Job Description

This position will work in a flexible virtual-office environment with a dynamic instructional design and development team to deliver high-quality computer-based training. Reporting to the lead Instructional Designer, you will develop and validate storyboards for e-learning course modules geared for transit maintenance employees.

Responsibilities

• Storyboarding: Research, write, compile, and copy edit storyboard content. The Instructional Designer will provide the narrator script and references to raw assets for course visuals (graphics and animations).
• Quality Assurance: Validate visuals developed by the design team. Ensure that final visuals are technically accurate, grammatically correct, and visually engaging.
• Style Guide Development: Compile style and formatting requirements to ensure that content across multiple course modules is clear and consistent.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in designing and writing scripts for e-learning courses
• Applied knowledge of adult learning principles and online learning methodologies
• Excellent Research, Information Design, Technical Writing, and Plain Language Editing skills, with strong attention to detail
• Strong Business Communication, Organizational, and Problem-Solving skills, with interest in streamlining internal processes and organizing project assets
• Proficient in MS Word
• Enjoys working with SMEs and technical development teams
• Anticipates user needs and project needs, capable of prioritizing work accordingly
• Desire to work independently in a virtual office setting, using your own computer and office equipment

Application Deadline: August 30, 2010
Application Instructions: Send resume to hr@marionette.ca with your salary expectations
Company Name: The Marionette Group Incorporated, www.marionette.ca

Description

We are seeking a Technical Communications diploma graduate(s) with strong technical writing and documentation skills for a process documentation project. This opportunity will give the successful candidate(s) experience with a major Canadian insurance organisation. You will be directly responsible for creation of department specific process manuals, and electronic documentation, as well as creation of a process for review and maintenance of all documentation created. The initial contract will be for a term running from September 2010 through December 2010, with a potential extension into the first quarter of 2011.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of a department leader the Technical Writing Specialist will be responsible for:

• Review existing documentation and recommend standard documentation format(s) for use by staff
• Provide recommendations for content and scope of process manuals for use by staff
• Design and create standardized process documentation for use by staff (to include a review and maintenance process to facilitate on-going future use of documentation created)
• Gather existing information and content materials for new manuals
• Work with subject matter experts to review and validate content of new manuals

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed a 2 year technical communications diploma or equivalent
• Experience in the insurance industry considered an asset
• The successful candidate is detail oriented, able to manage a large volume of work effectively and has proven organizational, planning and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, complemented by strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of internal staff in a professional manner are required.
• Research skills and high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications are essential
• Ability to work in both French and English is considered an asset

Interested qualified applicants are to submit resume and cover letter to the attention of:

Angela Busby
100 Osborne Street North
Winnipeg, MB R3C 1V3

Contact Information:
First Name: David
Last Name: Langstaff
Phone: 254-6418
E-mail: david@delcommunications.com
Web site: http://www.delcommunications.com

Del Communications Inc. requires a full time editor, salary $32,000.00 annually. Maternity position with possibility to be permanent.

Requirements: strong organizational, editing and networking skills.

Please call David Langstaff 254-6418 or david@delcommunications.com

Contact Information

Dept: Human Resources
Fax: 204-694-0750
E-mail: humanresources@rrc.mb.ca

Instructor, Technical Communication
Creative Arts Department

Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees is passionate about education, innovation and student success. We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career. Together, we are going places.

We are currently seeking an Instructor, Technical Communication to join our team.

Reporting to the Chair of Creative Arts, the successful candidate is responsible for full-time instruction in a variety of courses within the Technical Communication Program and the Creative Arts Department.

Duties:

Preparing and presenting instruction in a classroom and laboratory environment; developing and updating course curriculum as required; interviewing program applicants; supervising student independent projects; counseling students and evaluating student progress; helping to identify and pursue student co-op placements; keeping student records and assessing equivalencies; assisting in College activities including student registration and events; coordinating contacts with employers and other outside agencies; promoting the Program to prospective students and employers; and working with colleagues on cross-disciplinary projects.

Qualification Requirements:

• post-secondary educational background with a relevant degree in communication/English
• minimum of five years current experience in the field of technical or business communication
• a broad knowledge of technical communication, especially new media and social media
• a portfolio of technical or business communication work
• relationships with related professional organizations and industry
• experience in teaching and mentoring
• demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development
• experience with current technology and an interest in applying new technologies
• an understanding of the creative process and the ability to devise strategies to nurture student creativity and professionalism, both in the classroom and in one-on-one sessions
• sensitivity to, and understanding of the learning needs of adult learners from a wide range of educational, cultural, socio-economic and age groups
• excellent communication (written and oral), presentation and interpersonal skills
• ability to work independently and in a team environment

Candidates are asked to specifically address the above Qualification Requirements in their application.

