I'm a detail-driven production manager with more than 15 years' experience in digital audio, leading high-output audio teams to deliver accurate, entertaining and creative content. I specialise in turning concepts into podcasts, outside broadcasts and live events that engage audiences. I'm passionate about music and the arts, and curious about places where science intersects current affairs—from urbanism to healthcare and technology. I thrive on collaboration, mentorship and building commercially successful products.…

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I'm a detail-driven production manager with more than 15 years' experience in digital audio, leading high-output audio teams to deliver accurate, entertaining and creative content. I specialise in turning concepts into podcasts, outside broadcasts and live events that engage audiences. I'm passionate about music and the arts, and curious about places where science intersects current affairs—from urbanism to healthcare and technology. I thrive on collaboration, mentorship and building commercially successful products.…

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I’m a detail-driven production manager with more than 15 years’ experience in digital audio, leading high-output audio teams to deliver accurate, entertaining and creative content. I specialise in turning concepts into podcasts, outside broadcasts and live events that engage audiences.

I’m passionate about music and the arts, and curious about places where science intersects current affairs—from urbanism to healthcare and technology. I thrive on collaboration, mentorship and building commercially successful products.

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Skills

Experience Level

Audio
Expert
Mix
Expert
Podcast Production
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Deputy Head of Production at Monocle Radio
July 1, 2017 - Present
Podcast production, program inception, research, scripting, digital copywriting; podcast editing, creation of audio-rich packages; remote reporting, creating factual audio packages; recruitment and management of audio team producing over 20 hours of podcasts per week; scheduling and maintenance of a 24-hour radio studio; commercial audio scripting, editing and production; event planning, production, operation, overseeing audio-visual output and live production; sonic branding and delivering station rebrand projects; outside broadcast management.
Station Manager at Radio Control
December 1, 2012 - July 1, 2017
Strategic planning, budgeting, recruitment; funding applications, reporting to funding bodies; advertising sales, client management; music direction, playlisting, content production; event organisation and management; volunteer coordination, training and recruitment; social media promotion, management and reporting.
Co-Director at Great Job! Music Venue
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2016
Brand creation, strategic planning, design and promotion; budgeting, financial management, crowdfunding; artist liaison, booking, event planning; audio equipment setup and operation.
Convener at Creative Sounds
November 1, 2012 - September 1, 2016
Strategic planning, budgeting, recruitment, training; chairing monthly meetings; overseeing complaints procedures.
Events Coordinator at Creative Sounds
February 1, 2010 - November 1, 2012
Event coordination in-house and externally; technical support, music advice and guidance; studio recording, mixing, mastering, production; live audio mixing, lighting operation; customer service, office administration, accounting.

Education

NCEA Level Three with Merit at Palmerston North Boys High School
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
    paper The Urbanist

    Production and editing of a twice weekly podcast on urban innovation, cutting-edge infrastructure, and compact living with insights from planners, architects, and city leaders.

    My role included:
    Podcast production, research, scripting, digital copywriting
    Podcast editing, creation of audio rich packages
    Remote reporting, creating factual audio packages

    https://www.twine.net/signin