With academic training in literary studies, communications and publishing, I have devoted my professional life to my passions for literature and books, written and broadcast communication, voice performance, and language teaching. For more than two decades, I have worked in publishing and literature, both within established organizations and through my own freelance editorial and language services practice. Over the years, I have developed a broad range of skills that allow me to contribute at various stages of the editorial process. At the same time, my strengths as a communicator have led me to undertake a wide variety of writing assignments, create and host original radio content, perform voice acting for AI speech research projects, and share my passion for the French language as a teacher. Although my career has already brought me great fulfillment, I remain eager to embrace new challenges. I seek opportunities to apply my experience in new contexts, expand my knowledge, and contribute to meaningful projects where my rigour, critical thinking, creativity and interpersonal skills can make a difference. I welcome conversations with employers and collaborators who believe my profile could be a good fit for their organization.

Nicolas Therrien

With academic training in literary studies, communications and publishing, I have devoted my professional life to my passions for literature and books, written and broadcast communication, voice performance, and language teaching. For more than two decades, I have worked in publishing and literature, both within established organizations and through my own freelance editorial and language services practice. Over the years, I have developed a broad range of skills that allow me to contribute at various stages of the editorial process. At the same time, my strengths as a communicator have led me to undertake a wide variety of writing assignments, create and host original radio content, perform voice acting for AI speech research projects, and share my passion for the French language as a teacher. Although my career has already brought me great fulfillment, I remain eager to embrace new challenges. I seek opportunities to apply my experience in new contexts, expand my knowledge, and contribute to meaningful projects where my rigour, critical thinking, creativity and interpersonal skills can make a difference. I welcome conversations with employers and collaborators who believe my profile could be a good fit for their organization.

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With academic training in literary studies, communications and publishing, I have devoted my professional life to my passions for literature and books, written and broadcast communication, voice performance, and language teaching.

For more than two decades, I have worked in publishing and literature, both within established organizations and through my own freelance editorial and language services practice. Over the years, I have developed a broad range of skills that allow me to contribute at various stages of the editorial process. At the same time, my strengths as a communicator have led me to undertake a wide variety of writing assignments, create and host original radio content, perform voice acting for AI speech research projects, and share my passion for the French language as a teacher.