*Candidates chosen for interviews will be required to provide a portfolio of their professional and creative work.

We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Competition No.: 2010-68
Closing Date: July 16, 2010
Salary: $49,874 to $74,083 per annum*

*The successful candidate with a Masters or PhD in a related field will receive an Educational Supplement of $2,550 or $5,100 per annum respectively.

Apply in writing to:
Red River College
C410 – 2055 Notre Dame Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0J9
Fax: 204-694-0750
E-mail: humanresources@rrc.mb.ca

To view this and other employment opportunities online, visit us at www.rrc.ca and select "Employment Opportunities" from the list of links located on the bottom of our web page.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

During the usual annual general meeting, a slate of nominees for positions is announced before nominations from the floor are opened. At this year’s meeting, Andrew Quarry, the nominating committee chair, announced that he had been unable to recruit anybody for the voting positions. Although there had been some encouraging words and some expressions of interest in volunteering for specific projects, in the absence, in particular, of a volunteer for the position of President, he had not been able to obtain commitments.

Susan Haire chaired the nomination and elections portion of the meeting.

Introducing your familiar executive committee

The following persons agreed to serve in voting positions:

• Andrew Quarry, President
• Kevin Longfield, Secretary
• Ben Davies, Program Chair and Past President (automatic succession)
• Donald Nordman, Treasurer

The following persons volunteered to serve in the key non-voting positions:

• Sean Lenehan, Web master
• Allison Machovec and Danica Dimaray, Newsletter co-editors

Chapter meeting structure

The look of the chapter program will change dramatically in the upcoming year. No dinner meetings will be held and to meet the needs of chapter members, a suggestion was made of holding a couple of workshops throughout the year. More detailed information is provided in the Letter from the President, page 2 of the June issue of Manuscript.

• Learn who was elected to the executive committee for the upcoming year
• Read about changes to the structure of future STC meetings
• Find out what you didn’t know about Susan Haire in the finale of our "Where are they now" series
• See what you missed at the final dinner meeting
• And finally, see how what was out is now back in with the letter from the incoming President

• Read what you missed during the tour of IMRIS
• Learn what original chapter member Caroline Ben-Ari is up to
• Read about recent changes to STC Manitoba’s Web site
• Mark your calendars to attend this year’s Annual General Meeting at Canad Inns Polo Park on May 4, 2010

It’s a . . . Grammarpalooza!

Do you sometimes have doubts when it comes to sticky grammar points? Do you know when something “sounds right”, but you want to be able to explain why it is right? If this is the case, why not spend Saturday, May 15, at the Grammarpalooza, where the tricky issues will be dealt with and explained. Former University of Winnipeg instructor Janis Pregnall promises us a fun-filled, grammar-packed day!

Workshop details
Saturday, May 15, 2010.
9:00 am to 4:00 pm (registration/coffee starts at 8:30).
University of Winnipeg, Room 3M63 (3rd Floor, Manitoba Hall).
Members: $90 (TelPay: $80); student members $65 (TelPay: $60).
Non-members: $135 (TelPay: $125); student non-members: $75 (TelPay: $70).

How to register
There are three ways to register.

1. Register with TelPay from www.manitobaeditors.ca/telpay for a discount.
2. Mail this form with payment to the address below.
3. E-mail us at meaworkshops@gmail.com and pay at the event.

Lunch, coffee and refreshments will be served. Let us know if you have dietary concerns.

• Election of officers for 2010-2011
• Presentation of awards
• Presentation – Communication Styles: Unravelling the Mystery

Presentation by Sue Hemphill

Have you ever expressed an idea and realized immediately that what you said was not what you intended? Has a miscommunication (oral or written) ever caused you a major problem? At some point, we all fall prey to miscommunication and misunderstanding. Some would argue that this is a natural aspect of the human condition.

We often think of good communication as an art, which it is. Clear communication is not easy; it demands work and creativity. It can also be considered a science, the elements of which can be broken down and analyzed.

In this presentation, participants will review different communication styles and learn a framework for identifying and improving upon miscommunication. They will reflect on their own style and on the styles of those around them, while learning how to avoid getting into that unconscious and unproductive trap of making assumptions and judgments.

Interested in improving your communication skills? Please join us for an evening of reflection and self-assessment.

About the presenter

Sue Hemphill is an associate trainer with the Resolution Skills Centre and is also the owner of her own business, Healthy Hive Consulting. She has been in the business of mediating diverse conflicts, mentoring local mediators, and teaching conflict resolution for over 20 years.

Meeting details

Tuesday, May 4, 2010 from 5:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Canad Inns Polo Park, Ambassador Room “I”