Giulia Puppo

Giulia Puppo

English Language Tutor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Localization Project Manager - Subtitling presso ZOO Digital Group plc

  • Education

    • The University of Sheffield

      2015 - 2016
      Master's degree Screen Translation Distinction

      The MA covered the theory and practice of translation for audiovisual media such as films and TV series, providing the technical knowledge and skills required to work in this specialised area.Main subjects: Italian/English translation, Theory and Practice of Subtitling, International Project Management, Language in Context, Film Translation of Literary Classics.IT skills gained: proficient use of subtitling software (WinCaps), excellent use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and… Show more The MA covered the theory and practice of translation for audiovisual media such as films and TV series, providing the technical knowledge and skills required to work in this specialised area.Main subjects: Italian/English translation, Theory and Practice of Subtitling, International Project Management, Language in Context, Film Translation of Literary Classics.IT skills gained: proficient use of subtitling software (WinCaps), excellent use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Prezi.Completion of a subtitling project (250 subtitles) from English into Italian.13,000 words dissertation “An Investigation into Domestication as an Adaptive Strategy with Particular Reference to Il Capitale Umano” . Show less

    • Università degli Studi di Genova

      2011 - 2014
      Bachelor's degree Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 110/110 con lode

      Activities and Societies: As a Student Representative in the School Council for two years, I have worked alongside professors to revise and edit important Faculty documents, actively taking part in meetings and thus gaining significant verbal communication and teamwork skills - Graduated with honours.- Main subjects: Italian/English translation and interpreting; Italian/German translation and interpreting; Italian, English and German linguistics; Italian, Angloamerican and German literatures; Theories and History of Translation; Human Geography; Political Economy.- Completion of a final dissertation with the title "Analysis and Translation of the Movie Script 'Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son about His Father'"

  • Experience

    • Self Employed

      Sept 2011 - Sept 2015
      English Language Tutor

      - Teaching private English lessons to Italian middle and high school students.- Helping students consolidate their grammar and conversational skills.- Assisting students in doing their homework.- Improving students’ knowledge in British literature- Enhancing to advanced level the linguistic skills of the more proficient students.- Designing specific teaching methods for students with special needs.- Motivating students by acting as a leading figure.

    • Università degli Studi di Genova

      Dec 2014 - May 2015
      German Language Teacher

      - Teaching a 40 hours German course for beginners at the University of the Third Age in Genova, Italy.- Introducing the basic rules of German grammar.- Providing the basis of conversational German.- Assessing written work and oral presentations.

    • Chinese Fireworks Co.

      Oct 2016 - Oct 2016
      Temporary Sales Assistant

      - Welcoming and assisting customers.- Processing customer orders.- Processing card payments.- Promoting the shop’s best-selling products.- Assisting the employer in payroll management.- Keeping the venue clean and tidy.

    • Language Empire

      Apr 2017 - now
      Interprete freelance

      - Undertaking a variety of Telephone Interpreting assignments, including Emergency Services (999 calls), Custody suites, Bail hearings, Criminal proceedings, Detentions, Courts, Local authorities, NHS.- Quickly and accurately conveying spoken messages in real-time, including technical, medical, legal, or general conversations.- Adhering to strict confidentiality and privacy protocols, safeguarding sensitive information and respecting the interpreter's code of ethics.

    • Sheffield Doc/Fest

      Jun 2017 - Jun 2017
      Delegate Centre Volunteer

      I worked as a Delegate Centre volunteer for Sheffield Doc/Fest: Sheffield International Documentary Festival, running from 9-14 June 2017.- Meeting and greeting international guests arriving at the Delegate Centre.- Registering delegates, providing them with their delegate pass, festival bag and festival catalogue.- Providing information about the festival schedule, venues, and events.- Providing assistance and information to delegates with special needs or accessibility issues.- Staying informed about any last-minute schedule changes or important announcements and relaying this information to delegates.- Maintaining an clean and organized delegate centre, ensuring it is well-stocked with festival material. Show less

    • ZOO Digital Group plc

      Jun 2017 - now

      Project Management: Successfully overseeing the entire lifecycle of localization projects, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.Risk Mitigation: Identifying and proactively addressing potential project risks, adapting strategies to minimize disruptions and maintain project timelines.Resource Allocation: Efficiently managing resources and timelines to meet project objectives, allocating tasks to most suitable linguists for the specific requirements of each project.Stakeholder Communication: Facilitating clear and effective communication among teams, including PMs, linguists, technical operators.Quality Assurance: Implementing rigorous quality control processes to ensure accurate and culturally relevant translations; collecting, providing, and keeping track of feedback.Vendor Management: Collaborating with freelancers and vendors to optimize workflows and deliverables.Employees Training: Working closely with the Localization Manager to provide training and assistance to newer members of the team. Show less

      • Senior Localization Project Manager

        Sept 2021 - now
      • Localization Project Manager

        Jun 2017 - Sept 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • IELTS

      Cambridge English Language Assessment