Melanie Yarbrough

Melanie Yarbrough is an experienced professional in content management and technical writing, currently serving as Director of Docs Content Systems at GitHub since August 2019. In this role, Melanie supports a team dedicated to enhancing GitHub Docs through strategic processes and user insights. Previous positions include Senior Manager and Docs Content Manager at GitHub, where collaborative efforts aligned documentation with product roadmaps. Prior experience includes roles at O'Reilly Media, where Melanie managed content services and led production editor teams, and freelance graphic design work for businesses. Melanie's foundational experience includes editorial roles at companies such as Pearson and TechTarget, complemented by a B.F.A. in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College.