Jenna JacoJJ
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Jenna Jaco

@jennajaco

Experienced technical writer focused on user-centered documentation.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values user-centered documentation and encourages collaboration across teams, with opportunities for professional growth and innovation.

I am a seasoned technical writer with over 8 years of experience in developing user-focused software documentation. My expertise lies in simplifying complex processes and creating content that resonates with diverse audiences, from less-technical end users to engineers and system administrators. I have a proven track record of identifying and fulfilling information needs, ensuring that documentation not only informs but also engages.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed documentation projects end-to-end, employing a docs-as-code approach to enhance collaboration and streamline the writing process. My recent roles have involved creating comprehensive onboarding documentation, restructuring existing content for improved user experience, and advocating for user-friendly writing in highly regulated industries. I am passionate about fostering collaborative relationships that enable the delivery of stellar technical content.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Senior Technical Writer

Bold Commerce

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Responsible for planning, writing, and managing developer documentation. Created onboarding documentation that significantly reduced onboarding needs and supported key workflows for a new product. Utilized a docs-as-code approach and improved documentation UX.

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Senior Technical Writer (Contract)

American Electric Power (AEP)

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Planned and maintained how-to guides and database documentation for new software solutions. Advocated for user-friendly writing and collaborated with engineers to map business processes, ensuring clarity in technical documentation.

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Head of Documentation and Training

Archipelago

Jun 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 7 months)

Built and managed the documentation site for an ML-driven platform. Delivered extensive user-facing and internal content while improving discoverability and self-service rates. Created training modules to enhance cross-team understanding.

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Senior Technical Writer

National Instruments

Jan 2020 - Feb 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Managed documentation for SystemLink Enterprise, collaborating with product teams to support user journeys. Contributed to the company's first docs-as-code project, significantly reducing documentation lead time.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of North Texas logoUT

University of North Texas

Master of Science, Information Science

M.S. in Information Science with an emphasis on Information Systems, focusing on the integration of technology and information management.

St. Edward's University logoSU

St. Edward's University

Bachelor of Arts, English Writing and Rhetoric

B.A. in English Writing and Rhetoric with a focus on Creative Writing, emphasizing the development of writing skills and rhetorical strategies.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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