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References
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Darren Ogden

Lawson,NSW

Summary

Versatile professional with extensive experience across media production, logistics, and education. Former senior television producer with a decade at Channel Nine and Sky News, transitioning to over a decade of reliable service as a Postal Delivery Officer with Australia Post. Currently completing a Master of Primary Teaching, with a strong commitment to inclusive education, communication, and community service.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Provider

Self Employed
01.2025 - Current
  • Provided meal, travel, personal services and social support for an elderly female client with advanced dementia and severely reduced mobility.
  • Developed a close yet professional relationship with the support of family and a collaborative team of fellow care workers.

Postal Delivery Officer (Motorcycle Postie)

Australia Post
01.2012 - 01.2025
  • Delivered and managed high-volume daily postal rounds with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Maintained safety standards while operating motorcycles across diverse urban and regional routes.
  • Provided reliable customer service and built trust within local communities.

Freelance Television Producer

Self Employed Contractor
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Produced television segments for national broadcast and corporate clients.
  • Managed budgets, scripts, and crews under tight production schedules.

Senior Producer (The Today Show, Mornings with Kerri-Anne, The Catch Up)

Channel Nine
01.1999 - 01.2008
  • Directed live broadcasts and high-profile segments for national morning television.
  • Coordinated teams of presenters, journalists, and production staff.
  • Delivered creative content that reached millions of viewers daily.

News Producer

Sky News Australia
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Produced live news bulletins and breaking news coverage.
  • Coordinated editorial teams in a fast-paced 24-hour newsroom.

Field Hand & Surveyors Assistant

SIPA Resources
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Assisted with geological survey work and field operations.
  • Collected and recorded data supporting exploration projects.

Editorial Assistant

News Ltd. Newspapers, Sydney
01.1992 - 01.1994
  • Supported editorial teams with research, copy editing, and production tasks.
  • Gained strong foundations in journalism and media processes.

Education

Master of Primary Teaching -

University of Western Sydney
Online
08.2025

Certificate III in Disability Care -

TAFE NSW
Wentworth Falls, NSW
01.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communications – Journalism

University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT
01.1991

Skills

  • Logistics and route management
  • Inclusive teaching practices
  • Broadcast media production
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Customer service and relations
  • Problem solving and adaptability

References

Available upon request

Affiliations

  • Bush walking & mountain bike riding
  • Vintage motorcycles
  • Family & reading

Timeline

Care Provider

Self Employed
01.2025 - Current

Postal Delivery Officer (Motorcycle Postie)

Australia Post
01.2012 - 01.2025

Freelance Television Producer

Self Employed Contractor
01.2008 - 01.2011

Senior Producer (The Today Show, Mornings with Kerri-Anne, The Catch Up)

Channel Nine
01.1999 - 01.2008

News Producer

Sky News Australia
01.1996 - 01.1999

Field Hand & Surveyors Assistant

SIPA Resources
01.1994 - 01.1996

Editorial Assistant

News Ltd. Newspapers, Sydney
01.1992 - 01.1994

Master of Primary Teaching -

University of Western Sydney

Certificate III in Disability Care -

TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Arts - Communications – Journalism

University of Canberra

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