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I’m Zak Wheeler, a part-time Master of Political Science student at the Australian National University, building on a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) with distinction from RMIT. I enjoy turning research and interviews into clear, timely stories—whether that’s breaking news, feature-style reporting, or audience-friendly social content.…

Zak Malcolm Wheeler

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I’m Zak Wheeler, a part-time Master of Political Science student at the Australian National University, building on a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) with distinction from RMIT. I enjoy turning research and interviews into clear, timely stories—whether that’s breaking news, feature-style reporting, or audience-friendly social content.…

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I’m Zak Wheeler, a part-time Master of Political Science student at the Australian National University, building on a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) with distinction from RMIT. I enjoy turning research and interviews into clear, timely stories—whether that’s breaking news, feature-style reporting, or audience-friendly social content.

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Work Experience

Content Producer at The Australia Institute

June 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026

Produced engaging social media content from research and interviews across television, radio, podcasts, webinars, and written, video, and audio materials. Edited short-form videos and designed social media tiles and podcast assets, plus digital and print advertising materials tailored to different platforms. Produced a fortnightly newsletter and managed media assets to support efficient access, organisation, and reuse across communications projects.

Editor -in-Chief at The Swanston Gazette (RMIT Student Newspaper)

February 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023

Oversaw the editorial direction of RMIT’s student newspaper, including story selection, article development, editing, and publication standards. Managed student contributors through pitching, drafting, editing, feedback, and publication while ensuring deadlines, accuracy, and editorial consistency.

Journalist / Online Reporter at Daily Mail Online

February 1, 2023 - May 31, 2026

Produced fast-paced online news articles across breaking news, courts, crime, politics, human interest, and general news. Conducted interviews with sources, witnesses, experts, and members of the public to gather accurate information for publication. Wrote, edited, and updated articles under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy, legal awareness, and strong digital newsroom standards.

Subscriptions Team Member at Schwartz Media

October 1, 2021 - November 30, 2022

Handled subscriber inquiries across account access, payments, renewals, delivery issues, and general publication support. Supported subscription administration by updating customer records, processing requests, resolving issues, and coordinating with internal teams where required.

Stock Replenishment Member at Coles Supermarkets

August 1, 2017 - November 30, 2022

Managed high-volume stock replenishment across multiple departments, including unloading deliveries, organising stock loads, rotating products, and maintaining shelf standards.