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I’m Billy Adison, a Melbourne-based digital journalist and podcast host focusing on Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region. I pitch, write, produce and edit bilingual stories for ABC’s Asia Pacific Newsroom and collaborate with regional reporters to boost coverage and audience engagement across digital platforms. I’m passionate about cross-cultural storytelling, translating and adapting content for multilingual audiences, and driving growth through data-informed storytelling. Beyond journalism, I lead multimedia projects like The Perantau Podcast, grow audiences with cross-platform strategies, manage WordPress sites, and coordinate with partners and communities to share diaspora experiences. I’m dedicated to clear storytelling, SEO, and building a credible, inclusive voice across platforms.…I’m Billy Adison, a Melbourne-based digital journalist and podcast host focusing on Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region. I pitch, write, produce and edit bilingual stories for ABC’s Asia Pacific Newsroom and collaborate with regional reporters to boost coverage and audience engagement across digital platforms. I’m passionate about cross-cultural storytelling, translating and adapting content for multilingual audiences, and driving growth through data-informed storytelling. Beyond journalism, I lead multimedia projects like The Perantau Podcast, grow audiences with cross-platform strategies, manage WordPress sites, and coordinate with partners and communities to share diaspora experiences. I’m dedicated to clear storytelling, SEO, and building a credible, inclusive voice across platforms.

Billy Adison

Podcast Producer, Presenter, Video Editor, +3

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I’m Billy Adison, a Melbourne-based digital journalist and podcast host focusing on Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region. I pitch, write, produce and edit bilingual stories for ABC’s Asia Pacific Newsroom and collaborate with regional reporters to boost coverage and audience engagement across digital platforms. I’m passionate about cross-cultural storytelling, translating and adapting content for multilingual audiences, and driving growth through data-informed storytelling. Beyond journalism, I lead multimedia projects like The Perantau Podcast, grow audiences with cross-platform strategies, manage WordPress sites, and coordinate with partners and communities to share diaspora experiences. I’m dedicated to clear storytelling, SEO, and building a credible, inclusive voice across platforms.…I’m Billy Adison, a Melbourne-based digital journalist and podcast host focusing on Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region. I pitch, write, produce and edit bilingual stories for ABC’s Asia Pacific Newsroom and collaborate with regional reporters to boost coverage and audience engagement across digital platforms. I’m passionate about cross-cultural storytelling, translating and adapting content for multilingual audiences, and driving growth through data-informed storytelling. Beyond journalism, I lead multimedia projects like The Perantau Podcast, grow audiences with cross-platform strategies, manage WordPress sites, and coordinate with partners and communities to share diaspora experiences. I’m dedicated to clear storytelling, SEO, and building a credible, inclusive voice across platforms.

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I’m Billy Adison, a Melbourne-based digital journalist and podcast host focusing on Indonesia and the Asia-Pacific region. I pitch, write, produce and edit bilingual stories for ABC’s Asia Pacific Newsroom and collaborate with regional reporters to boost coverage and audience engagement across digital platforms. I’m passionate about cross-cultural storytelling, translating and adapting content for multilingual audiences, and driving growth through data-informed storytelling.
Beyond journalism, I lead multimedia projects like The Perantau Podcast, grow audiences with cross-platform strategies, manage WordPress sites, and coordinate with partners and communities to share diaspora experiences. I’m dedicated to clear storytelling, SEO, and building a credible, inclusive voice across platforms.

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Work Experience

Digital and Social Journalist, Asia Pacific Newsroom at ABC News

September 1, 2024 - Present

Pitch, write, produce and edit bilingual Indonesian-language stories for ABC's Asia Pacific Newsroom; expand audience engagement through bilingual content and vertical video adaptations; collaborate with regional reporters to enhance regional coverage.

Digital Engagement Editor at Indonesia Council

September 1, 2024 - Present

Manage IC's digital presence via monthly newsletters (Mailchimp) and website updates; increase subscriber engagement by ~15%; optimize website content for SEO, boosting unique visitors and page views.

Founder and Host at The Peran Tau Podcast

January 1, 2024 - Present

Launched and managed a multi-platform podcast and website serving the Indonesian diaspora; secured episodes with Indonesian business owners, academics, and the Indonesian Consul-General in Melbourne; reached over 169,000 YouTube listeners by 2025.

Residential Tutor at The University of Melbourne

March 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025

Elevated student outcomes by designing and delivering engaging tutorials for Humanities and Social Sciences; increased participation and academic performance; provided 1:1 consultations and specialised skill sessions for 300+ House residents.

Research and Programs Officer at Indonesia Forum

May 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Sole team member proficient in WordPress CMS; managed external publications and website content; increased site uptime and content accuracy; led the Expert Panel for the 43rd Indonesia Forum Symposium; coordinated expert contributions to improve symposium quality.

Project Lead at The Giants Next Door podcast (Asia Link network)

June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Led end-to-end delivery of a national podcast series on Australia–Asia business engagement; managed guest research, scripting, production, and approvals; maintained cadence across platforms to grow reach.

Communications Officer at Leaders Program / Asia Link

June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Supported the Leaders: 30 Years of Asia Success campaign; led content scheduling and rollout across email and social platforms for 100+ alumni and contributors; drove early engagement and visibility, shaping editorial voice.

Research Analyst at Think Policy Indonesia

February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024

In-depth research and legislative analysis on Indonesian policies; contextualized issues and provided concise summaries of laws and regulations informing stakeholder decisions; evaluated party positions ahead of the 2024 elections.

Editorial Intern at The Jakarta Post

January 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023

Reported on macroeconomics, markets, regulations, industries and technology; produced 13 articles in 4 weeks, including front-page stories on renewable energy and the film industry; conducted interviews with researchers and business executives.