Marla Winter
About Marla Winter
Marla Winter is a Senior Content Developer with extensive experience in creating multimedia content and technical documentation. She has worked with various companies, including Avaya Inc. and Coalfire, and possesses advanced skills in numerous software tools and project management platforms.
Work at Coalfire
Marla Winter has been employed at Coalfire as a Senior Content Developer since 2019. In this role, she focuses on creating multimedia content, including video tutorials, utilizing tools such as Techsmith's Camtasia and Snag-It. Her responsibilities include collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the development of user-friendly documentation tailored to the needs of clients in the cybersecurity sector.
Previous Experience in Technical Writing
Prior to her current position, Marla Winter accumulated extensive experience in technical writing across several organizations. She worked at Avaya Inc. as a Senior Technical Writer from 2007 to 2016, and previously held roles at J.D. Edwards, Oracle Corp., L-3 Communications, Hunter Douglas, and RedJade. Her diverse background includes managing documentation projects and producing technical content for various industries, including telecommunications and software development.
Education and Expertise
Marla Winter studied at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where she earned a degree in Speech Communications/Broadcasting and Journalism from 1985 to 1989. She also holds a High School Diploma from Brighton High School. Her educational background supports her expertise in developing technical documentation, particularly in cloud solutions, SaaS, and enterprise software.
Technical Skills and Tools Proficiency
Marla Winter possesses advanced skills in a variety of software tools essential for content development. She is proficient in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, and FrameMaker. Additionally, she utilizes collaboration and project management tools such as Confluence, Trello, and Jira, along with Microsoft Office applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to enhance her documentation projects.
Project Management and Documentation Standards
Marla Winter has expertise in managing documentation projects that adhere to ISO 9000:9001 quality management system guidelines. She effectively collaborates with subject matter experts, including engineers and developers, to produce high-quality technical documentation. Her experience includes developing user-friendly content that meets industry standards across various technology sectors.