I am a historian and museologist with a strong specialization in digitisation, translation, and AI training. I have extensive experience working professionally with English–Danish translation, machine-assisted workflows, and linguistic data preparation for AI systems. My broader career spans international roles in cultural heritage, digital project management, and public engagement, with a particular focus on innovative museological methods and educational outreach. I have worked across cultural institutions in Denmark, Norway, and Scotland, leading impactful projects that combine historical insight with modern digital solutions.…

Janus Tobias Saito-Madsen

I am a historian and museologist with a strong specialization in digitisation, translation, and AI training. I have extensive experience working professionally with English–Danish translation, machine-assisted workflows, and linguistic data preparation for AI systems. My broader career spans international roles in cultural heritage, digital project management, and public engagement, with a particular focus on innovative museological methods and educational outreach. I have worked across cultural institutions in Denmark, Norway, and Scotland, leading impactful projects that combine historical insight with modern digital solutions.…

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I am a historian and museologist with a strong specialization in digitisation, translation, and AI training. I have extensive experience working professionally with English–Danish translation, machine-assisted workflows, and linguistic data preparation for AI systems. My broader career spans international roles in cultural heritage, digital project management, and public engagement, with a particular focus on innovative museological methods and educational outreach. I have worked across cultural institutions in Denmark, Norway, and Scotland, leading impactful projects that combine historical insight with modern digital solutions.

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Language

Danish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Swedish
Fluent
Norwegian
Fluent
German
Beginner
French
Beginner
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Writer & Independent Publisher at Self-employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Author and publisher of the historical fiction series The Blood and the Crown, focusing on Scandinavian and North Sea medieval history. Responsible for research, writing, translation, editing, design, and international publication.
Project Officer at The National Trust for Scotland
August 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Led digitisation and archival projects, editorial work on heritage publications, and coordinated volunteers and community outreach.
Unit Coordinator / Secretary at Ministry of Environment and Food of Denmark
June 1, 2019 - May 31, 2021
Coordinated administrative and internal management tasks, supervised trainees, managed fund allocation for forestry programmes, organised events and conferences.
GIS Case Worker at Ministry of Environment and Food of Denmark
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019
Responsible for digital mapping and case management under the Agricultural Agency, contributed to the digitisation of geospatial data and registry systems.
Independent Researcher at Nordic Council of Ministers / Nordic Council
June 1, 2016 - May 31, 2018
Conducted a funded research project on digitisation of minor heritage institutions, developed digital strategies and published a scientific report.
Digitisation Project Assistant at The National Trust for Scotland
May 1, 2015 - May 31, 2016
Managed database digitisation and cataloguing of collections, oversaw social media and volunteer coordination.
Technical Advisor at PTW International
October 1, 2013 - May 31, 2015
Tested educational and gaming software and provided technical consultancy and documentation support.
Museum Curator at Kristiansand Museum
May 1, 2011 - July 31, 2013
Led the implementation of digital strategies and scanning projects, produced digital exhibitions, and conducted historical research for exhibitions.
Research and Exhibition Assistant at Jamtli Museum
May 1, 2010 - May 31, 2011
Conducted research for exhibitions and visitor analytics.
Government Official at Ministry of Culture, Denmark
September 1, 2007 - April 30, 2010
Managed transition from analogue to digital archives and coordinated public events.
Government Official at Danish Polar Center
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2007
Supported scientific projects and digital archive work.
Tutor at University of Copenhagen
September 1, 2006 - January 31, 2007
Provided academic mentoring and career guidance for new students.
Museum Assistant / Guide at Kronborg Castle
July 1, 1999 - August 31, 2005
Assisted with administration, object handling, and guided tours.

Education

MSc, Museum Studies at The University of Glasgow
September 1, 2013 - September 1, 2014
MA, History (Research) at University of Agder (UiA), Norway
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012
BA, History and Eskimology (Arctic Anthropology) at University of Copenhagen
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Government, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization