I'm Joshan Chana, a London-based audio producer, sound designer and journalist who thrives on turning complex stories into clear, engaging audio experiences. Over the years I’ve shaped soundscapes for BBC, The Guardian, Amnesty International and CNN, combining scriptwriting, interviewing and hands-on production to deliver polished episodes under tight deadlines. I love collaborating with both established talent and emerging voices, and I’m always exploring new musical ideas and editing approaches to amplify impact. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll find me tinkering with scores, crafting social-video clips, or mentoring through Creative Access Thrive to broaden opportunity in the creative economy.…

Joshan Chana

I'm Joshan Chana, a London-based audio producer, sound designer and journalist who thrives on turning complex stories into clear, engaging audio experiences. Over the years I’ve shaped soundscapes for BBC, The Guardian, Amnesty International and CNN, combining scriptwriting, interviewing and hands-on production to deliver polished episodes under tight deadlines. I love collaborating with both established talent and emerging voices, and I’m always exploring new musical ideas and editing approaches to amplify impact. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll find me tinkering with scores, crafting social-video clips, or mentoring through Creative Access Thrive to broaden opportunity in the creative economy.…

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I’m Joshan Chana, a London-based audio producer, sound designer and journalist who thrives on turning complex stories into clear, engaging audio experiences. Over the years I’ve shaped soundscapes for BBC, The Guardian, Amnesty International and CNN, combining scriptwriting, interviewing and hands-on production to deliver polished episodes under tight deadlines.

I love collaborating with both established talent and emerging voices, and I’m always exploring new musical ideas and editing approaches to amplify impact. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll find me tinkering with scores, crafting social-video clips, or mentoring through Creative Access Thrive to broaden opportunity in the creative economy.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer, audio editor and host at CNN Audio
January 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Producer, audio editor and host of CNN's '5 Things' podcast, a flagship daily news program. Responsibilities included selecting stories, writing scripts, sourcing audio, and voicing or editing episodes within a three-hour deadline.
Producer and Sound Designer at Amnesty International
September 1, 2024 - Present
Produced and sound designed the latest series of On the Side of Humanity on abortion rights defenders worldwide, featuring original compositions. Nominated for the Impact category at the British Podcast Awards 2025.
Podcast Producer at BBC Sounds Pop Podcast Team
October 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
Producer for the BBC Sounds Pop podcast team, responsible for the Inside… series of TV-companion podcasts, editing and mixing the series, and coordinating with high-profile talent. Produced all 10 episodes of Inside Bad Education with host Nathan Bryon (guests included Jack Whitehall, Mat Horne and Layton Williams).
Sound Designer, Recording and Mixing Engineer, Video Editor at BBC Studios / BBC Radio 4
July 1, 2021 - Present
Mixer and sound designer for BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 4 programs, including Robin Ince's Reality Tunnel (shortlisted for the BBC Audio Awards, Chortle Awards and ARIAS), It’s a Fair Cop, Daliso Chaponda's Citizen of Nowhere, and Quote Unquote. Also edited social media clips for BBC Sounds' Bang On It and Maisie Adams.
Producer and Sound Designer at The Guardian
January 1, 2021 - Present
Producer for The Guardian's audio department, handling production, editing and sound design for podcasts such as Science Weekly, Women's Football Weekly, Politics Weekly America, and The Audio Long Read. Also produced and sound designed the entire Pop Culture podcast series with Chante Joseph in Summer 2024.
Researcher at BBC News – The Next Episode
March 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Researcher and co-producer for the 18-25 investigative podcast The Next Episode. Pitched, produced, edited and sound designed episodes on topics including accessible fashion, drama school fees and organ donation in minority communities; the show won a silver ARIA in 2020.

Education

BA English, 2:1 at University of Cambridge, Fitzwilliam College
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services