I am an award-winning, highly skilled audio producer, editor, and journalist, known for my expertise in crafting compelling stories and immersive soundscapes for podcasts. With over 15 years at RNZ National, I honed my craft as a producer, on-air host, content creator, and team leader. I am especially interested in issues of justice, environmentalism, te ao Māori, and the arts.

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I am an award-winning, highly skilled audio producer, editor, and journalist, known for my expertise in crafting compelling stories and immersive soundscapes for podcasts. With over 15 years at RNZ National, I honed my craft as a producer, on-air host, content creator, and team leader. I am especially interested in issues of justice, environmentalism, te ao Māori, and the arts.

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I am an award-winning, highly skilled audio producer, editor, and journalist, known for my expertise in crafting compelling stories and immersive soundscapes for podcasts.

With over 15 years at RNZ National, I honed my craft as a producer, on-air host, content creator, and team leader. I am especially interested in issues of justice, environmentalism, te ao Māori, and the arts.

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Language

English
Fluent
Māori
Intermediate

Work Experience

Director at PopSock Media
January 1, 2020 - Present
Director at PopSock Media, responsible for creative direction, project and budget management, on-air hosting, content creation, and team leadership; developing immersive audio and storytelling for podcasts.
Various Roles (On-air Host, Content Creator, Team Leader) at RNZ Music
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2020
Over 15 years at RNZ National in roles including on-air hosting, content creation, and team leadership; contributed to pre- and post-production, sound design, and strategy for music programming.
Presenter / Producer – Music 101 at RNZ National
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2016
Presented and produced Music 101, RNZ National's flagship music show, delivering compelling programing and conducting interviews with thousands of musicians.
Co-Producer / Presenter – Music 101 at RNZ National
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Co-produced and presented Music 101, including coverage of live events and festivals, developing leadership, storytelling, and editorial skills.
Freelance Producer at RNZ Music / Administration
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006
Freelance producer for RNZ Music and administrative duties; supported content creation, collaboration management, and overall production workflow.
Stage Manager at De Cult Conference
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Stage manager for De Cult Conference, coordinating stage activities and event logistics.
Judge at Wellington Fringe Festival
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2019
Judge at Wellington Fringe Festival (2009, 2010) and again in 2019.
Creative NZ Funding Panelist at Creative NZ
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015
Panelist for Creative NZ funding decisions; contributed expertise 2011-2015.
NZ On Air – Making Tracks at NZ On Air
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Contributed to Making Tracks initiatives; supported funding and track development 2012-2015.

Education

Bachelor of Music (Honors) at Victoria University
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government