I am Atereano Mateariki, a creative storyteller and bilingual journalist fluent in te reo Māori. I develop multimedia content and narratives that connect diverse audiences, researching, writing, and producing engaging experiences across text, imagery, and digital platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, working to ensure authentic representation and inclusive narratives. My experience spans live radio, podcasting, and digital storytelling, always with a commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

Atereano Mateariki

I am Atereano Mateariki, a creative storyteller and bilingual journalist fluent in te reo Māori. I develop multimedia content and narratives that connect diverse audiences, researching, writing, and producing engaging experiences across text, imagery, and digital platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, working to ensure authentic representation and inclusive narratives. My experience spans live radio, podcasting, and digital storytelling, always with a commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

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I am Atereano Mateariki, a creative storyteller and bilingual journalist fluent in te reo Māori. I develop multimedia content and narratives that connect diverse audiences, researching, writing, and producing engaging experiences across text, imagery, and digital platforms.

I thrive in collaborative environments, working to ensure authentic representation and inclusive narratives. My experience spans live radio, podcasting, and digital storytelling, always with a commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Māori
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Journalist & Content Producer at Radio Waatea
May 1, 2023 - November 28, 2025
Researched and developed stories on science, technology, and kaupapa Māori for digital and broadcast audiences. Produced multimedia content including video, audio, and social media assets to engage diverse communities. Collaborated with cultural experts and stakeholders to ensure authentic representation and inclusive narratives.
Producer & On-Air Announcer at 95bFM
April 1, 2014 - November 1, 2016
Created and delivered current affairs content, translating complex topics into accessible formats for varied audiences. Coordinated interviews and developed scripts that balanced creativity with clarity.
Data Technician at Stats NZ
February 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Produced culturally responsive data from the Census 2023.
Kaiāwhina at Ngāti Hine Health Trust
June 1, 2020 - September 30, 2022
Supported whānau with full-time elderly care.

Education

Bachelor of Māori Development: Māori Media at Auckland University of Technology
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

AUT Internz International Internship Scholarship – Paramount Recording Studios, LA
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
McDonald’s Te Tai Tokerau Scholarship – NZD $20,000
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education