Experienced podcast narrator and audio journalist, covering genres such as radio news broadcasts, documentary narration, and poetry readings.

David Echevarria

Experienced podcast narrator and audio journalist, covering genres such as radio news broadcasts, documentary narration, and poetry readings.

Available to hire

Experienced podcast narrator and audio journalist, covering genres such as radio news broadcasts, documentary narration, and poetry readings.

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Journalist and Content Creator at Freelance
July 18, 2018 - Present
I’ve written articles, features, and bulletins for radio stations and online publications across the South West, the Midlands, and North Yorkshire. My work covers various topics, including mental health, LGBTQ+ identity, comedy, activism, and video game journalism. This includes reviews of indie and triple-A titles such as Maid of Sker and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. I’ve produced and presented bulletins and radio features for Ujima Radio in Bristol and Free Radio Birmingham, reporting on major regional stories such as the barrister walkouts in June 2022 and the launch of a healthcare academy in Shropshire. I also have experience in court reporting. My long-form and multimedia work includes podcast production, audio editing, and scripting. Highlights include: • "A Charity of Comedy", a podcast exploring Bristol’s comedy and activism scene, was published by Empathy Museum in November 2022 as part of Bristol: City of Activism • A podcast on mental health and tabletop role-playing games • Sustainable Fuchsias, a business-focused podcast series on sustainability, which I helped edit and mix • A pilot campaign raising awareness of the gender gap in the brewing industry, including a podcast, website, and social media content • A B2B feature on the state of the UK buy-to-let mortgage market, including interviews with senior experts from L&C Mortgages, Habito, and Response Mortgage Services I’ve also created promotional audio-visual content and social media materials to support musicians in North Yorkshire. Key Achievement: • Nominated for a BJTC Award for Newsday production in 2022, achieving second place nationally.
News Reporter at FoodBev Media
October 17, 2023 - March 15, 2024
As a news reporter, I conducted in-depth research and authored engaging online news articles, lists, and features, maintaining a prolific output of 4-5 online articles daily. Additionally I wrote two long-form magazine features monthly (ranging from 700 to 1500 words each). I played a crucial role in the successful launch of FoodBev's new website, overseeing its SEO strategy and implementation. Key Achievements: • The featured articles published in the monthly magazine received high praise from both readers and contributors. • Represented FoodBev Media at BrauBeviale 2023 in Nuremberg, contributing to the company's presence and networking efforts at the event.
Broadcaster at Coast and County Radio
July 18, 2018 - January 1, 2021
As a broadcaster, I reshaped and enhanced an existing show for wider audience appeal by introducing a new format. Through improved research, networking, and high-quality interview segments the show and station achieved high praise and listener numbers. During COVID lockdowns, due to the show’s nature being dependent on live events, I reformatted the show to create a 'Good News Roundup', spreading positivity to listeners nationwide, which further achieved a higher audience reach and interaction. Key Achievements: • Boosted listener numbers by 50% for all shows I was involved in. • Directly contributed to the station receiving an Ofcom Licence in 2020.

Education

MA Journalism (Audio, Docs and Podcast) at University of the West of England
September 1, 2021 - July 3, 2023
Masters degree in Journalism, including extensive audio training. From podcast narration to radio broadcasting

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Education, Media & Entertainment, Other