Tiffany Tessmann
Franksville
Summary
Senior Technical Writer with over 13 years of experience in producing high-quality technical documentation and managing compliance workflows. Proven ability to lead SDP meetings with executives and create UL Multiple Listing documentation. Expertise in developing precise product labeling and translating complex technical information into user-friendly content. Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams in Engineering, Legal, and Marketing.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technical Writer
Cree Lighting
Racine
07.2012 - Current
- Created and maintained installation guides, product manuals, datasheets, and procedures.
• Led, organized, and facilitated SDP (Strategic Development Process) meetings with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Managed UL Multiple Listing processes, including documentation, and ensured product compliance.
• Designed and produced labeling, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and consistency with brand and legal guidelines.
• Collaborated with Engineering to convert complex specifications into user-friendly documentation.
• Coordinated with Legal on documentation accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Supported marketing with technical content aligned to product strategy.
• Improved documentation workflows, version control, and content consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic And Digital Design
U.W. Parkside
Kenosha, WI12-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
U.W. Parkside
Kenosha, WI12-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
U.W. Parkside
Kenosha, WI12-2009
Skills
- UL documentation and compliance
- Technical editing and writing
- Meeting coordination and collaboration
- Engineering collaboration
- InDesign and Illustrator proficiency
- Marketing alignment strategies
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Technical documentation expertise
- SolidWorks Composer
Timeline
Senior Technical Writer
Cree Lighting
07.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic And Digital Design
U.W. Parkside
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
U.W. Parkside
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
U.W. Parkside