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Vanessa R. Williams

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I’m a content expert with 14+ years of experience turning complex information into clear, user-friendly content that supports business goals.

About

I’m a content expert with 14+ years of experience turning complex information into clear, user-friendly content that supports business goals. I specialize in content strategy, content management, product marketing, customer education, and editorial strategy.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined October 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Government
  • Healthcare
  • Financial Services
  • Professional Services
  • Other

Work experience· 8 roles

Senior Content Designer · HumanaApr 2025 – Aug 2026 · 1 yr 5 mos

Developed clear web and mobile UX content for Medicare/Medicaid preventive care and behavioral health experiences, ensuring alignment with brand standards, compliance requirements, and business goals. Collaborated with cross-functional, agile product teams to optimize content for web and mobile, while managing editorial and compliance review processes using tools such as Figma, Jira, and Mural.

Content Experience Designer (U.S. Bank contract) · Apex SystemsApr 2022 – Nov 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Translated complex information into engaging, accessible content to improve user experience for consumer banking clients. Used Figma to create UX copy for onboarding flows, in-product education, navigation, and error messages while maintaining consistency with an established design system. Partnered with product managers, designers, marketing teams, and compliance specialists to deliver brand-aligned copy across touchpoints.

Technical Writer · DIGIT ALSPECApr 2019 – Aug 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Led documentation projects for the Drug Enforcement Administration by coordinating editorial workflows, managing deadlines, and maintaining quality standards. Produced technical documentation for security, data management, and cloud software while preserving clarity, accuracy, and consistency. Collaborated with IT engineers and technical stakeholders to turn complex concepts into actionable, audience-appropriate content.

Technical Writer · DIGITAL SPECApr 2019 – Aug 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos
Senior Technical Writer/Editor · BAE SystemsJun 2017 – Apr 2019 · 1 yr 11 mos
Technical Writer & Content Manager (Department of Defense contract) · SpecPro Management ServicesAug 2016 – Jun 2017 · 11 mos
Writer & Editor (Department of Defense contract) · TASC, An Engility CompanySep 2014 – Aug 2015 · 1 yr
Editor (Department of Defense contract) · QualX CorporationNov 2012 – Sep 2014 · 1 yr 11 mos

Education

B.A. English · Virginia Tech2008 – 2012

Certifications and awards

Google AI Professional Certificate2026

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