About

The writer who already knows your industry

I'm a senior ghostwriter and content strategist with more than 30 years of experience helping technology companies and trade publications say the right thing to the right audience — clearly, credibly, and in a voice that sounds like them.

My work spans security technology, professional AV, and enterprise markets. Most of it never has my name on it. That's the job — and I'm good at it.

Long before I became a writer, I was a working musician and MIDI systems specialist — selling and teaching digital instruments and signal connectivity at a time when networked audio was still finding its footing. That hands-on understanding of analog and digital systems led directly to my first writing role at Pelco, then one of the world's leading video security companies.

At Pelco I spent more than 20 years building and leading a global marketing communications group — writing and editing everything from product catalogs and trade press to executive speeches and a 45,000-circulation company magazine. I also helped conceive and produce the company's large-scale annual customer events, which featured headline performers including Ray Charles, BB King, and Chicago.

Since 2022 I've worked independently — ghostwriting bylined articles, case studies, thought leadership, and marketing content for agencies, technology companies, and trade publications that need a writer who already knows the territory.

At a Glance

30+
Years of experienceSenior ghostwriter and content strategist
20+
Years at PelcoGlobal marketing communications leader
Still on stageActive performing bassist in Portland, OR

Background

Education

BA, English/Creative Writing — California State University, Fresno

Industries

Security technology · Professional AV · Enterprise technology · Smart buildings · IoT

Location

Portland, Oregon — working with clients across North America and internationally

If that sounds like the writer you've been looking for — let's talk.

Howard Carder II

howardlcarder@gmail.com

503-961-5722

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