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Adriel Smiley is a Toronto-based music journalist, audio producer, and founder of The Cool Table, a weekly radio show spotlighting new Canadian music. He is the co-creator/co-host of Album Mode, a nationally recognized album review podcast. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Polaris Music Prize and the National Campus and Community Radio Association. A two-time Best Canadian Music Writing honouree (2024, 2025), his work has appeared in CBC, Range Magazine, West End Phoenix, and Sportsnet, and recently contributed to The Fifth Estate’s Missing Black Boys investigation.…Adriel Smiley is a Toronto-based music journalist, audio producer, and founder of The Cool Table, a weekly radio show spotlighting new Canadian music. He is the co-creator/co-host of Album Mode, a nationally recognized album review podcast. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Polaris Music Prize and the National Campus and Community Radio Association. A two-time Best Canadian Music Writing honouree (2024, 2025), his work has appeared in CBC, Range Magazine, West End Phoenix, and Sportsnet, and recently contributed to The Fifth Estate’s Missing Black Boys investigation.

Adriel Smiley

Content Producer, Writer, Podcast Producer, +4

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Adriel Smiley is a Toronto-based music journalist, audio producer, and founder of The Cool Table, a weekly radio show spotlighting new Canadian music. He is the co-creator/co-host of Album Mode, a nationally recognized album review podcast. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Polaris Music Prize and the National Campus and Community Radio Association. A two-time Best Canadian Music Writing honouree (2024, 2025), his work has appeared in CBC, Range Magazine, West End Phoenix, and Sportsnet, and recently contributed to The Fifth Estate’s Missing Black Boys investigation.…Adriel Smiley is a Toronto-based music journalist, audio producer, and founder of The Cool Table, a weekly radio show spotlighting new Canadian music. He is the co-creator/co-host of Album Mode, a nationally recognized album review podcast. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Polaris Music Prize and the National Campus and Community Radio Association. A two-time Best Canadian Music Writing honouree (2024, 2025), his work has appeared in CBC, Range Magazine, West End Phoenix, and Sportsnet, and recently contributed to The Fifth Estate’s Missing Black Boys investigation.

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Adriel Smiley is a Toronto-based music journalist, audio producer, and founder of The Cool Table, a weekly radio show spotlighting new Canadian music. He is the co-creator/co-host of Album Mode, a nationally recognized album review podcast. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Polaris Music Prize and the National Campus and Community Radio Association. A two-time Best Canadian Music Writing honouree (2024, 2025), his work has appeared in CBC, Range Magazine, West End Phoenix, and Sportsnet, and recently contributed to The Fifth Estate’s Missing Black Boys investigation.

Skills

Podcast Production

Leadership

Music Theory

Experience Level

Podcast Production

Expert

Leadership

Intermediate

Music Theory

Intermediate

Work Experience

Associate Producer at CBC / Radio-Canada

September 1, 2025 - Present

Produced live and pre-recorded segments across CBC digital, radio, and television platforms, including The Fifth Estate, Q with Tom Power, Commotion, and CBC News Network. Conducted pre-interviews, booked guests, and coordinated production logistics for live and taped segments. Researched, pitched, and developed original story ideas with a focus on public interest journalism, collaborating with reporters, hosts, editors, and technical teams. Supported breaking news, current affairs, and investigative coverage across multiple CBC platforms.

Arts Feature Writer at Range Magazine

January 1, 2022 - Present

Led the creation of engaging articles, interviews, reviews, and news stories. Drove collaboration with the editorial team to conceptualize impactful story ideas while ensuring deadlines were consistently met. Recognized with Best Canadian Music Writing (2024 and 2025).

Coordinator at Sportsnet

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023

Managed execution of promotional content, ensuring accurate placement and timing within the broadcast schedule. Monitored live feeds and troubleshot on-air discrepancies or technical issues in real time. Coordinated daily broadcast schedules to ensure seamless transitions between live events, commercials, and programming.

Audio Producer at CBC The Doc Project

October 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021

Edited raw recordings to enhance clarity, pacing, and storytelling impact. Developed original story ideas and pitched them for audio features. Wrote engaging narration and interview questions to move the story forward.

Music Director & Radio Host at Met Radio CJT

January 1, 2017 - Present

Operated audio equipment and managed sound levels during live broadcasts. Attended public appearances, remotes, and charitable/community events on behalf of the station. Received 2023 Excellence in Music Programming (Hip-Hop).

Technical Director at ONtrack Media & Entertainment Inc.

April 1, 2015 - October 31, 2020

Directed camera operators and replay teams to execute dynamic shots and transitions. Spearheaded all aspects of production, providing strategic leadership during production meetings. Integrated new technologies and graphic systems to elevate production quality.