March 2006
This issue of Rough Draft brings about some changes: a new look and editorial team. The newsletter is now in the hands of Karen Zorn, Managing Editor; Clare Turner, Editor in Chief; and Jane Rossignol, Chanda Child, and Deb Paulsen, Reviewers. Linda Shacklock, Gloria McConnell, and Kathy Graden will continue to write monthly columns. A good start, but there are still a few Rough Draft jobs that need filling:
Reviewer Responsibilies: review up coming issue for spelling errors, broken links, readibility problems, etc. Commitment: 2-5 hours per month.
Contributing Editor Responsibilities: write a monthly topical column or provide information gleaned from related newsletters, list servs, or usegroups. Articles can be assembled from postings. Commitment: Depends on subscriptions, 3-10 hours per month.
Reporter Responsibilities: contribute articles regarding STC, SIG, or other activities relating to technical communications. Commitment: varies.
Salary for above positions: unending thanks and gratitude.
More help wanted listings at Help Wanted.
Turning Chinese English into English English William Pacino of the Northern New England Chapter writes about a challenging and educating writing assignment.
Tech Comm 2005 You really had to be there! The partnership between the Phoenix chapter and the IDL SIG presented a wonderful conference full of intersting presentations, networking, and entertainment.
Tax Tip Geoff Hart of the Montreal Chapter details a personal savings plan that really works for independent consultants and freelancers.
STC Election News Upcoming Society and Community election information.