Although my career has already brought me great fulfillment, I remain eager to embrace new challenges. I seek opportunities to apply my experience in new contexts, expand my knowledge, and contribute to meaningful projects where my rigour, critical thinking, creativity and interpersonal skills can make a difference. I welcome conversations with employers and collaborators who believe my profile could be a good fit for their organization.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Czech
Beginner
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Language Consultant at Toromont
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provided language editing, translation, writing, localization; quality control; supervision of translation teams, workload allocation and workflow management (Apple, Nissan, Tangerine, Five Seasons accounts, etc.)
Brand Language Consultant at Agence BleuBlancRouge
January 1, 2022 - Present
Brand language service, contributing to messaging and localization for brand campaigns.
Translator / Language Specialist at Agence ZIP Communication
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Language editing, translation, writing, localization; quality control; supervision of translation teams, workload allocation and workflow management.
Freelance Writing, Editorial and Language Services at Nicolas Therrien
January 1, 2000 - Present
Provided language editing, proofreading, copy editing, editorial consulting, research, writing, translation and manuscript evaluation services for a wide range of clients.
Communications Officer at Sun Youth (Jeunesse au Soleil)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Developed communications materials, including press releases and promotional content; supported fundraising efforts and awareness campaigns; collaborated on outreach and community engagement initiatives.
Book Editor at Les éditions Québec Amérique
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Guided authors through publishing process; substantive editing, copy editing and proofreading; coordinated graphic design and page layout; reviewed final proofs. Selected titles include Montréal 360 —L’histoire vue du ciel/History from above; Vivre enfin !; Faire ses recherches.
Book Editor at Les éditions Cardinal
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Guided authors through publishing process; editing and proofreading; coordinated design; reviewed proofs.
Editor at Spectra Group
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Produced a wide range of editorial and promotional content, including Festival International de Jazz de Montréal catalogues and Francos de Montréal press releases.
Advertising Copywriter at Taxi Montreal Agency
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Copywriting, concept development, brand development, pitch presentations, and directing voice actors during commercial recording sessions (Mini Cooper, Bombardier accounts, etc.).
Publishing Project Manager at Chenelière Éducation
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Managed entire textbook publishing projects for the Francophone sector outside Quebec; collaborated with educational consultants; ensured compliance with ministry guidelines and curriculum requirements; created complex schedules; supervised freelance teams and ensured quality control; drafted, edited and proofread content; reviewed final proofs.
Publishing Project Manager at Modulo Group
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Managed publishing projects; coordinated with consultants and freelance teams; ensured quality and timely delivery.
Language Teacher at Cégep de Rosemont (Cégep@distance)
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2007
Taught French and English to college and university students; prepared students for DELF/DALF and TOEFL examinations; assessed performance; developed teaching materials and course plans.
Language Teacher at Ministry of Education of Japan/Hiroshima City Hall, Funairi High School
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Taught language courses in international settings.
Language Teacher at Institut français de Prague, Embassy of France in the Czech Republic
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Teaching language courses in Prague.
Language Teacher at Czech University of Life Sciences Prague
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Taught French and English; first period 1998-1999; second period 2001-2002.
Language Teacher at Czech University of Life Sciences Prague
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Second period 2001-2002.
Art Consultant at Galerie De Bellefeuille Westmount
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
Art consultancy services for gallery operations.
Sales Associate at Société des Alcools du Québec
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2003
Sales associate in retail environment.
Owner at Thelonious Punk
January 1, 2006 - Present
Boutique recording studio specializing in vintage instruments; owner.
Musician at Naši pěvci, Les Séquelles, Chacun pour soi, Les Breastfeeders
January 1, 2005 - Present
Musician; performed with multiple groups.
Illustrator and Poster Designer at magazines and concert posters
January 1, 1990 - Present
Illustrator and poster designer for magazines and concert posters.
Radio Host and Producer at CKUT 90.3
January 1, 2017 - Present
Radio host and producer for multiple programs.
Radio Host and Producer at Chaud pour le Mont -Stone
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Radio program involvement.
Columnist at Radio-Canada, Macadam tribus
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Researcher at Radio-Canada, C’est bien meilleur le matin
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Crisis Intervention Worker at Sun Youth
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Volunteer crisis intervention; provided direct support during emergency and community response initiatives.
Crisis Line Volunteer at Suicide Action Montreal
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997
Crisis support and referrals to callers in emotional distress.
Voice Actor at Mercor.io Corporation
January 1, 2026 - Present
Perform and record expressive Canadian French voice material for AI speech research projects; interpret diverse scripts with natural, accent-neutral delivery; maintain consistent vocal performance and broadcast-quality audio standards to support the training and evaluation of advanced text-to-speech systems.
Senior Language Consultant at Agency Nicolas Therrien – Writing, Editorial and Language Services
