I am an experienced actor and teacher based in Prague, Czech Republic. With a background in drama studies from the University of Newcastle in Australia, I have developed a diverse career spanning theatre, education, and tourism. I have worked extensively in theatre productions, taught English as a second language to various age groups, and conducted workshops in theatre and drama. My skills also extend to writing, copywriting, and proofreading for companies and individuals. Currently, I work as an actor and teacher, as well as a freelancer guiding English language tours in Prague and surrounding areas. I have a strong passion for drama in wellbeing, comedy for educators, and sustainable travel, and I am committed to creating meaningful educational and cultural experiences. I strive to maintain a positive and proactive approach in all my endeavors, continuously improving my language skills and contributing creatively to each project I undertake.

BcA. Kathryn Hume

I am an experienced actor and teacher based in Prague, Czech Republic. With a background in drama studies from the University of Newcastle in Australia, I have developed a diverse career spanning theatre, education, and tourism. I have worked extensively in theatre productions, taught English as a second language to various age groups, and conducted workshops in theatre and drama. My skills also extend to writing, copywriting, and proofreading for companies and individuals. Currently, I work as an actor and teacher, as well as a freelancer guiding English language tours in Prague and surrounding areas. I have a strong passion for drama in wellbeing, comedy for educators, and sustainable travel, and I am committed to creating meaningful educational and cultural experiences. I strive to maintain a positive and proactive approach in all my endeavors, continuously improving my language skills and contributing creatively to each project I undertake.

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I am an experienced actor and teacher based in Prague, Czech Republic. With a background in drama studies from the University of Newcastle in Australia, I have developed a diverse career spanning theatre, education, and tourism. I have worked extensively in theatre productions, taught English as a second language to various age groups, and conducted workshops in theatre and drama. My skills also extend to writing, copywriting, and proofreading for companies and individuals.

Currently, I work as an actor and teacher, as well as a freelancer guiding English language tours in Prague and surrounding areas. I have a strong passion for drama in wellbeing, comedy for educators, and sustainable travel, and I am committed to creating meaningful educational and cultural experiences. I strive to maintain a positive and proactive approach in all my endeavors, continuously improving my language skills and contributing creatively to each project I undertake.

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Language

English
Fluent
Czech
Intermediate

Work Experience

Actor / Teacher at The Bear Educational Theatre, Prague, Czech Republic
January 1, 2007 - Present
Performing as an actor and teaching drama since 2007, contributing to educational programs and theatre productions.
Tour Guide at Freelancer, Prague, Czech Republic
January 1, 2010 - Present
Providing English language guided tours of Prague, Kutna Hora and Terezin, creating engaging cultural and historical experiences for visitors.
Business Partner & Destination Director at CAS Trips Prague s.r.o.
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Responsible for recruitment and training, managing contracts and bonuses, planning and overseeing trips, developing program activities, establishing partnerships, managing client relationships, representing the company at conferences, school visits and workshops, managing trip leaders, and social media marketing.
Native English Language Teacher at Freelancer, Prague, Czech Republic
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Teaching English as a Second Language to private students aged 3-18 and directing theatre productions.
Proofreader at On Request
January 1, 2020 - Present
Providing proofreading services for various clients on request.
Writer, Copywriter, Proofreader at On Request
January 1, 2020 - Present
Writing, copywriting, and proofreading for companies and individuals as requested.
Native English Language Teacher at Kindergarten Budějovická, Prague, Czech Republic
December 31, 2010 - August 7, 2025
Teaching English as a native language teacher at kindergarten level.
Actor at Chaplin's Pantomimes, London, UK
December 31, 2009 - August 7, 2025
Acting in pantomime theatre productions.
Contributing Writer at Provokátor Magazine, Prague, Czech Republic
December 31, 2008 - August 7, 2025
Writing articles specializing in film for a monthly publication.
Project Executive, Strategy, Programmes & Planning at Bank of Scotland (Ireland), Dublin, Ireland
December 31, 2007 - August 7, 2025
Collation and consolidation of project reports for senior management, monitoring and guidance for project teams in risk, issue and dependency management, delivery of project management training, managing intranet redesign and relaunch, planning and development of communications/PR activities, and assistance in development of company Retail Business Plan.
Public Affairs Assistant at NIB Health Funds, Newcastle, Australia
December 31, 2005 - August 7, 2025
Writing and editing media releases, advertorials, reports and website content; media liaison and monitoring; sponsorship assessment; drafting speech notes and key messages for executive management; event management including record-setting publicity events.
International Travel Consultant at Flight Centre Ltd, Newcastle, Australia
December 31, 2003 - August 7, 2025
Consulting on international travel arrangements and bookings.
Actor (Touring) at Freewheels Theatre Company, Newcastle, Australia
December 31, 2002 - August 7, 2025
Touring as an actor performing in various theatre productions.
Operational Training Representative, Qantas Airways at Impulse Airlines / Tele Tech (Qantas Airways), Newcastle, Australia
December 31, 2001 - August 7, 2025
Facilitating training courses for new staff on Qantas Frequent Flyer program, and acting as elected President of the Employment Satisfaction Team.
Production Assistant at Centre Screen, Newcastle, Australia
December 31, 2001 - August 7, 2025
Organized and presented seminars for film study introduction, designed course structure and materials, organized company events, assisted writers with script development and funding submissions.
Sales Assistant at Video Ezy Cardiff, Newcastle, Australia
December 31, 2001 - August 7, 2025
Handled sales tasks at a video retail store.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Film Studies / Drama) at University of Newcastle, Australia
January 1, 1999 - August 7, 2025

Qualifications

Drama for Wellbeing
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Comedy for Educators
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Travelife Sustainability Management & Staff Management Certificates
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Czech Language B1 (intensive course and self-study)
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2023
Travelife Sustainability Management Certificate
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Travelife Staff Management Certificate
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Drama for Wellbeing
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Comedy for Educators
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Czech Language B1 (intensive course and self-study)
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2023
Doctoral Thesis Proofreader
January 1, 2020 - August 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services