Experience

Fun Asia Network

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Deputy Program Director / Announcer - TALK 100.3

  • May 2021 - Present

  Programming Head of TALK 100.3 - Answering to the Group Programming Director. I helped launch a brand new radio station, including Breakfast and Drive Shows, with the first Hindi based Talk Station in the UAE. TALK 100.3 is UAE's home of Talk, Sport and Conversation with a focus on the South Asian Audience and the Official Rights Holder for every International Cricket Council Event. Programming Head of TALK 100.3 - Answering to the Group Programming Director. I helped launch a brand new radio station, including Breakfast and Drive Shows, with the first Hindi based Talk Station in the UAE. TALK 100.3 is UAE's home of Talk, Sport and Conversation with a focus on the South Asian Audience and the Official Rights Holder for every International Cricket Council Event.



Lachlan Kitchen / MC

• Corporate Host, Speaker, M.C.

  • 2005 - Present

  I have vast experience from hosting various events including weddings, trivia nights, lunches and Corporate Events in front of 8 000 people. Previous & Current Clients include; - St George- Illawarra Dragons Rugby League Club, KPMG (Sydney), Rock Eisteddfod Events, Sydney Business School, Mortgage Wisdom, Ray White Real Estate, Destination Wollongong, University of Wollongong I have vast experience from hosting various events including weddings, trivia nights, lunches and Corporate Events in front of 8 000 people. Previous & Current Clients include; - St George- Illawarra Dragons Rugby League Club, KPMG (Sydney), Rock Eisteddfod Events, Sydney Business School, Mortgage Wisdom, Ray White Real Estate, Destination Wollongong, University of Wollongong



Gulf News

• United Arab Emirates
• Newspaper Publishing
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Podcast Producer / Webinar Host

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  Undertaking a variety of hosting and presenting opportunities in the form of podcasts, webinars and broadcasts across various outlets. Responsible for interviewing key speakers and prominent local business leaders and providing entertaining content to interest consumers and keep audiences engaged in the programs. Undertaking a variety of hosting and presenting opportunities in the form of podcasts, webinars and broadcasts across various outlets. Responsible for interviewing key speakers and prominent local business leaders and providing entertaining content to interest consumers and keep audiences engaged in the programs.



Arabian Radio Network

• Senior Breakfast Presenter - Dubai 92

  • May 2019 - Jul 2020

  Dubai 92 is an English-language radio station broadcast across the United Arab Emirates, and part of the Arabian Radio Network. Presented the ‘George & Kitch Show’ breakfast radio program alongside co-host George Ryland. Key Responsibilities • Planned and developed engaging concepts and ideas for breakfast radio show including local news events, competitions, and musical content in line with target audience interests. • Collaborated with marketing and events teams to produce competitions and publicity events, in conjunction with leading brands and local companies investing in advertising revenue and sponsorship. • Researched show features ensuring factual content and story engagement. • Interviewed and introduced guest speakers including celebrities, local business leaders and social media influencers. • Assisted with sound content and broadcast radio technical requirements for optimal listening experiences. Show less



Australian Film Television and Radio School

• Australia
• Entertainment Providers
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Industry Lecturer - Radio

  • Jun 2018 - Apr 2019

  Mentor Full-Time Graduate Diploma Students. Teach the Radio Intensive Short Courses. Corporate Media Training. Mentor Full-Time Graduate Diploma Students. Teach the Radio Intensive Short Courses. Corporate Media Training.



