Technical Communicator | Intelligence & Investigations
Bringing order to complexity.
Bringing order to complexity.
I'm Dusti Hinson-Johnson, a technical communicator with a passion for bringing order to complexity. I specialize in technical writing, investigative communication, and instructional design, helping organizations turn complicated information into documentation that is accurate, practical, and easy to understand.
My background includes criminal justice, cybersecurity, digital forensics, compliance, and process improvement, with experience supporting government, oil and gas, agriculture, nonprofit, and other regulated industries. I enjoy taking information that feels overwhelming, whether it's a technical process, a legal requirement, or an investigation, and organizing it into something people can confidently use.
Throughout my work, I have developed standard operating procedures, policy manuals, training materials, technical documentation, investigative reports, and compliance resources. Every project begins the same way. I ask questions, research the problem, organize the information, and create documentation that helps people work more effectively and make better decisions.
This portfolio is a collection of that work. It reflects my belief that good communication is not just about writing. It is about creating clarity, building trust, and making complex ideas easier to understand.
Oil & Gas
Developed technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, and compliance resources to support operational consistency and workplace safety. Applied analytical problem-solving and process improvement techniques to identify risks, document workflows, and support regulatory compliance within operational environments.
Government & Private Sector
Produced technical documentation, policies, investigative reports, and structured communications that support compliance, accountability, and informed decision-making. Skilled in research, records analysis, document management, and translating complex legal, regulatory, and operational information into clear, actionable documentation.
Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics
Specialize in technical documentation related to cybersecurity, digital forensics, and investigative processes. Develop forensic reports, incident documentation, evidence summaries, and procedural guides while applying principles of digital evidence, investigative methodology, and clear technical communication to support accurate and defensible documentation.
Available for freelance, contract, or full-time roles.