Hi everyone! I’m Cecily and I’m joining the Web-Translations team as a Project Coordinator.
I have an MA in Specialised Translation from the University of Bologna, Italy, that I completed in 2021.
My journey into languages began after moving to a small village in Northern France when I was 11. Thanks to the welcome of the village and mentorship of my teachers, I became immersed in village life. This gave me an early insight into the value of languages. Despite having been there for only a few months before returning to the UK, the experience was formative. It showed me how learning a language can offer connection, unlock cultures, and broaden your outlook. This triggered an enthusiasm for languages in secondary school, and led me to pursue French and Italian at university.
A highlight of studying languages at university was the opportunity to study the cultures. For example, I learnt about institutions, sporting heroes, and historical events, through the lenses of both literature and cinema. Later, I also took part in study programmes in the Czech Republic and in China, meeting new people and visiting various sites of importance.
The third year of my BA studying abroad was spent as part of the Erasmus+ scheme. I spent my first semester in Réunion Island, learning about the traditions and landscape of the island. This included taking music classes, scuba diving, and spending time hiking the cirques. For my second semester, I studied in Sicily, while also being able to learn more about the rich history and heritage of the island.
When studying in Italy for my MA, I developed a passion for film, taking optional courses in cinema. At this time I also did an internship in subtitling at the Cinema Ritrovato Film Festival in Bologna, helping to make films accessible to international visitors.
Now in my new role as Project Coordinator, I look forward to helping spread ideas and projects across borders!
Outside of work, I love walking and spending time in nature, and have just started out as a volunteer gardener.
Interested in learning more about our team members? Read more Meet the Team blogs here!
13 February 2026 10:38