Technical Editor (Part-time) Job at Loch Harbour Group Inc in Fairfax

Description:

Loch Harbour Group is seeking a highly skilled Part-Time Technical Editor o join our team in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional oral and written communication abilities, a keen eye for detail, and strong editing expertise. This role involves producing high-quality communication materials for a variety of audiences (internal and external), supporting communication planning efforts, and collaborating closely with our federal client. This position is primarily remote; however, candidates must reside within commuting distance of Washington, DC, to attend onsite meetings as required.

Responsibilities:

• Develop clear, concise, and engaging content for diverse platforms, including blogs, web pages, social media, print materials, and interactive digital products.
• Conduct stakeholder analyses and recommend effective engagement strategies, messaging, and outreach plans.
• Interview subject matter experts to create non-technical articles for public-facing platforms.
• Research and prepare talking points, speeches, and long-form remarks for senior executives’ internal and external speaking engagements.
• Plan and execute social media campaigns, including gathering and analyzing campaign metrics.
• Edit both technical and non-technical documents to ensure grammatical accuracy, appropriate tone, and compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) branding guidelines.
• Collaborate with graphics and video professionals on specialized projects, including drafting video scripts for mission-critical and technical content.
• Assist with the development and execution of strategic communications plans tailored to various audiences, such as intergovernmental partners, elected officials, industry leaders, technology users, and academia.
• Edit, revise, and rewrite documents and quick-turnaround tasks for leadership and Congressional audiences.

Requirements:

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in strategic communications.
• 2+ years supporting senior executives in a large corporate or governmental environment.
• 1+ years of experience with social media campaign management (preferred)

Skills:

• Outstanding writing, editing, and strategic communication capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into easily understandable content for a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Social media strategy and execution experience.
• Familiarity with metrics gathering and presentation.

Why Join Loch Harbour Group? At Loch Harbour Group, we value innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Join our team to make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional communication solutions for critical missions.