James Edlund
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Professional communicator with solid experience in creating clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation. Skilled in technical writing, content creation, and information architecture, bringing strong focus on collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Expertise in simplifying complex information, ensuring accuracy, and meeting deadlines consistently.
James has worked as a technical writer for 25 years. He currently works on contract for Traditions Media, writing technical copy for Japanese-based company, DAIWA; Norsk Lithium; Connect-Ease power rigging systems; and various others, besides contributing freelance editorial to industry publications and web-based media providers. James is also nearing 15 years of consulting and technical writing for Johnson Outdoors, a subsidiary of S.C. Johnson & Johnson. Over his career, James has managed and created technical communications for companies in the marine sonar/electronics and professional audio markets, performing well under stress and tight deadlines to see projects completed in a timely and budget-conscious manner, working with the flexibility and problem-solving skills required of any highly-technical industry.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Writer/Copywriter
Traditions Media
03.2012 - Current
- Manage creation and delivery of clients’ technical communications (i.e., engineering data sheets, specification sheets, catalogs, web copy, press releases, marketing, advertising, and editorial) for up to 12 simultaneous brands/companies on time and within budget
Web Editor
North American Membership Group
08.2008 - 03.2012
- Created and distributed brand and partner content to nearly 2 million North American Fisherman members/subscribers
- Collaborated with internal team and supporting companies to deliver clear and concise branding via e-mail, web, print, and video outlets
- Developed a consistent brand voice for the organization''s online presence, generating increased audience engagement.
- Managed email newsletter campaigns by creating compelling subject lines that encouraged recipients to open messages consistently.
- Increased user retention by regularly updating web content with relevant information and fresh perspectives.
Public Relations Manager
Bosch Communications Systems
01.2006 - 08.2008
- Conceived, planned, and executed public relations campaigns for Bosch Pro Audio Group brands, identifying customer/user groups and distilling highly technical content into easy-to-understand language
- Crafted industry press releases with global reach
Senior Technical Writer/Copywriter
Bosch Communications Systems
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Managed workflow and creation of engineering data sheets, user manuals, catalogs, web copy, and additional technical collateral with engineering, product managers, and junior writers
- Provided final proofing for all Pro Audio Group technical documentation
Technical Writer
Bosch Communications Systems
08.1999 - 01.2004
- Collaborated with engineering and product management to create user-specific engineering data sheets, user manuals, catalogs, web copy, and additional technical documentation and collateral
Education
Master of Science Coursework - Fisheries Biology
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities. MN12.2008
Master of Arts - English
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul, MN01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - English
Carleton College
Northfield, MN01.1996
Skills
- Technical Writing
- Copywriting
- Collaborative Writing
- Technical Editing and Proofreading
- Data Gathering and Analysis
- Leveraging Technology
- Attention To Detail
- Planning and Prioritization
- Timely and Budget-Conscious Delivery
Professional Memberships
- AES (Audio Engineering Society)
- Syn-Aud-Con
- NPAA (National Professional Anglers Association)
- AGLOW (Association of Great Lakes Outdoors Writers)
Timeline
Technical Writer/Copywriter
Traditions Media
03.2012 - Current
Web Editor
North American Membership Group
08.2008 - 03.2012
Public Relations Manager
Bosch Communications Systems
01.2006 - 08.2008
Senior Technical Writer/Copywriter
Bosch Communications Systems
01.2004 - 01.2006
Technical Writer
Bosch Communications Systems
08.1999 - 01.2004
Master of Science Coursework - Fisheries Biology
University of Minnesota
Master of Arts - English
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Arts - English
Carleton College
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