About WRITE THE FIRST TIME Employment Referral Service
Patrick Morrissey is a proud United States Navy Veteran with over 30 years of experience in technical publications and a proven track record working with Fortune 100 companies. Throughout his career, Patrick has developed a deep understanding of the intersection between military service, technical writing, and civilian employment, which has also helped him identify valuable career opportunities in military-friendly businesses.
He is passionate about helping military families and transitioning service members connect with meaningful career opportunities, especially in remote roles with military-friendly businesses. Patrick’s unique blend of expertise in technical writing and his commitment to supporting those who have served makes him a trusted resource for both individuals and companies seeking professional technical publications and impactful documentation.
At Write the First Time, Patrick’s mission is to bridge the gap between military service and civilian careers by connecting veterans with career opportunities in military-friendly businesses, ensuring that their military experience is translated into valuable skills that employers recognize and appreciate, including those detailed in technical publications.
What Makes Write The First Time Different
At Write the First Time, we define technical writing as the bridge between complex information and clear understanding. A technical writer is a skilled communicator who transforms detailed or technical content into accessible information that others can use to make decisions, complete tasks, or gain knowledge.
Technical writers research, organize, and present information in various formats—digital, print, visual, and interactive. This includes user manuals, online help guides, white papers, design documents, standard operating procedures, software documentation, and training materials.
In military and government settings, technical writers often work within strict contract guidelines, using standardized templates and specialized software like Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker, or Arbortext Editor. Precision, clarity, and compliance are key in these environments, which often include employment services that connect skilled individuals with military friendly employers.
With the rise of e-learning, technical writers now also play a crucial role in developing online training content, helping organizations educate teams efficiently and effectively.
As defined by the Society for Technical Communication (STC), technical writing is 'simplifying the complex.' At Write the First Time, we bring that philosophy to every project—translating specialized knowledge into language that empowers and informs.
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