Macquarie Media Limited

• Australia
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Producer - Radio 2GB

  • Dec 2018 - Mar 2019

  2GB is a commercial radio station that broadcasts across Sydney, Australia. Initially joined the station as a Producer and fast-tracked to Executive Producer for the afternoon drive radio show. Key Responsibilities • Produced the Radio show 'Summer Drive with Luke Grant' for Radio 2GB. • Generated and researched programme ideas to fit with audience interests and current news and events. • Developed content and material for pre-recorded and recorded programs. • Sourced potential radio guests, coordinating all necessary logistics and resources to ensure operations run to schedule. • Selected appropriate music in-line with target audience, radio show brand and programme timeslot. Show less



WIN Corporation Pty Ltd

• Australia
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Presenter – i98FM Radio & WIN TV

  • Feb 2016 - Mar 2019

  • Hosted the morning show (9am – 12pm) delivering conversation and information about current events, news and entertainment across a range of show segments.• Worked alongside the production team to determine engaging content and position leadership amongst show competitors.• Oversaw technical and studio audio requirements and adapted sound to fit with show programming.• Collaborated with the show Producer to sequence music tracks, advertising and interviews.

• i98FM Programme Director

  • Feb 2014 - Feb 2016

  • Reported to the CEO and Executive Committee, responsible for leading a 15 member programming team including Announcers, Journalists, Producers, Street teams and other support staff.• Defined and evolved the i98 media brand and format ensuring consistent brand story and communications.• Managed the marketing and promotional content production and delivery in conjunction with events and marketing teams, PR agencies, operational teams and management.• Planned and determined promotional content in line with audience demographics, budget and communications strategy.• Collaborated with leading corporate clients including McDonalds, Toyota and the Harvey Norman Group to establish promotional and publicity needs. Show less

• Group Assistant Content Director i98FM (Wollongong) & C91.3 (Campbelltown).

  • Jun 2008 - Feb 2014

  • Delivered consistent show branding, content and communication strategy.• Provided technical training and leadership of studio software to production and presenting colleagues.

• Radio i98FM Presenter & Assistant Music Director

  • Jul 2004 - Jun 2008

  Presented various shows for i98FM radio station including the breakfast, morning afternoon and drive shows.



Commercial Radio Australia

• Regional Radio Board Member

  • Mar 2014 - Feb 2016

  Define the strategy and ROI marketing campaigns for Australian Radio Stations & Media Agencies. Co-design and orchestrate the survey & research methodology, in accordance with industry guidelines, for 75 regional/provincial radio stations across Australia. Define the strategy and ROI marketing campaigns for Australian Radio Stations & Media Agencies. Co-design and orchestrate the survey & research methodology, in accordance with industry guidelines, for 75 regional/provincial radio stations across Australia.



Unharm

• Australia
• Public Policy Offices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Media / PR Advisor, Senate Candidate (NSW) Miles Hunt

  • Jul 2013 - Sep 2013

  Designed and implemented a strategic communication and media campaign, for Senate Candidate Miles Hunt (Unharm) in the lead up to the 2013 Federal Election. Designed and implemented a strategic communication and media campaign, for Senate Candidate Miles Hunt (Unharm) in the lead up to the 2013 Federal Election.



MTV/MBC Channels Pvt. Ltd., Capital Maharaja Organisation

• Radio Programming Consultant

  • Sep 2008 - Dec 2008

  Radio Consultant to YES FM, Sri Lanka's #1 English language radio station. Achieved results in a multi-cultural, multi-language environment. Develop schedule and programming strategies. Creation of advertising and promotional campaigns, in assistance sales and marketing, to provide solutions for clients. Radio Consultant to YES FM, Sri Lanka's #1 English language radio station. Achieved results in a multi-cultural, multi-language environment. Develop schedule and programming strategies. Creation of advertising and promotional campaigns, in assistance sales and marketing, to provide solutions for clients.

• Industry Lecturer - Radio

  • Feb 2008 - Aug 2008

Austereo
• Australia
• Telecommunications
• 2Day FM - Promotions (Community Switch Board)

  • Feb 2003 - Oct 2003


Barnco Pty Ltd

• Australia
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales & Marketing Operations

  • Nov 1999 - Nov 2001

  Supply and support with Australia's leading supplier of quality products to kitchens, restaurants and the meat processing industry. Supply and support with Australia's leading supplier of quality products to kitchens, restaurants and the meat processing industry.