A business and information technology solutions company in Northwest Washington DC has an immediate need for a highly skilled Proposal Desktop Publisher. In this outstanding temp-to-hire position, you will develop, write, edit, rewrite and/or format technical and non-technical material to prepare text for publication. A strong grasp of publishing, excellent oral and written communication skills, and outstanding organizational skills will help you succeed in this promising role.

Responsibilities:

• Compile, organize, rewrite and edit source material provided by technical and non-technical staff, vendors and manufacturers.


• Work with diverse range of documentation, including reports, manuals, proposals, instructional material, catalogues, and hardware/software documentation.


• Provide publication direction in development of technical documentation


• Coordinate workflow between originators and publication support areas


• Serve as expert regarding presentation, organization, format, layout and style.


• Edit documents for accuracy, clarity, coherence and consistency


• Help prepare instructions, outlines, and assignment schedules for word processing, graphics, photo lab, printing and repro services.


• Review final product for physical presentation and intelligibility to ensure quality


• At times, review publications for purpose of modifying, revising and/or rewriting.


• Keep apprised of developments in field of expertise to ensure currency.

Requirements:

• College Degree


• Three (3) plus years related experience


• Demonstrate excellent writing and editing skills


• Meticulous attention to detail


• Functional working knowledge of publication concepts and practices


• Ability to use sound judgment when applying client and industry standards


• Strong time management skills; proven ability to perform under standard publication deadlines.

The BOSS Group offers an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan with company match, weekly paychecks, holiday pay, bonus pay, and a health benefits program.  We also provide tools and resources to assist you with your job search, to learn more visit www.CreativeConnects.com. Hourly rate is in the mid $20’s with an annual salary in the mid $40K’s.

Named one of the 2006 and 2007 Best Places to Work (WBJ), The BOSS Group specializes in matching highly qualified creative, marketing, proposals, advertising and web talent with top temporary and permanent assignments throughout the Washington, DC; Philadelphia, PA; Richmond, VA; Baltimore, MD; NJ/NYC; and Dallas-Fort Worth metro areas, and is an equal opportunity employer.
 
To be considered for this position, complete our online application, select the Metro DC office and reference job #25801AB.
 
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