Hi, I’m Craig McCavanagh, a freelance translator, interpreter and voice-over artist based in Barcelona. I collaborate with companies to translate from Spanish and Catalan into English across documents, subtitles, publicity, marketing, IT, technical content, HR & OHS, manuals, websites, apps, blogs, and social networks, in addition to providing English language training. I also handle simultaneous translation and public relations for events, meetings, and conventions, drawing on experience with diverse cultures around the world. My background also includes TEFL teaching and IT training management. I’ve led IT training programs at Davis Langdon & Everest and Kent Institute of Art & Design, and I’m fluent in English (native), Spanish (bilingual), and Catalan (advanced). I’m open to new projects and can share references via LinkedIn.…

Craig McCavanagh

Hi, I’m Craig McCavanagh, a freelance translator, interpreter and voice-over artist based in Barcelona. I collaborate with companies to translate from Spanish and Catalan into English across documents, subtitles, publicity, marketing, IT, technical content, HR & OHS, manuals, websites, apps, blogs, and social networks, in addition to providing English language training. I also handle simultaneous translation and public relations for events, meetings, and conventions, drawing on experience with diverse cultures around the world. My background also includes TEFL teaching and IT training management. I’ve led IT training programs at Davis Langdon & Everest and Kent Institute of Art & Design, and I’m fluent in English (native), Spanish (bilingual), and Catalan (advanced). I’m open to new projects and can share references via LinkedIn.…

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Hi, I’m Craig McCavanagh, a freelance translator, interpreter and voice-over artist based in Barcelona. I collaborate with companies to translate from Spanish and Catalan into English across documents, subtitles, publicity, marketing, IT, technical content, HR & OHS, manuals, websites, apps, blogs, and social networks, in addition to providing English language training. I also handle simultaneous translation and public relations for events, meetings, and conventions, drawing on experience with diverse cultures around the world.

My background also includes TEFL teaching and IT training management. I’ve led IT training programs at Davis Langdon & Everest and Kent Institute of Art & Design, and I’m fluent in English (native), Spanish (bilingual), and Catalan (advanced). I’m open to new projects and can share references via LinkedIn.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Catalan; Valencian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Translator/Interpreter/Voice-over Artist, Linguist, and Trainer at Self-employed, Barcelona
January 1, 2005 - Present
Self-employed translator/interpreter and voice-over artist; translate from Spanish and Catalan to English across documents, subtitles, publicity, marketing, IT, technical, HR & OHS, manuals, websites, apps, blogs, social networks; English language training. Simultaneous translation and public relations for events and meetings.
Freelance Translator/Interpreter/Voice-over Artist, Linguist, and Trainer at Self-employed / Barcelona
January 1, 2005 - Present
Self-employed translator and interpreter specializing in Spanish and Catalan to English translations across documents, subtitles, publicity, marketing, IT, HR & OHS; voice-overs and English language training; simultaneous translation and public relations for events; collaborates with clients worldwide.
Teacher (TEFL) at International House, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England
July 1, 2003 - December 1, 2004
Provided Business English and General English classes up to 30 hours per week; taught one-to-one and in classes of up to 16; prepared Cambridge exam classes including those leading to Cambridge Business English Certificates; responsibility for school IT systems.
National IT Training Manager at Davis Langdon & Everest, Holborn, London
April 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Supervision and testing of software prior to installation; training for staff at national level; competency-based assessment of company staff.
National IT Training Manager at Davis Langdon & Everest
April 1, 2001 - January 31, 2003
Supervised and tested software applications prior to installation; trained staff nationwide; conducted competence-based assessments; understood functions across business areas.
IT Manager and Trainer at Kent Institute of Art & Design, Kent
November 1, 1997 - April 1, 2001
Management of IT department; installation, maintenance, security of IT and telephony systems; design and delivery of IT training for institute staff; public relations with students and staff.
IT Manager and Trainer at Kent Institute of Art & Design
November 1, 1997 - April 1, 2001
Ensured smooth IT department operations; line management; installation, maintenance, administration and security of IT and telephony systems; designed, delivered, revised and evaluated IT training for academic and support staff; public relations with students and staff.
Teacher at Woolwich College, Plumstead, London
September 1, 1996 - November 1, 1997
Teaching English, IT, Numeracy and Core Skills to diverse learner groups including ESOL.
Immunisation Co-ordinator at Greenwich Healthcare, London
October 1, 1991 - September 1, 1996
Co-ordinated the childhood immunisation program; co-ordinated health professionals; administration and office management for 40+ staff; statistics and computer systems.

Education

Member of the Chartered Institute of Linguistics (Spanish -> English) at Chartered Institute of Linguistics London
January 1, 2017 - December 16, 2025
Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) at International House, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England
July 1, 2003 - July 1, 2003
Certificate in Spanish – Advanced Level at EF International Language School, Barcelona
January 1, 2003 - May 1, 2003
European Computer Driving License at Oxford University
October 1, 2000 - October 1, 2000
PGCE Teaching Diploma 7307 at Woolwich College, London
September 1, 1996 - September 1, 1997
LOCF’s in Word, Excel, Internet, Multimedia and Windows 95 at Woolwich College
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Diploma in Sound Engineering and Music Technology at IMW, Old Street, London
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
BA (Hons) Sociology at University of Greenwich, London
September 1, 1988 - July 1, 1992
O' Levels at Woodham Comprehensive School
September 1, 1980 - July 1, 1987
A Levels at Woodham Comprehensive School
September 1, 1980 - July 1, 1987
Member of the Chartered Institute of Linguistics at London
January 1, 2017 - December 16, 2025
Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) at International House, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England
July 1, 2003 - July 1, 2003
Certificate in Spanish – Advanced Level at EF International Language School, Barcelona
January 1, 2003 - May 1, 2003
PGCE Teaching Diploma 7307 at Woolwich College, London
September 1, 1996 - September 1, 1997
Diploma in Sound Engineering and Music Technology at IMW, Old Street, London
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
BA (Hons) Sociology at Greenwich University, London
September 1, 1988 - July 1, 1992
O' Levels and A Levels at Woodham Comprehensive School, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, England
September 1, 1980 - July 1, 1987

Qualifications

Member of the Chartered Institute of Linguistics London (Spanish -> English)
January 1, 2017 - December 16, 2025
Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)
July 1, 2003 - July 1, 2003
Certificate in Spanish – Advanced Level
January 1, 2003 - May 1, 2003
European Computer Driving License
October 1, 2000 - October 1, 2000
PGCE Teaching Diploma 7307
September 1, 1996 - September 1, 1997
LOCF’s in Word, Excel, Internet, Multimedia and Windows 95
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Diploma in Sound Engineering and Music Technology
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
BA (Hons) Sociology
September 1, 1988 - July 1, 1992
O' Levels
September 1, 1980 - July 1, 1987
A Levels
September 1, 1980 - July 1, 1987
European Computer Driving Licence
October 1, 2000 - December 16, 2025
Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)
July 1, 2003 - December 16, 2025
European Computer Driving Licence
October 1, 2000 - December 16, 2025
PGCE Teaching Diploma 7307
September 1, 1996 - September 1, 1997
Member of the Chartered Institute of Linguistics London
January 1, 2017 - December 16, 2025
Diploma in Sound Engineering and Music Technology
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other
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    My voice-over work on this amazing project

    MAURITIUS 2025: 'A Vision for High-Income Africa' (Full Documentary)

    It’s a privilege to be the voice-over artist for another incredible documentary by Strategic Investment Media.