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TG4 and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta today announced the appointment of Karina Feirt\u00e9ar<\/strong> as Head of ‘Oili\u00faint Ghairme sna Me\u00e1in’<\/strong>, which is a new training and development initiative for the Irish-language media sector. ‘Oili\u00faint Ghairme sna Me\u00e1in’ \u2013 The TG4 and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta Partnership<\/strong><\/u> TG4 and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta today announced the appointment of Karina Feirt\u00e9ar as Head of ‘Oili\u00faint Ghairme sna Me\u00e1in’, which is a new training and development initiative for the Irish-language media sector. The strategic partnership between TG4 and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta was launched last December. Under the partnership, both organisations will invest more […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":876,"featured_media":0,"parent":248746,"menu_order":33,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-templates\/template-pr.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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\nThe strategic partnership between TG4 and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta was launched last December. Under the partnership, both organisations will invest more than \u20ac1.2 million per year between now and the end of 2028 to support training and development across the independent production sector.
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\nAs the first Head of ‘Oili\u00faint Ghairme sna Me\u00e1in’<\/strong>, Karina Feirt\u00e9ar will lead the initiative and oversee its training and development programmes. Her vision for the role is to create a dedicated space that offers specialised training and clear career pathways for the Irish-language media sector, bringing key organisations together to develop talent and help secure a strong future for the industry.
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\nKarina Feirt\u00e9ar is a highly experienced leader in Irish-language media, having worked in the sector since 1998. She is currently Channel Manager of C\u00fala4, where she leads the channel\u2019s strategy, multi-platform presence, audience engagement and marketing. Launched in September 2023, C\u00fala4 is the first Irish-language television channel for young audiences and provides children aged 0\u201312 with a daily, entertaining and engaging connection to the Irish language.
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\nKarina has also held a number of senior roles at TG4, including Creative Manager, Non-Linear Production Manager and Youth Manager. She has a strong track record in change management, cross-functional delivery, and the development of high-performing creative and technical teams. She also has extensive experience in, and a deep commitment to, talent development both on screen and behind the camera.
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\nOriginally from Baile an Fheirt\u00e9araigh in Corca Dhuibhne, Karina now lives in Indreabh\u00e1n, Co. Galway. She is passionate about the sector and proud that her two children, aged 17 and 21, are also showing an interest in careers in the arts and media.
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\nDeirdre N\u00ed Choist\u00edn, Director General of TG4<\/strong>, said: \u201cEnabling creativity is at the heart of TG4\u2019s strategy, and the independent production sector is central to realising that vision. Our partnership with \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta gives us an opportunity to focus strategically and ambitiously on the growth and development of the Irish-language media sector, on professional training, and on building the skills needed for the future. I warmly congratulate Karina Feirt\u00e9ar on her appointment\u2019. She will lead the implementation of the sector\u2019s training and development strategy. With more than 27 years\u2019 experience in Irish-language media, and with deep expertise in talent development, change management, and the development of creative and technical teams, Karina will bring enormous value to this role. I wish her every success.\u201d<\/em>
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\nTom\u00e1s \u00d3 S\u00edoch\u00e1in, Chief Executive of \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta<\/strong>, said: \u201cFor decades, \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta has been at the heart of Irish-language media. This significant investment, will open real pathways for emerging Irish-language talent, equipping the next generation with the skills, platform, and confidence to shape the future of our media landscape. I welcome Karina Feirt\u00e9ar’s appointment to serve the Irish-language creative industry in this new role.”<\/em>
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\nAs part of this investment , worth more than \u20ac1.2 million per year<\/strong> between now and the end of 2028 strategic training and development programmes will be provided for individuals seeking to develop careers in media, as well as for companies producing creative content in the sector. The initiative will strengthen the skills, qualifications and competitiveness of participating companies.
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\nTG4 and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta first established a pilot Work Experience and Training Scheme in 2019, which ran until 2025. This new joint initiative builds on the experience and learning gained during that pilot scheme.
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\nThe pilot scheme supported Gaeltacht and Irish language companies, with the aim of nurturing new talent, developing skills, and providing practical work experience for people beginning their careers in the Irish language audiovisual and digital media sectors. Participants also achieved an academic qualification, accredited at Level 8, under the direction of Atlantic Technological University, ATU.
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\nThe new partnership has been developed following comprehensive research carried out by TG4 and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta in recent years. As part of that research, both organisations engaged with companies, entrepreneurs and state development agencies central to the development of the audiovisual sector. The findings showed a clear need for further investment in training and development across the Irish-language media sector and production companies, as well as improved coordination among all stakeholders operating in the sector.
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\nA key feature of the initiative will be the development of a dedicated training programme for Gaeltacht post-primary schools. The programme will aim to inform second level students about employment opportunities in the sector and help them understand the wide range of career paths available to them within the creative industries.
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