Full-Time Technical Editor (Houston, TX)
Job Description
Title | Technical Editor |
Location | Houston, TX |
Description | PennWell Corporation is a cutting-edge publication and events source for a variety of industries where decision-makers worldwide look first to see what happens next in their markets. With a friendly, fast-paced and growth-oriented environment, PennWell values exceptional performance and recognizes that outstanding people working together make success happen. PennWell offers a rich benefit and compensation package as well as a business casual work environment. Employees at PennWell are passionate about their work and capable of taking the initiative to reach project goals.
Job Summary:
Responsibilities:
· Reviews unsolicited technical articles and consulting others as necessary to decide whether to accept or reject the submissions. · Solicits technical articles from industry contributors. · Edits text and graphics of technical articles in accordance with high standards of grammar, clarity, and conformance with Oil & Gas Journal style and in collaboration with authors. · Communicates with members of the Oil & Gas Journal Editorial Advisory Board for guidance on article selection and related matters. · Writes technical articles. · Writes nontechnical news articles. · Attends industry gatherings to learn about technical developments of the oil and gas industry, identify presentations for possible development into technical articles, meet prospective authors, and represent Oil & Gas Journal in the industry.
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Requirements | Essential Qualifications:
· Degree in a subject related to communication or technology. · 5+ years of experience writing or editing articles about oil and gas operations or writing or editing technical material related to the oil and gas industry. · Ability to work on several projects simultaneously. · Ability to meet strict deadlines. · Ability to consult and learn from colleagues and technical specialists.
Non-Essential Qualifications:
· Postgraduate Degree or Technical Degree. · Operational experience with and oil and gas company or service firm. · Editorial experience with a technical publication.
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