Stephen Parsons
About Stephen Parsons
Stephen Parsons is a Senior Technical Writer at OneTrust, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in technical writing, having previously held positions at AngelTrax and OneTrust, and possesses a strong background in communication and media studies.
Current Role at OneTrust
Stephen Parsons serves as a Senior Technical Writer at OneTrust, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and is responsible for producing videos and writing lesson scripts that serve as introductory content for OneTrust products. His role involves aligning with product and UX teams to create guidance text, feature notices, and setting descriptions for the application. He also manages publishing lifecycles for various documents, including accessibility reports and security guides.
Previous Experience at OneTrust
Prior to his current role, Stephen Parsons worked at OneTrust as a Technical Writer from 2019 to 2021. During this time, he contributed to the creation of technical documentation and collaborated with various teams to ensure clarity and usability of the content. His experience at OneTrust has provided him with a strong foundation in privacy and data governance topics.
Educational Background
Stephen Parsons earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from Carson-Newman University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Technical and Professional Communication from Auburn University, completing his studies between 2016 and 2018. Additionally, he holds an Associate of Arts degree from Daytona State College, which he achieved from 2011 to 2013.
Technical Writing Experience
Stephen Parsons has extensive experience in technical writing, having worked in various roles that emphasize documentation and communication. He previously served as a Technical Writer at AngelTrax from 2018 to 2019 and as a Freelance Technical Writer at Village Creed from 2017 to 2018. His responsibilities have included creating user guides, manuals, and other technical documents, as well as facilitating content migration and writing backlog documentation for acquired companies.
Coaching and Other Roles
In addition to his technical writing career, Stephen Parsons has held coaching positions, including serving as a Masters Coach for U.S. Masters Swimming from 2015 to 2016 and as a Senior Assistant Coach at Auburn Aquatics from 2014 to 2017. He has also worked in various roles at Auburn University, including as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and a Program Assistant, contributing to his diverse skill set.