Jack Spencer Walton

Writer and researcher with a strong background in documentation, project management, and traditional librarianship. Proficient in translating complex concepts into accessible content, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and meeting tight deadlines.

Experience

Technical Writer

Oracle Full-time

October 2021 - Present

• Interviewed engineers and subject matter experts to draft technical content from scratch
• Updated the Cerner documentation for web content accessibility guidelines (WCAG)
• Composed UX copy and collaborated with designers using tools such as Figma
• Created back-end technical configuration documents and edited code blocks for style
• Analyzed source code and internal engineering communications in GitHub and Confluence
• Authored release notes, reference documentation, and emergency communications
• Prioritized multiple deadlines and projects using agile methodologies in Jira
• Edited testing guidelines for new product features and validated workflows
• Served a rotating seat on the Cerner Style Board and contributed entries to the style guide

Substitute Librarian

Kansas City Public Library

September 2021 - Present

• Ocassionally worked a variety of desks on an as-needed basis
• Maintained the membership database for the Special Collections and Archives using Microsoft Access
• Assisted patrons with reference needs using a variety of electronic and print information resources
• Provided on-demand technical support to patrons in the Technology Center

Research Associate

University of Missouri - Kansas City

August 2020- May 2021

• Digitized a manuscript held at the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
• Translated manuscript from French to English
• Published research in a peer-reviewed journal

Education

University of Missouri - Kansas City

Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature

Minor in Medieval and Early Modern Studies

Manga Cum Laude (3.87 GPA)