The PortalPlayer Technical Marketing Group brings clarity where there is confusion. As a technical writer, you are the bridge between internal company discussions and our external message. Your written communication is accurate yet interesting, concise yet complete. Superior writing wins business, educates designers and leads to volume product shipments. This may include any or all of the following:

Research

• Interview engineering, sales and marketing
• Find and review documentation for alternative solutions
• Investigate new trends, technologies and concepts
• Analyze licensing requirements
• Advise on User Interface design

Write

• Hardware & software reference documentation
• Application notes and white papers
• End user help and reference materials
• Materials for both basic and advanced readers
• Develop style, organization and format for written communication

Manage

• Plan and create materials in hard copy and online form
• Manage budgets and schedule resources, work with outside contractors
• Manage corporate web site
• Documentation library and database
• Ensure appropriate tone of voice and consistency across all documentation

Product Promotion

• Product demonstrations
• Product training
• Trade shows and seminars

If you have a BA/BS (English/Tech. Writing) or equivalent experience and can show 2-4 years relevant experience; easily switch between Word, FrameMaker, Acrobat; level a keen eye for illustration; and are a passionate writer then PortalPlayer may be the place for you. We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes medical and life insurance, 401K, stock options and short and long term disability. Big company benefits in a small company environment. So drop by jobs@portalplayer.com and let us know the kind of things that make you want to get up in the morning.