January 1, 2000 - Present
Provide freelance language editing, proofreading, copy editing, editorial consulting, research, writing, translation and manuscript evaluation services for a wide range of clients.
Language editing, translation, writing and localization at Toromont
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Performed language editing, translation, writing and localization; conducted quality control; supervised translation teams and managed workload allocation and workflows for major client accounts, including Apple, Nissan and Tangerine Bank.
Language editing, translation, writing and localization at BleuBlancRouge
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Performed language editing, translation, writing and localization; conducted quality control; supervised translation teams and managed workload allocation and workflows for major client accounts, including Apple, Nissan and Tangerine Bank.
Language editing, translation, writing and localization at ZIP Communication
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Performed language editing, translation, writing and localization; conducted quality control; supervised translation teams and managed workload allocation and workflows for major client accounts, including Apple, Nissan and Tangerine Bank.
Language Teacher or Tutor at Cégep de Rosemont (Cégep@distance)
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2007
Taught French and English to college and university students in Canada, Japan and the Czech Republic; prepared students for DELF/DALF and TOEFL examinations; assessed oral and written performance using institutional evaluation frameworks; developed teaching materials and course plans tailored to varying proficiency levels; graded assignments and examinations; participated in extracurricular and professional development activities.
Language Teacher or Tutor at JET Programme
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Taught French and English to college and university students in Canada, Japan and the Czech Republic; prepared students for DELF/DALF and TOEFL examinations; assessed oral and written performance using institutional evaluation frameworks; developed teaching materials and course plans tailored to varying proficiency levels; graded assignments and examinations; participated in extracurricular and professional development activities.
Language Teacher or Tutor at Institut français de Prague
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Taught French and English to college and university students in Canada, Japan and the Czech Republic; prepared students for DELF/DALF and TOEFL examinations; assessed oral and written performance using institutional evaluation frameworks; developed teaching materials and course plans tailored to varying proficiency levels; graded assignments and examinations; participated in extracurricular and professional development activities.
Language Teacher or Tutor at Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2002
Taught French and English to college and university students in Canada, Japan and the Czech Republic; prepared students for DELF/DALF and TOEFL examinations; assessed oral and written performance using institutional evaluation frameworks; developed teaching materials and course plans tailored to varying proficiency levels; graded assignments and examinations; participated in extracurricular and professional development activities.
Musician at Naši pěvci; Les Séquelles; Chacun pour soi; Les Breastfeeders
January 1, 2005 - Present
Performer as musician with multiple bands, ongoing since 2005.
Illustrator and Poster Designer at Various magazines and concert posters
January 1, 1990 - Present
Illustration and poster design for magazines and concert posters.
Radio Host and Producer at CKUT 90.3; Chaud pour le Mont -Stone
January 1, 2017 - Present
Radio hosting and production work.
Radio Host and Producer at CISM 89,3
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Radio hosting and production work.
Radio Host and Producer at Radio-Canada
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Radio hosting and production work.
Columnist at Radio-Canada
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Macadam tribus column
Researcher at Radio-Canada
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
C’est bien meilleur le matin research
Advertising Copywriter at TAXI Montréal Agency
January 1, 2012 - Present
Developed copy and concepts, contributed to brand development and pitch presentations, and directed voice actors during commercial recording sessions for major client accounts, including Mini Cooper and Bombardier.
Advertising Copywriter at TAXI Montréal Agency
January 1, 2023 - Present
Developed copy and concepts, contributed to brand development and pitch presentations, and directed voice actors during commercial recording sessions for major client accounts, including Mini Cooper and Bombardier.
Language Teacher at JET Programme (Hiroshima, Japan)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Taught French and English to exchange program participants; prepared students for DELF/DALF and TOEFL; developed teaching materials and course plans; assessed performance.
Language Teacher at Institut français de Prague
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Taught French and English; prepared students for DELF/DALF and TOEFL; developed teaching materials.
Musician at Various bands (Naši pěvci, Les Séquelles, Chacun pour soi, Les Breastfeeders)
January 1, 2005 - Present
Performed as a musician with multiple ensembles.
Illustrator at Freelance / Magazine & Concert Posters
January 1, 1990 - Present
Illustrator and poster designer for magazines and concert posters.
Radio Host / Researcher at Radio-Canada
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004
Various roles including Les mordus du micro (2001-2002) and C’est bien meilleur le matin (2004).

Education

Graduate Diploma in Communications at Concordia University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
B.A. in Literary Studies at UQAM/McGill University
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Diploma of Collegial Studies in Social Sciences at Cégep Édouard-Montpetit
September 15, 1993 - April 15, 1994
Coursework towards a Microprogram in Publishing at Université de Sherbrooke
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Coursework towards a B.A. in Language Didactics at Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
January 1, 2005 - March 23, 2005

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other, Non-Profit Organization