Working in a large city environment has given me valuable experience. I have been working from home in Wisconsin since 2005. I am very PC literate as well as self-taught on Apple systems and software.

Skills

Years of Experience:	18 year(s)
Highest degree:	High School Degree
Software Skills:	Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, Powerpoint, Sharepoint Administration Adobe: Photoshop, Imageready, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, some Flash. Web Browsers: Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Opera and Firefox Other: Lotus Notes, RoboHelp, AuthorIT, CSS, XHTML and HTML. Basic understanding of PHP and mySQL. Not enough to build applications but enough to troubleshoot problems in code. I study many new applications and read manuals if I must use applications in which I'm less than proficient to make myself proficient. I like the challenge.
Additional Skills:	I'm well versed in Network Infrastructure as a previously certified Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator. This experience and knowledge of computers in general has helped me communicate with subject matter experts as an insider, not an outsider. This provides me with a better ability than most Technical Writers to get the information I need. I am also looking to expand my knowledge base into the Medical, Mechanical, and Aeronautical fields.
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The Freelancer has not taken any Skill Tests.

Work Terms

Payment Method:
I want to deal with employers who pay Check, E-check, or Wire Transfer
Funds through SafePay Escrow. This ensures both parties’ protection and satisfaction should any dispute arise. If I have worked with you before, we can work out other arrangements for payment.

Communication:
I can be reached by phone during the day or by Yahoo Messenger any time.

General Availability:
Please know that I am also a varsity volleyball coach at a high school, so I may have a sporadic schedule during the summer and fall. For teleconferences, it is best to arrange beforehand. Either way, I will perform most of my work during the day Monday-Friday.