James Wynne
About James Wynne
James Wynne is a Senior Technical Editor and Writer with extensive experience in technical documentation across various industries. He has held positions at notable companies such as Acronis, Citi Group, and HSBC, and currently works at ArisGlobal.
Current Role at ArisGlobal
James Wynne serves as a Senior Technical Editor and Writer at ArisGlobal, a position he has held since 2022. His role involves creating and editing technical documentation to support the company's software solutions in the life sciences sector. He focuses on ensuring clarity and precision in content, aligning with user needs and industry standards.
Previous Experience in Technical Writing
James Wynne has extensive experience in technical writing across various industries. He worked at Acronis as a Senior Technical Writer for four months in 2021 and held roles at IBF International Consulting and Ascom UMS srl in the same year. His earlier positions include serving as a Documentation Specialist at Citi Group and UBS Investment Bank, as well as a Team Leader at HSBC and ION Trading. His diverse background contributes to his expertise in documentation.
Education and Certifications
James Wynne has a solid educational background. He earned an Associate of Arts in Graphic Design from Hartford University, Minnesota, through a distance learning program from 1999 to 2001. He also holds a Financial Planning Certificate from the Institute of Chartered Accountants, achieved in 1998. In 2019, he completed a Professional TEFL/TESOL Certification and a Specialised TEFL Certification in Business English from Bridge Education Group, accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.
Technical Skills and Expertise
James Wynne possesses expertise in integrating Markdown with MS Office through VBA development. He has experience in creating automated Simplified Technical English (STE) dictionaries and has developed methods to maintain writing excellence while adopting Docs-as-Code practices. His proficiency in tailoring content to meet user needs includes applying language standards such as Globish and lingua franca.
Contributions to Technical Writing Literature
James Wynne contributed to the industry-standard reference book 'User Guides, Manuals, and Technical Writing' (ISBN:9781493906413). This contribution reflects his commitment to advancing the field of technical writing and sharing knowledge with peers in the industry.