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Teresa Howington

Teresa Howington

Pflugerville,TX

Summary

Multi-Disciplined Professional with over 20 years experience in Document Control, Technical Writing, Illustration, and Graphic Design. Detailed-oriented and Passionate about Process Improvement, I am an insightful team-oriented problem solver, and able to adapt to new tools and processes quickly.

Skills

  • Technical Documentation
  • Graphic Design / Illustration
  • Document Control
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Google Creative Suite
  • Confluence / Jira
  • Visual Studio Code
  • Github
  • HTML / CSS / XML
  • Markdown
  • Agile PLM
  • SAP / ERP
  • Salesforce

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Technical Writer

Aristocrat Technologies
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Created 50% faster and easier onboarding experience by eliminating errors in Machine Asset Preparation documentation for Studio Game Developers.
  • Converted Software Development documentation from Confluence to Markdown.
  • Worked closely with software engineers, product managers and other departments to determine accuracy and completeness of technical documentation for the Gaming Development Kit.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Technical Writer

Accenture Flex
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Updated Online Knowledge Base based on User Feedback and Client Updates.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Sr. Document Coordinator

Luminex Corporation
02.2020 - 05.2022
  • Increased same day turnaround SLA for document control requests from 34% to 96% in my first month.
  • Routed controlled documents within document management system (DMS) and internal databases.
  • Administered the document controls strategy including but not limited to the authoring, approval, publishing, version control and archiving of all company procedures, projects, and manufacturing related documents.
  • Initiated meetings among multiple departments to identify and address procedure inconsistencies and gaps between locations.
  • Coordinated Change Control Board Meetings and supported audits.

Freelance Graphic Designer

TessandraFae
05.2009 - 02.2020
  • Reduced cost for Yearbook creation by over 50% for 3 years.
  • Worked with Brookhollow Elementary to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones for their Yearbooks.
  • Verified School Portrait photo assets against student database records.
  • Coordinated meetings with school administrators, office staff, and the PTO to ensure accuracy and approval of the final product before publishing.
  • Utilized the Adobe Creative Suite to create a broad range of work for Character Design, Illustrations, Merchandise, Website Design, and Sculpture Commissions.
  • Designed website layouts, templates, and unique branded looks.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.

Flash Designer

Quarterhouse Software
05.2007 - 04.2009
  • Improved functionality for a Flash based business card design application
  • Developed web templates, dynamic menus, logos, and animated web banners for corporate clients on .NET systems
  • Conceived and built optimized landing pages in HTML and CSS for integration and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Completed full redesigns of existing websites to improve navigation, enhance visuals and strengthen search engine rankings.

Logistics Agent

Wincor-Nixdorf
02.2004 - 11.2006
  • Saved the company millions of dollars, and improved client satisfaction, by overhauling International Advance Exchange processes and locating lost inventory.
  • Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records in a SAP / ERP logistics management system.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of logistics policies and procedures to provide roadmap for daily operations.
  • Conducted investigations to resolve issues related to logistics and cargo movements.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Animation

Austin Community College
Austin, TX
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