Daniela O'Sullivan

I am a qualified linguist, native German speaker, and highly experienced academic editor and translator. Operating 100% remotely from Ireland, I specialize in the tech-driven editing of academic literature using modern XML-first environments and AI-assisted tools. My work combines profound cultural, linguistic and pedagogical expertise with a strong eye for technical precision in the fields of psychology, education, medicine, and regulatory compliance.

Freelance Translator, Academic Copy Editor & AI Specialist at DOS Translations (2014-06 – Present)

Fully transitioned to a 100% remote workflow in 2025, focusing on tech-driven publishing production and international media localisation.

• Deanta Global: Execute high-level copy editing and structural proofreading for academic books via the cloud-based XML platform Lanstad ProEditor (Taylor & Francis / Bloomsbury: Apply AI-assisted text optimization, domain-specific terminology checks, and citation audits for scientific monographs).
• GoAudio: Deliver precise editing of newscast productions, subtitles, and localised audio scripts under tight daily deadlines.
• Shamrock Translations: Provide expert translation and localisation services (EN–DE, ES–DE) for the medical, corporate, and educational sectors.

Substitute Teacher at Kerry ETB (2024-05 – 2025-06)

Provided curriculum instruction and classroom management across various second-level institutions in Co. Kerry, Ireland.

Teacher for English & Spanish at Schulwerk Augsburg (2016-11 – 2024-07)

Designed linguistic curricula and managed official state examination preparations. (Maternity/Parental leave: 2019–2024).

Teaching Assistant at Montessori School (2023-10 – 2024-04)

Supported pedagogical execution and student inclusion inside an integrated primary school environment in Dinkelscherben.

Office Assistant at MOS GbR (2015-10 – 2019-12)

Managed general office operations, digital documentation, and administrative support pipelines.

M.A. & Education in Linguistics, English/Romance Philology, Psychology, Pedagogy – University of Augsburg (2008 – 2014)

Leaving Certificate / Abitur – Gymnasium Maria Stern (2008)