Hi, I’m Karen Marshall. I’ve spent over two decades in media, weaving together production, editing, and on-site broadcasting to create informative podcasts and engaging travel and traffic reports. From co-hosting and producing a CPD podcast to managing studio teams, I’ve built a track record of delivering clear audio and compelling content under tight deadlines. I love helping presenters find their voice, shaping scripts, and troubleshooting technical hurdles so every episode sounds polished. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll usually find me exploring new projects, learning new tools, or out trail running.

Hi, I’m Karen Marshall. I’ve spent over two decades in media, weaving together production, editing, and on-site broadcasting to create informative podcasts and engaging travel and traffic reports. From co-hosting and producing a CPD podcast to managing studio teams, I’ve built a track record of delivering clear audio and compelling content under tight deadlines. I love helping presenters find their voice, shaping scripts, and troubleshooting technical hurdles so every episode sounds polished. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll usually find me exploring new projects, learning new tools, or out trail running.

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Hi, I’m Karen Marshall. I’ve spent over two decades in media, weaving together production, editing, and on-site broadcasting to create informative podcasts and engaging travel and traffic reports. From co-hosting and producing a CPD podcast to managing studio teams, I’ve built a track record of delivering clear audio and compelling content under tight deadlines.

I love helping presenters find their voice, shaping scripts, and troubleshooting technical hurdles so every episode sounds polished. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll usually find me exploring new projects, learning new tools, or out trail running.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Podcast Producer at Veterinary Thought Exchange (VTX)
February 1, 2020 - Present
Led the development of an educational CPD podcast for VTX; duties included recording, editing, and publishing episodes, monitoring sound quality during live interviews, post-production corrections, remote technical support, scripting guidance, collaboration to improve content quality, and writing show notes as required.
North Manager at INRIX Media Ltd
March 31, 2016 - September 26, 2025
Led a studio team of 28 Broadcasters and Editors with three Assistant Managers; responsible for broadcast and data output to a broad UK client base, including major stations and national broadcasters; managed staffing, payroll, budgets and ensured a consistent national data service; represented the company as a Traffic Analyst for radio and TV features.
Scotland Manager at INRIX Media Ltd
April 30, 2015 - September 26, 2025
Built relationships with Transport Scotland; managed HR matters, health and safety, and working time regulations; helped develop Games Travel Radio for the Commonwealth Games 2014; delivered tailor-made infomercials and live travel reports for multiple platforms.
Assistant Manager at INRIX Media Ltd/Trafficlink
July 31, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Handled administrative tasks, supported 24/7 operations, conducted staff appraisals and broadcaster feedback; trained new staff and maintained ongoing staff development; contributed to team efficiency and service quality.
Broadcast Editor at Trafficlink
May 31, 2010 - September 26, 2025
Provided daily regional and national traffic bulletins; investigated and managed live and planned road incidents; liaised with Traffic Scotland, local councils, CCTV and Police to ensure accurate information delivery.
Runner/Technical Assistant/Audience Handler at BBC Scotland
February 29, 2008 - September 26, 2025
On-set duties for live and pre-recorded broadcasts; supported camera and sound crews; managed audience handling and scheduling for Hogmanay Live and DanceX.
Broadcast Journalist/Technical Assistant at Insight Radio
July 31, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Presented on The Daley Lunch; produced content for visually impaired audiences; duties included outside broadcasts and coordinating features and interviews with guests and the public.
Broadcast Journalist at Talk 107
March 31, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Performed solo live on-air drops; provided breaking news from location; conducted interviews, prepared questions, and managed vox pops and on-site reports.
Personal Assistant/Camera Assistant/Sound Assistant at Green Room
August 31, 2007 - September 26, 2025
Liaised with US producer Barbara Romen; supported camera and sound crews; arranged travel, press interviews, and event promotions.
Street Team Member at Xfm Scotland
February 28, 2007 - September 26, 2025
Represented the station at gigs and events; promoted the brand; served as a station ambassador; led technical responsibilities during outside broadcasts.
Running Assistant at Beat 106
August 1, 2003 - Present
Supported studio and outside broadcast teams; collected vox pops and interviews for festival events.
Sound/Studio Assistant at Clearwater Studios
July 1, 2000 - Present
Administrative duties, rigging equipment, and providing technical assistance during recording sessions; supported post-production editing and mastering.
Podcast Producer – Veterinary Thought Exchange at Veterinary Thought Exchange (VTX)
February 1, 2020 - Present
Helped create and develop an educational CPD podcast; recorded, edited and published episodes; monitored sound levels during live interviews; post-recording editing to feed standard; remotely supported presenter; provided scripting guidance; collaborated to improve content and production efficiency; wrote show notes.
North Manager at INRIX Media Ltd
March 31, 2016 - September 26, 2025
Led a studio team of 28 Broadcasters and Editors and three Assistant Managers; managed broadcast and data output for a broad client base; liaised with Programme Controllers and Managing Editors; prioritized daily tasks and administered staffing, payroll and budgets; represented the company as a Traffic Analyst on BBC North West Tonight during major road disruptions.
Scotland Manager at INRIX Media Ltd
April 30, 2015 - September 26, 2025
Built relationships with Transport Scotland; created Games Travel Radio for Commonwealth Games 2014; managed infomercials and audio from concept to completion for online, on-air and TV; maintained Broadcast Editor duties including scripting and live broadcasts.
Assistant Manager at INRIX Media Ltd/Trafficlink
July 31, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Administered 24/7 operation; supported manager with staff appraisals and broadcaster feedback; trained new starts and ongoing staff development; helped manage office budgets and day-to-day operations.
Broadcast Editor at Trafficlink
May 31, 2010 - September 26, 2025
Scripting, recording and editing; broadcasting live travel reports to multiple radio stations and apps; maintained a high standard of editorial output; liaised with clients and staff.
Runner/Technical Assistant/Audience Handler at BBC Scotland
February 29, 2008 - September 26, 2025
On-set duties during live and pre-recorded broadcasts; assisted camera and sound crews; audience handling and scheduling of auditions and guest appearances.
Broadcast Journalist/Technical Assistant at Insight Radio
July 31, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Presented on The Daley Lunch delivering news and features; performed Technical Assistant duties during outside broadcasts coordinating features and interviews with blind or partially sighted presenters.
Broadcast Journalist at Talk 107
March 31, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Live on-street drops; breaking news on location; researched and prepared questions; interviewee/location scouting for broadcast; edited vox pops as required.
Personal Assistant/Camera Assistant/Sound Assistant at Green Room
August 1, 2007 - Present
Liaison/PA for US producer Barbara Romen; camera and sound support; arranged transport, press interviews and promotions.
Street Team Member at Xfm Scotland
February 28, 2007 - September 26, 2025
Represented the station at gigs and events; helped build audience; promoted and trained new team members; led outside broadcasts and events.
Runner at Beat 106
August 1, 2003 - Present
Supported studio and outside broadcast teams at festival events; vox pops and interviews.
Sound/Studio Assistant at Clearwater Studios
July 1, 2000 - Present
Administration, rigging; assisted recording sessions; post-production editing and mastering for clients.

