Experience

Voiceworks.ai

• United Kingdom
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Sport

  • Sep 2022 - Present

  Voiceworks: Sport are leaders in voice technology and audio solution for sport across the globe. We help Rights Holders, Brands and Sporting figures develop (and deliver) a full audio strategy that delivers results both commerically and in terms of engament.More: https://voiceworkssport.comAs Director of Sport, I am responsible for leading content conversations with our partners, devising strategy and overseeing delivery of projects.I also oversee the work of the Sports Social team developing brilliant, award-winning, own-brand content and growing the Sport Social Podcast Network to reach our ambition of becoming the biggest audio sport destination in the world. Show less

• Head of Sport Social

  • Nov 2018 - Sep 2022

  Sport Social is challenging the way that traditional sports media covers football and other sports. Exploring Voice-First technology and on-demand audio as a way to give Sports fans the content they want wherever they are and whenever they want it.As well as creating our own authentic fan-led products that are in tune with a modern sports audience we are also working in partnership with major sports brand around the world to deliver engaging sport audio content - bringing their fans closer to the teams they love.Responsible for:-Developing and delivering a project strategy.-Shaping and managing content.-Identifying and exploring new technologies and audio delivery methods.-Working with clients to deliver effective commercial messages within our products.-Working with brands to develop audio strategy and appropriate audio products.-Leading a team of content producers and creators. Show less



Communicorp UK

• United Kingdom
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 100 - 200 Employee

• XS Manchester Evening Show Presenter

  • Apr 2018 - Present

  Host of XS Manchester's daily (weekday) Evening Show on 'Alternative' music station XS Manchester 106.1FM. As well as conceiving and delivering content for the station's target audience I am also responsible for identifying music and artists for the XS Evening Show playlist, building relationships with local bands/artists/pluggers and delivering digital content for the station's digital channels. Host of XS Manchester's daily (weekday) Evening Show on 'Alternative' music station XS Manchester 106.1FM. As well as conceiving and delivering content for the station's target audience I am also responsible for identifying music and artists for the XS Evening Show playlist, building relationships with local bands/artists/pluggers and delivering digital content for the station's digital channels.



On The Left Side

• Manchester

• Producer / Presenter "On The Left Side - Alternative Football Show"​

  • Sep 2015 - Aug 2020

  Conception and delivery of "On The Left Side" podcast for Abrupt Audio. Script, research and present weekly topical football show. Develop and produce engaging/topical sports content for social media channels. Day to day management of social media channels & promotional media. Work with production team on recording/producing weekly show. In 2017 OTLS created a co-branded "season round-up" show for the Talk Sport network. Nominated for an UK ARIA Award in 2017 for "Best Sports Show". Show less



HIVE Content

• United Kingdom
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Jun 2017 - Sep 2019

  Founder and Director of Hive Content. Hive content is a new type of creative content agency harnessing the power of ‘voice-activated’ technology and smart speakers. It’s a technological revolution changing the way we live and control our lives and also re-inventing the way brands can discover, connect and nurture customers. The implications and opportunities for business are huge. We turn strategy and consumer insight into high performing bespoke content that fits your existing marketing strategy or specific business needs from communication to marketing and everything in between. Hive also produces high-quality radio programmes and on-demand audio products for a variety of companies and brands. Show less



Jim Salveson | Radio Ideas

• North West

• Freelance Radio Producer

  • Jan 2016 - Nov 2018

  A free-lance radio producer & with exceptional creativity and over 15 years experience in Commercial, BBC and Community Radio. Working on a number of exciting projects but always keen to hear about new ideas. Key areas: Developing and Creating engaging content for radio shows. Studio production/management. Creative solutions to commercial & creative briefs. News, Sports and Current Affairs programming. Coaching and Tallent Development. Music broadcast, production and events. Interviews. Documentary making. Podcasting. Social Media. Show less



Communicorp UK

• United Kingdom
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Executive Producer / Presenter

  • Mar 2016 - Jul 2017

  Executive Producer and presenter of XS Manchester's flagship "Legends Football Social". Responsible for management of a small team of contributors and producers working on a daily football phone in show. Produce creative and challenging sports content on a daily basis that reacts with the days news agenda. Developing a clear vision for the future of the programme and helping to establish "XS Manchester's Legends Football Social" as a brand. Creative lead on show features, idea, talking points and general content. Fully brief team on daily, weekly and monthly show activity and forward planning. Ensuring successful cross promotion of product across all station output. Identifying and booking "talent" to appear on the XS Football Social/Legends Football Social. Show less



Key 103

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Launch Producer

  • Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Executive Launch Producer for Key 103's new late night talk-based show. Responsible for identifying presenter talent, developing show format with station management and shaping the future strategy and personality of the programme. Other Responsibilities include: -Training of new producers to take the show forward. -Booking of guests and development of content ideas. -Ensuring cross promotion on all areas of the radio station and social media. Executive Launch Producer for Key 103's new late night talk-based show. Responsible for identifying presenter talent, developing show format with station management and shaping the future strategy and personality of the programme. Other Responsibilities include: -Training of new producers to take the show forward. -Booking of guests and development of content ideas. -Ensuring cross promotion on all areas of the radio station and social media.



