SKILLS:
Writing and editing
Adobe Creative Cloud
Vectorworks CAD
Sketchup 3D modeling
Microsoft Office Suite
Website design/HTML
IN PROGRESS:
UX Design
GitHub
Python
Colleen is a technical writer based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
An English major with a career in residential architecture, Colleen completed Oregon State University’s certificate program in technical writing in 2022. She brings her writing and design skills to every project with one goal: communicate complex concepts or procedures to the widest possible audience.
Recent Work
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Kress Retail Display Fixture
Client:
ArX DIsplay
Task:
Under a tight deadline, create assembly instructions from a video supplied by the SME.
Programs:
Adobe InDesign, Photoshop
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Lutron Retail Display Fixture
Client:
ArX DIsplay
Task:
Under a tight deadline, create assembly instructions from a video supplied by the SME.
Programs:
Microsoft Word, Photoshop
CONTENT WRITING SAMPLES
Freelance
Client:
UpWork Client
Task:
Create content articles for architectural products based on SEO keywords and topic information provided by the client.
NFPA 285: Do Your Exterior Walls Pass the Test?
Design a Concrete House:
Reap the Energy-Saving Rewards of Thermal Mass Design
Built to Weather the Storm:
Resilient Buildings Strive to Withstand Extreme Climate Events
OWNER’S MANUAL
Nespresso Pixie Espresso Machine
Project:
OSU Technical Writing Assignment
Task:
Write and illustrate an owner’s manual for the product of our choice using our own photos and images.
Programs:
Adobe InDesign, Photoshop
PROCEDURE & PROCESS FLOW
How to Tie a Windsor Knot
Project:
OSU Technical Writing Assignment
Task:
Create a Process Flow and Procedure document based on this YouTube video.
Programs: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word
POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
Human-Centered UX Design for Websites
Project:
OSU Technical Writing Assignment
Task:
Find a website that needs help with accessibility & UX design. Create a PowerPoint presentation to illustrate concepts that would improve it.
Programs: Microsoft PowerPoint
THIS WEBSITE:
www.colleen-oconnor.com
Client: -> ME! <-
Task: Create a portfolio website showcasing recent work. Create a logo and brand identity for job applications and potential freelance work.
Programs: Squarespace (website) and Adobe Illustrator (logo)