Education

HNC Sound Production at Fife College
August 1, 2025 - September 26, 2025
BA(Hons) Communication Studies at QMUC Edinburgh
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2005
Secondary Education at The Glasgow Academy
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

BA(Hons) Communication Studies
September 9, 2001 - June 15, 2005

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications
    uniE603 Broadcasting Demo
    To give you an idea of my voice and accent, here's a demo from my traffic and travel reporting work. There's a certain tone and style to this kind of broadcasting and I can of course do more with my voice! This is really only to give you the jist :)
    uniE603 London Vet Show - broadcast from the event
    An "on the road" podcast special produced from the VTX stand at London Vet Show 2022. This is a huge event in the Veterinary calendar and required sole responsibility for all on-location recording, editing, live producing and live interviewing, as well as professionally representing the company at the event. The post production of this episode demanded a completely different approach to my regular work and I really enjoyed the challenge. I needed to work more creatively to bring the audio I gathered together in a cohesive manner and bring it to life while making it listener friendly.
    uniE603 Episode 68 - Leave your ego on the chopping board
    A recent episode from the Veterinary Thought Exchange Podcast where we interview the legendary Jasmin Paris, MBE about her journey as a veterinary professional and her recent rise to fame as the first woman to ever complete the Barkley Marathons. For this podcast, I was able to guide and collaborate with my client to take the idea from a concept to full creation and development. This is a published episode in full length so it is long! But I hope this will give you a bit of a feel for my abilities until I have finished my showreel.