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Darina O’Hagan

Co. Donegal, Ireland

Summary

A highly motivated native English speaker with subtitling,

translation, teaching, and TV production experience.

Darina's career began at the BBC in London, where she spent twelve years developing a valuable and transferable skill set. Darina strives to bring versatility and expertise to any role, and is excited to undertake new projects and embrace each opportunity with enthusiasm and commitment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Subtitler (Freelance)

Sublime
01.2018 - Current
  • Creation of subtitles for high-profile Video-on-demand platforms.
  • Timed Text Template creation.
  • Translation (Spanish to English).
  • Audio Description.
  • Transcription.
  • Subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing (SDH).
  • Quality assurance.

English Teacher

Vaughan Systems
01.2016 - 01.2018

As an English teacher with Vaughan Systems, I taught English to 65 professionals employees in various companies in Madrid, Spain.

  • Developing innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Observing and evaluating performance and development.
  • Setting coursework to challenge students and ensure high levels of interest.
  • Tailoring classes to students’ needs.
  • Increasing student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.

Technical Operator and Assistant Editor

BBC
06.1997 - 06.2009

As part of Post Production and Production departments in the BBC, I was responsible for project and media‐management across a variety of media platforms.

  • Working in co-operation with production teams (directors, producers, presenters).
  • Camera operations and live audio mixing.

Assistant Producer

The Passing Show Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2007

Documentary about the life and music of British musician Ronnie Lane, filmed in the UK, USA, and Ireland.

  • Researching all aspects of the documentary.
  • Conducting and transcribing interviews.
  • Coordinating production personnel.
  • -Organizing shooting schedules, flight bookings, and all necessary transport.
  • Ensuring all production deadlines were met.
  • Liaising with contributors, musicians, and interviewees.
  • Operating camera, sound, and editing equipment.
  • All aspects of publicity and marketing.
  • Attending premieres and screenings, and hosting Q&A sessions with the media.

Education

BSc (Hons) - Environmental Science & Spanish

University of Ulster
Northern Ireland
05-2014

Diploma - Area Studies

New Mexico State University
USA
05-2011

Skills

  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Professional proficiency in Spanish
  • Outstanding research abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Highly numerate
  • Strong analytical skills

Certification

  • City and Guilds Certificate in Web Design

Timeline

Subtitler (Freelance)

Sublime
01.2018 - Current

English Teacher

Vaughan Systems
01.2016 - 01.2018

Assistant Producer

The Passing Show Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2007

Technical Operator and Assistant Editor

BBC
06.1997 - 06.2009

BSc (Hons) - Environmental Science & Spanish

University of Ulster

Diploma - Area Studies

New Mexico State University
Darina O’Hagan