Fred Lifton is a communications and documentation leader with 11+ years in tech and a career that bridges technical writing, product storytelling, and campaign communications. As Director of Campaign Communications at Crowd Supply, he advises creators and crafts both marketing and technical content that helps open-source hardware projects reach their audience. Previously he established docs-as-first-class-citizen practices at Docker and led documentation and UI efforts during rapid growth at Puppet Labs, blending editorial rigor with product and design sensibilities. His background includes academic training to Ph.D. level in English and hands-on roles from instructional technology to nonprofit program management, giving him a rare mix of narrative depth and operational experience. Based in Portland, he is adept at turning complex technical detail into clear, usable materials while also supporting fundraising and community-facing initiatives.
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