Global

• United Kingdom
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 700 & Above Employee

• Breakfast Producer

  • May 2007 - Jan 2016

  Senior Producer Role at XFM Manchester with a focus on the XFM Breakfast Show. Responsible for creation and delivery of compelling topical, daily editorial content that engages with the audience. During my time at XFM (Global Radio) I have also produced a variety of programming including specialist music shows, Producer live music OBs and created documentary programming. Developing a clear vision for programming output and driving a small team to execute and deliver that vision. Responsible for the growth and development of new talent within the station and created a work-experience programme within XFM Manchester. Industry leader in social media output always ensuring the lifecycle of content was extended across all platforms. Produce & Manager Live Session content for XFM Manchester and maintain great industry contacts. Proven track record in growing audience in both reach and hours, securing record highs for both station and show in my tenure, whilst also obtaining industry plaudits with 9 Arquiva and Sony Radio Award Nominations since 2013. Other Key Responsibilities: Create bespoke commercial content to meet client briefs. Meet & pitch ideas to commercial clients. Manager presenter team and High profile talent. Manage and develop Social Media strategy. Source content material. Secure contributors and guests. Scripting of content. Creation of packaged material. Generate and develop ideas. Recording and editing audio. Studio management. Communication with XFM network team and wider Global Radio team. Adhering to Global Radio and OFCOM Broadcast Guidelines. Show less



BBC

• United Kingdom
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 700 & Above Employee

• Producer | BBC Radio Stoke

  • Aug 2005 - May 2007

  Produce content across different day parts for BBC Radio Stoke relevant to the stations news agenda and audience. Responsible for the development and creation of community focused radio into all hours of BBC Radio Stoke Output. Managing a team of full-time volunteer staff. Ensuring content is delivered to a high standard across On-Air and On-lIne platforms. Proven track record in reaching LLL and EV targets. Other Responsibilities: Communication of ideas and projects with senior BBC management. Management of ‘Social Action’ and ‘Community’ content on bbc.co.uk’ Ensuring that Learning & Volunteering content with in line with European Commission guidelines. Arrange/prepare guests for on-air features and interviews. Maintain working relations and contact with local community organisations. Develop and run community campaigns. Show less



Global

• United Kingdom
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 700 & Above Employee

• Broadcast Journalist

  • Mar 2004 - May 2006

  Presenter and Producer of 3 hour daily news & music based programme. Responsible for sourcing and developing all content. Maintain excellent relationships with key local organisations such as Police and Fire. Creation of short news packages and more in-depth topical reports. Other Responsibilities: Prepare and record hourly news bulletins. Contribute news content to all programming steams. Ensure delivery of commercial activity within news programme. Work closely with other show teams to ensure consistent on-brand programming. Show less



Takeover Radio

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Presenter / Head of Music

  • Apr 2002 - Aug 2004

  Present and produce drive-time programme. Produce daily Sport packages. Launch and manage Takeover Radio commercial production department. Write commercial scripts to brief and present to clients. Develop and deliver station music policy. Other Responsibilities: Training and development program for youth groups/station outreach. Compile playlists and PRS returns. Maintain record label relations. Schedule daily music. Maintain playout and music catalogue. Present and produce drive-time programme. Produce daily Sport packages. Launch and manage Takeover Radio commercial production department. Write commercial scripts to brief and present to clients. Develop and deliver station music policy. Other Responsibilities: Training and development program for youth groups/station outreach. Compile playlists and PRS returns. Maintain record label relations. Schedule daily music. Maintain playout and music catalogue.



Kerrang Radio

• Media Production
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Breakfast Show Producer

  • Apr 2004 - May 2004

  Produce Kerrang! breakfast show for RSL Broadcast in Liverpool. Conceive and develop programme ideas. Write and producer sketches and features. Book and manage guests and contributors. Other Responsibilities. Ensure show delivered key brand elements. Promote show and station within the local area. Brief presentation team on playlist. Produce Kerrang! breakfast show for RSL Broadcast in Liverpool. Conceive and develop programme ideas. Write and producer sketches and features. Book and manage guests and contributors. Other Responsibilities. Ensure show delivered key brand elements. Promote show and station within the local area. Brief presentation team on playlist.