I am a Broadcast Journalism graduate with a passion for radio and television, built through a range of volunteering roles and academic training. I enjoy creating engaging stories, presenting on-air, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality media content. I am dedicated to continuous learning and applying practical skills in real-world settings. I have ASD and pride myself on resilience, stepping out of my comfort zone to tackle new challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, and deliver compelling narratives. I value inclusivity in media and am eager to contribute to dynamic, audience-centered storytelling.

Rebecca Mills

I am a Broadcast Journalism graduate with a passion for radio and television, built through a range of volunteering roles and academic training. I enjoy creating engaging stories, presenting on-air, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality media content. I am dedicated to continuous learning and applying practical skills in real-world settings. I have ASD and pride myself on resilience, stepping out of my comfort zone to tackle new challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, and deliver compelling narratives. I value inclusivity in media and am eager to contribute to dynamic, audience-centered storytelling.

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I am a Broadcast Journalism graduate with a passion for radio and television, built through a range of volunteering roles and academic training. I enjoy creating engaging stories, presenting on-air, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality media content. I am dedicated to continuous learning and applying practical skills in real-world settings.

I have ASD and pride myself on resilience, stepping out of my comfort zone to tackle new challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, and deliver compelling narratives. I value inclusivity in media and am eager to contribute to dynamic, audience-centered storytelling.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Volunteer Radio Presenter at Blunt Radio
January 1, 2026 - February 1, 2026
Recorded voice links under 00:00, set up own equipment (Snowball microphone), and pre-recorded a radio show for Tuesday 7–9pm; gained exposure to PlayIt Live and remote production.
Radio Skills Training Course at UCB Kingdom Academy
May 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Online training in professional radio reading, writing and production; explored audience interaction and assisted hosts in demonstrating knowledge and abilities.
Volunteer Radio Presenter at Bolton FM
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Co-hosted Community Corner on Wednesday evenings and Saturday Weekender; read local news; interviewed guests; pre-recorded a Monday classical show.
Quays News Reporter at Quays News
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Collaborated in a 16-person team producing radio and TV packages; wrote five regional news articles for the Quays News website; built a portfolio of five pieces toward a 2:1.
Volunteer Radio Presenter at Roch Valley Radio
December 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Wrote eleven news articles and contributed to 15 days of work experience; presented the Drive Time show (3–6pm) Tuesday to Friday; created weekly news features using Excel.
Volunteer Radio Presenter at Shock Radio
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025
Coordinated an hourly Wednesday show (12–1) focusing on tours and album news in Greater Manchester; developed presenting, leadership, and time management skills.
Volunteer Radio Presenter at Roch Valley Radio
July 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022
Produced a 2-hour indie/80s show on Friday afternoons; enhanced understanding of radio equipment and studio operation.
Volunteer Radio Presenter at Blunt Radio (Remote)
January 1, 2026 - February 1, 2026
Recorded voice links and kept them under 00:00; set up own equipment (Snowball microphone) and pre-recorded a radio show for Tuesdays 7pm-9pm; learned to record on PlayIt Live and other software.
Quays News Reporter at MediaCityUK / Quays News
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Collaborated within a group of 16 producing radio and TV packages; wrote five regional news articles for the Quays News website; produced a portfolio showing five pieces of work achieving a 2:1.
Volunteer Radio Presenter at Shock Radio (University of Salford)
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025
Coordinated an hourly radio show every Wednesday from 12-1; discussed the latest tours and albums in Greater Manchester; developed presenting, leadership and time management skills.
Quays News Reporter at MediaCityUK / Quays News (University of Salford)
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Collaborated within a group of 16 to produce radio and TV packages; wrote five regional news articles for the Quays News website; built a portfolio with five pieces of work achieving a 2:1.

Education

BA (Hons) Journalism (Broadcast) at University of Salford
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Y1 HND Creative Media Production - Film and Television at Hopwood Hall College, Rochdale Campus
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Media Production - DDD at Hopwood Hall College, Rochdale Campus
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production - Distinction at Hopwood Hall College, Rochdale Campus
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs at Crompton House, Rochdale Road, Oldham
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
BA (Hons) Journalism (Broadcast) at University of Salford
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
HND Creative Media Production - Film and Television (Year 1) at Hopwood Hall College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Media Production (DDD) at Hopwood Hall College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production (Distinction) at Hopwood Hall College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
GCSEs at Crompton House
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
BA (Hons) Journalism (Broadcast) at University of Salford
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Y1 HND Creative Media Production - Film and Television at Hopwood Hall College, Rochdale Campus
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Media Production at Hopwood Hall College, Rochdale Campus
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production at Hopwood Hall College, Rochdale Campus
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs at Crompton House
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Radio Skills Training Course
May 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Other