I have spent the majority of my career in communications, starting with advertising copy in the music industry while proofreading and translating. Over the years I have worked across high-tech industries and government projects, with a focus on clear, practical language and problem solving. Today I am open to new opportunities in English language services and related fields, with a habit of delivering reliable, creative solutions and collaborating across teams.…

Timothy Daniel McGowan

I have spent the majority of my career in communications, starting with advertising copy in the music industry while proofreading and translating. Over the years I have worked across high-tech industries and government projects, with a focus on clear, practical language and problem solving. Today I am open to new opportunities in English language services and related fields, with a habit of delivering reliable, creative solutions and collaborating across teams.…

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I have spent the majority of my career in communications, starting with advertising copy in the music industry while proofreading and translating. Over the years I have worked across high-tech industries and government projects, with a focus on clear, practical language and problem solving. Today I am open to new opportunities in English language services and related fields, with a habit of delivering reliable, creative solutions and collaborating across teams.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Swedish
Advanced

Work Experience

Voice Over Artist at Phosworks Digital Ideas AB
January 1, 2021 - Present
Contributed voice over work to an ongoing campaign.
Consultant at Trapezia Consulting AB
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2019
Provided problem solving skills and creative interpretations; helped Trapezia stay ahead of competitors. Contact: Jonas Östgren.
Ensemble Musician at Uppsala Stadsteater
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Participated as ensemble musician in main stage production under the musical direction of Sanna Hodell; in the spring run of Välkommen hit välkommen hem.
Editor/Consultant at A&MBergh Consulting AB
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2014
Lighter editorial assistance; contributed as a consultant; input guided by Annette Katisko Bergh.
Translator and Editor at Statistics Sweden (SCB)
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011
Translator and editor in the Communications and Editing Department; produced press releases, statistical reports, official communications, economic & sociological studies and financial analyses; Plain English style guide development.
Language Consultant, Copywriter and Translator at Saab Bofors Support AB
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2006
Independent work with engineers and specialists; involved in product campaigns, contract drafts, patent translations, technical writing, software development and project management; worked with classified information.
Copywriter at MNW Records Group (Freelance)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2001
Contributed to marketing campaigns through A&R; wrote advertising copy, conducted artist interviews, translated financial reports and various white papers.
Freelance Translator/Proofreader at Uppsala, Sweden
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1997
Early freelance work focusing on proofreading and translation while learning Swedish.
Voiceover Artist at Phosworks Digital Ideas AB
January 1, 2021 - Present
Contributed voice over work to an ongoing campaign.
Consultant / Problem Solver at Trapezia Consulting AB
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2019
Provided problem solving and creative interpretation services; maintained contact with Trapezia through Jonas Östgren to help keep ahead of competitors.
Producer at Uppsala Kurdiska Teater Gruppen
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Produced Chekov’s The Bear; premiere received positive reviews from Gottsunda Dans & Teater to the road run in Göteborg; directed by Omed Hussein Ridha.
Editorial Assistant / Consultant at A&MBergh Consulting AB
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2014
Lighter editorial assistance; collaborated with staff and took on various facilitation tasks; input managed by Annette Katisko Bergh.
Freelance Proofreader / Translator at Uppsala, Sweden
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1997
Early career focused on proofreading while learning Swedish; gradually incorporated translation work.

Education

Master's studies in Philosophy at Uppsala University
January 1, 2017 - February 19, 2026
C-essay in Philosophy: The Role of Participation in the Philosophy of Johannes Scottus Eriugena at Uppsala University, Faculty for Humanities, Institute of Philosophy
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts at Catholic University of America
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1989
Tutorial classics program at St. John’s College, Annapolis
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1986
High School Diploma at Bishop Stang High School
January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1984
Master's studies ongoing at Uppsala University
January 1, 2017 - March 17, 2026
C-essay at Uppsala University
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1997
Bachelor of Arts at Catholic University of America
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1989
Tutorial classics program at St. John’s College, Annapolis
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1986
High School at Bishop Stang High School
January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1984

Qualifications

B class Swedish driver's license
January 1, 2011 - February 19, 2026
Individochlagutveckling leadership and team work training
January 1, 2003 - February 19, 2026
AECMA SE course in Simplified English for technical writing
January 1, 2003 - February 19, 2026
Swedish Driver's License (Class B)
January 1, 2011 - March 17, 2026
Individochlagutveckling leadership and teamwork training
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
AECMA SE course in Simplified English for technical writing
September 1, 2003 - November 30, 2003

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Education

Skills

Experience Level