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Pat W.

@PatWms

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Desktop Publisher, Technical Writer, Editor, & Proofreader

$15 USD / Hour

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Joined on October 5, 2013

$15 USD / Hour

I have over twenty years experience writing Technical Manuals (TM), print and electronic, for the military and private sector. I am highly experienced documenting operations and maintenance procedures, working with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to generate functional descriptions, troubleshooting, and validation/verification. Additionally, I am proficient creating interactive documents in Portable Document Format (PDF), Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML), and Extensible Markup Language (XML), including S1000D-compliant and repository-based electronic technical documentation. Other documentation/writing experience includes advertising brochures, research reports, and Configuration Management (CM) plans. I am a published author of short stories, essays, and product reviews. I have taught college-level Remedial Writing, English Composition 1 & 2, American Literature, and Public Speaking. I have a strong command of the English language, familiarity with most writing styles and MILSPECS, and a serious commitment to excellence in the printed and electronically published word. I also have experience with copy editing, real estate research, medical and insurance transcription, and general proofreading.

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On time

100%

On budget

100%

Accept rate

100%

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Muchen L.

5.0

$55 CAD

11 years ago

summary of three chapters in HRM

very good job

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Lisa G.

4.8

$34 USD

12 years ago

Proofread some weblinks. 50 cents per 500wordsa - part 2

Did a great job. When we have a similar project we will consider her.

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Saurabh D.

5.0

₹2,027 INR

12 years ago

Quality Analysis / Proofreading_Batch - 1 K

Pat is very much dedicated individual, She delivered each and every file with 100% Accuracy. Very much impressed by the way she performed... Cheers...!!!

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Former Client (inactive)

5.0

$30 USD

13 years ago

Write a tag line/slogan for Woolance

Good.

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Experience

Senior Technical Writer

Feb, 2011 - Jan, 2012

11 months

ITT Exelis (through CADstar International)

Feb, 2011 - Jan, 2012

11 months

-Created and edited Data Modules (DM) for XML-based, S1000D-compliant Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM). -Uploaded DMs to and published from a Content@ database. -Assisted in creating Data Module Requirement Lists (DMRL) for S1000D-compliant IETMs. -Confirmed data and configuration changes and documented procedures for repair, loading, unloading, packing, unpacking, and inspection of minesweeping equipment. -Converted simple troubleshooting flowcharts into comprehensive procedures. -Updat

Feb, 2011 - Jan, 2012

11 months

Senior Technical Writer/Editor/Document Analyst

Jan, 1995 - Jun, 2010

15 years, 5 months

General Dynamics Information Technology, Afloat Systems - Life Support and Damage Control Systems/Warfare Systems

Jan, 1995 - Jun, 2010

15 years, 5 months

-Documented procedures and wrote Technical Manuals (TMs), from operational procedures/user guides to maintenance/repair, for various damage control and life support equipment, including diving masks, helmets, and full body suits; breathing air compressors. -Participated in all aspects of XML-based, S1000D-compliant interactive electronic technical publishing: generating DMRLs, creating and editing DMs, and uploading to and publishing from a Content@ database. -Confirmed data, acquired images of equipment,

Jan, 1995 - Jun, 2010

15 years, 5 months

Independent Desktop Publisher/Word Processor/Secretary

Feb, 1992 - Jul, 1994

2 years, 5 months

Temporaries of Atlanta, Temps & Co., Excel Temporaries

Feb, 1992 - Jul, 1994

2 years, 5 months

-Edited and proofread documents, including computer software manuals. -Documents research, including real property. -Alphanumeric data entry: technical manuals, spreadsheets/reports, memos/ letters, and statistical analysis papers. -Secretarial/receptionist duties including, but not limited to, real estate, medical/healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, banking.

Feb, 1992 - Jul, 1994

2 years, 5 months

Education

University of Alabama at Birmingham

1987 - 1991

4 years

Master of Arts

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United States

1987 - 1991

4 years

University of Alabama at Birmingham

1982 - 1986

4 years

Bachelor of Arts

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United States

1982 - 1986

4 years

Qualifications

Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Level I

2009

Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)

Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Level I

2009

Certifications

Freelancer Orientation

Freelancer Orientation

US English - Level 3

US English

Basic Numeracy - Level 1

Basic Numeracy

UK English - Level 1

UK English

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