My philosophy on technical writing

Welcome to my Web site! I do freelance and contract technical writing and editing. Running my own business for 25 years allowed me to develop a very diverse background along with an understanding of the importance of deadlines and customer service. It is no longer adequate for technical writers to possess excellent grammar skills, a working knowledge of word processing, and familiarity with the target audience. We must have subject matter expertise, along with the ability to communicate effectively with the subject matter expert.

My areas of expertise

I have acquired expertise in the following areas: Pathology- I am a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT), and have practiced in all five departments of the medical laboratory including: hematology, microbiology, histology, immunohematology, and clinical chemistry. Horticulture- I enjoyed 25 years as the owner of a successful lawn care franchise (Weed ManTM), during which I became an expert on turf diseases, destructive turf insects, turf establishment and maintenance. I hold a valid Landscape Class exterminator's license and am a certified instructor for non-licensed applicators. Electronics- I have designed loudspeakers for 20 years, using Thiele-Small parameters. Music- I have been a professional stage musician for 22 years. I also operate a small recording studio and have experience with audio and MIDI sequencing software, and audio editing. Home renovation- I have performed home and commercial renovations, developing skills in framing, drywall finishing, electrical wiring, plumbing, heating, painting, roofing, and trim work.

If you don't see reference to your particular subject matter in the previous list, please click the Contact Me button so we can discuss your needs.

My services

These are but a few of the services I offer: Editing- Medical documents (research, essays, journals), musicians' journals and articles, horticultural documents, high school and post-secondary school essays. Writing- Procedural manuals for: home electronic devices, home theatre systems, loudspeaker systems, laboratory instruments, horticulture, and wood construction. Web site design- Many Web sites consist of poor layout, an over-use of graphics, difficult navigation schemes, and inconsistent formats. A Web page should be a larger, content-specific version of a business card, but must also be concise. Does your Web site call your client to action? Does it cause your client to click that all-too-important "Contact Us" button, only to find that the link is outdated or has failed in some way? If you can answer "yes" to any of these questions, I can help. I designed this Web site with just those goals in mind, and if you have read this far, I have succeeded!

My resume

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Let's get down to business

Are the above services of interest and value to you? As I mentioned previously, why not retain the services of a technical writer who has special subject matter knowledge? My fees are based on a per hour, per page, or single contract rate. May I be of service? Please click the Contact Me button and send me a note detailing your writing, editing, or Web site requirements. You will receive a prompt reply. Thank you.

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Web site designed by Lee Batchelor
Last updated: October 2009