Technical Writer

Job reference
- 5290319003_crt:1673348668993
- Company Name
- Rockstar Games UK
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Industry sector
- Programming
- Job start date
- ASAP
- Posted date
- 10/01/2023
- Experience Level
- Junior-Associate
- Job type
- Permanent | Full Time
- Remote / Hybrid
- No

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar North is on the lookout for a talented Technical Writer who possesses a passion for the small details. This is a full-time permanent position based out of Rockstar's state of the art development studio in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Join the Technical Writing team to create world-class documentation fit for a global audience made up of the best talent in video game production.

**WHAT WE DO**
- We help bring clarity to the processes and systems that all Rockstars depend on.
- We produce a wide range of documentation to support all tasks from booting up a console to the precise details of exporting assets for the game.
- We collaborate with Artists, Programmers, Animators, Designers and Producers to help them build the documentation they rely on.
- We convert the expertise of all teams into easy-to-understand text, graphics, and video content fit for a global audience.
- We work with IT, Tools, and other development teams to create innovative ways to share and automate documentation.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Create a wide range of high-quality documentation using clear and concise language.
- Collaborate effectively with internal development teams located across the globe to obtain and document precise information on tools, APIs, processes, and user workflows.
- Direct access to internal tools and technology to verify the validity of technical documentations.
- Responsible for writing, updating, and proof-reading of internal documentation through creative writing and aesthetically pleasing layouts.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- A degree in English, Communications, or Technical Writing.
- 2-3 years of experience creating written documentation, tutorials, and other training material.

**SKILLS**
- Fluent English speaker with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- An ability to quickly grasp technical concepts and systems and communicate them in a clear manner for the end-user.
- Motivated self-starter, who independently takes projects through to completion.
- Experience working with Wiki based media is a must.
- Strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with evolving project requirements and priorities.

**PLUSES**
- Experience with Confluence Server and/or Cloud.
- Knowledge of content creation tools such as 3dsMax and Maya.
- Game development experience and/or a passion for games.
- Experience with Adobe software such as Photoshop and Premiere Pro, or other image editing software.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.