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Verna Marie Deatras

Technical Writer
Bacoor, Province of Cavite,CAV

Summary

Results-oriented writing professional with experience preparing concise and accurate technical documents. Expert at delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines. Talented individual collaborates with cross-functional teams for accuracy and clarity of technical content.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Technical Writer

Lattice Semiconductor
04.2021 - Current
  • Create comprehensive and high-quality documentation for software's new features.
  • Analyze technical specifications to be able to simplify complex concepts for end users.
  • Develop documentation plans every release to ensure that new software features and enhancements are accurately documented in relevant areas.
  • Test new features on the software based on the technical specifications.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather information to document new or changing product features.
  • Conduct training for technical writers to discuss the documentation process/tools and best practices.

Technical Writer (Contractor)

Lattice Semiconductor
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Prepared a variety of different written documents, such as technical notes, reference designs, user guides, and frequently asked questions.
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to convert old documents to the new format.
  • Converted diagrams using Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Visio.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Created and updated software documentation – online help, user guides, tutorials, and release notes.
  • Helped in developing documentation plans every release to ensure that new software features and enhancements are accurately documented in relevant areas.
  • Analyzed technical specifications and learned complex concepts to be able to convey information in plain language.
  • Collaborated with other writers to complete documentation assignments and for peer reviews.

Virtual Assistant

Onlinejobs.ph
04.2020 - 10.2020
  • Designed layouts, templates, and unique branded looks.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create images and layouts for multiple projects.
  • Organized and managed tasks using Trello.
  • Checked and corrected grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
  • Researched topics and events to support client's work agenda and projects.
  • Completed transcription and data entry.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for collating information.

Technical Writer (Contractor)

Lattice Semiconductor
11.2019 - 04.2020
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to convert old versions of technical notes, reference designs, and user guides to the new format.
  • Converted diagrams using Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Visio.
  • Helped in cleaning up the format of Frequently Asked Questions in Agiloft.

Education

Bachelor of Science - IT With Multimedia Design And Animation

St. Scholastica's College
Manila
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Adobe FrameMaker
  • Perforce
  • JIRA
  • WebWorks
  • Technical writing
  • In-depth research
  • Proofreading
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects)
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Timeline

Technical Writer

Lattice Semiconductor
04.2021 - Current

Technical Writer (Contractor)

Lattice Semiconductor
10.2020 - 04.2021

Virtual Assistant

Onlinejobs.ph
04.2020 - 10.2020

Technical Writer (Contractor)

Lattice Semiconductor
11.2019 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Science - IT With Multimedia Design And Animation

St. Scholastica's College
04.2001 -
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