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I am James O’Regan, a multi-talented writer and producer with an extensive background in television, film, radio, stage, and advertising. Over the decades, I have worked on a variety of political satires, comedy series, documentaries, and theatrical productions. My expertise also extends to script editing, speech writing, and presentations. I have a passion for storytelling, particularly with a focus on liturgical themes and Canadian cultural content.
With numerous grants, awards, and memberships in professional guilds, I combine creativity with professionalism in all my projects. Whether writing for CBC television or creating audio-visual museum scripts, I strive to engage and entertain audiences while supporting educational and cultural initiatives.
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Work Experience
Writer at CBC-TV
December 31, 1994 - August 1, 2025Wrote political satire for What's New, developed half-hour network comedy and worked on various television projects including pilots, series outlines, and satire spots from 1982 to 1994.
Writer/Broadcaster at CBO Radio
December 31, 1992 - August 1, 2025Contributed as writer and broadcaster for morning programming, including regular humour commentary for The Food Show and radio dramas.
Script Editor at Ground Zero Productions
December 31, 1990 - August 1, 2025Edited scripts for various productions including Waves and The Fessenden Animation between 1983 and 1990.
Editor and Re-writer at Canadian Coast Guard - Laurentian Region
December 31, 2008 - August 1, 2025Edited and rewrote various technical conference papers and proposals related to ice measurement and environmental prediction systems from 1996 to 2008.
Host and Speaker at SuzukiMusic
December 31, 2007 - August 1, 2025Provided host speech notes and presentations for SuzukiMusic groups concerts and events from 1998 to 2007.
Writer at CBC-TV
December 31, 1994 - August 1, 2025Created political satire content for CBC television including the show What's New (1982-1983) and developed comedy series and pilots. Contributed story outlines and treatments for documentaries and regular satire news spots.
Concept & Head-Writer at Edsville, A Really Big Production Inc.
December 31, 1991 - August 1, 2025Led concept development and head writing for the television series Edsville, which involved script creation and production oversight.
Script Editor / Dramaturge at Ground Zero Productions
December 31, 1990 - August 1, 2025Edited scripts for various productions including Waves and The Fessenden Animation, providing dramaturgical support to ensure narrative coherence and production readiness.
Writer/Broadcaster at CBC Radio and CBO Radio
December 31, 1992 - August 1, 2025Provided writing and broadcasting for radio programs such as CBO Morning and Information Morning, contributed comedy sketches and regular humour commentary.
Editor & Copywriter at Various Clients (including GDG Communications and SuzukiMusic)
December 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025Edited and rewrote texts, media releases, and conference papers. Managed advertising copy, print ads, and designs for communications projects across different clients.
Education
B.A. at Carleton University
January 1, 1974 - December 31, 1974B.Th. at St. Paul University
January 1, 1976 - December 31, 1976B.A. at University of Ottawa
January 1, 1976 - December 31, 1976M.A. at University of Ottawa
January 1, 1978 - December 31, 1978L.Th. at St. Paul University
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1985Ph.D. at University of Ottawa & Saint Paul University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Secondary school diploma at St. Pius X, Ottawa
January 1, 1966 - December 31, 1970High School Diploma at St. Pius X, Ottawa
January 1, 1966 - December 31, 1970B.A. at Carleton University
January 1, 1970 - December 31, 1974B.Th. at St. Paul University
January 1, 1974 - December 31, 1976B.A. (Th.) at University of Ottawa
January 1, 1974 - December 31, 1976M.A. (Th.) at University of Ottawa
January 1, 1976 - December 31, 1978L.Th. at St. Paul University
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1985Ph.D. at University of Ottawa & Saint Paul University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Qualifications
Volunteer of the Year Award, SuzukiMusic
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002Focus Award (Inaugural), Shooters, Canadian Society of Cinematographers
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Citation of Excellence in Creativity, Environment and Climate Change Canada
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016Certified in Automobile Law and Ethics
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005Volunteer of the year Award, SuzukiMusic
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002Focus Award (Inaugural), Shooters, Canadian Society of Cinematographers
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Citation of Excellence in Creativity, Environment and Climate Change Canada
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
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