I am a Creative Producer and Audio Editor with 13+ years of experience at the BBC, focused on content creation for live and recorded radio shows and podcasts. I helped launch the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show on Radio 2, Britain’s biggest breakfast show, and led high‑impact content that raised significant charitable funds. My work includes editing long‑form interviews with A‑list guests and delivering high‑quality broadcast and podcast segments. I’m passionate about the intersection of entertainment, music and sport, and I thrive in high‑pressure live environments—from Glastonbury OBs to major events—driving audience growth across broadcast, digital and social platforms. My recent work includes leading Sara’s Great Northern Marathon Challenge for BBC Children in Need, which delivered record digital performance and millions of views across BBC Sounds, BBC Website, Instagram and TikTok.

James Santer

I am a Creative Producer and Audio Editor with 13+ years of experience at the BBC, focused on content creation for live and recorded radio shows and podcasts. I helped launch the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show on Radio 2, Britain’s biggest breakfast show, and led high‑impact content that raised significant charitable funds. My work includes editing long‑form interviews with A‑list guests and delivering high‑quality broadcast and podcast segments. I’m passionate about the intersection of entertainment, music and sport, and I thrive in high‑pressure live environments—from Glastonbury OBs to major events—driving audience growth across broadcast, digital and social platforms. My recent work includes leading Sara’s Great Northern Marathon Challenge for BBC Children in Need, which delivered record digital performance and millions of views across BBC Sounds, BBC Website, Instagram and TikTok.

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I am a Creative Producer and Audio Editor with 13+ years of experience at the BBC, focused on content creation for live and recorded radio shows and podcasts. I helped launch the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show on Radio 2, Britain’s biggest breakfast show, and led high‑impact content that raised significant charitable funds. My work includes editing long‑form interviews with A‑list guests and delivering high‑quality broadcast and podcast segments.

I’m passionate about the intersection of entertainment, music and sport, and I thrive in high‑pressure live environments—from Glastonbury OBs to major events—driving audience growth across broadcast, digital and social platforms. My recent work includes leading Sara’s Great Northern Marathon Challenge for BBC Children in Need, which delivered record digital performance and millions of views across BBC Sounds, BBC Website, Instagram and TikTok.

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Work Experience

Producer at BBC Radio 2
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2026
Flagship show leadership and A-List talent management: Key producer for Zoe Ball, Vernon Kay, Sara Cox, Tony Blackburn, and Steve Wright. Major launch of Britain's biggest breakfast show; edited long-form interviews into high-impact broadcast segments; produced 24/7 audio output and charity content.
Presenter/Producer at BBC Introducing, Devon
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Spearheaded the regional BBC Introducing programme, identified and championed new music; booked, recorded and edited interviews and live sessions; presented the weekly show and curated content.
Presenter/Producer at Exeter FM, Devon
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Presented and produced shows, handled news, traffic, sports reports and interviews for a commercial station.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in American & Canadian Studies at University of Birmingham
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Documentary Filmmaking at University of San Diego, California
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Bachelor's degree in American & Canadian Studies at University of Birmingham
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Documentary Filmmaking (short course) at University of San Diego
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004

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Media & Entertainment