JACOB DUNSTAN
Balaclava,VIC
Summary
I am a driven and confident radio journalist with excellent communication and presentation skills. I have expertise and many years of experience in a variety of areas, particularly in radio (announcing), producing, content and feature writing. I am tertiary qualified (Communications/Journalism graduate), digitally savvy - with knowledge spanning many editing programs (including NewsBoss, Burli etc) and possess a range of skills conducive to working effectively in a high-pressure, dynamic environment. I am eager for a fresh challenge, and to consolidate my career in the journalistic field. I am also a avid arts & film buff, keen creative writer and actor - having recently qualified to write freelance pieces for Collider. I have also trained in acting (having completed the Full Time Acting for Screen Course at Film and Television Studio International, Melbourne - 2024).
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Features Writer
Collider
Remote
05.2022 - Current
- Freelance position writing film, TV and cinema-related articles for online entertainment platform Collider
- Some of my articles have attracted over 100,00 page views
- Work can be viewed online - have a personal writing profile
- Work also requires proficiency with image editing technology and using the platform Emaki.
News Reader
2SERFM
Sydney, Australia
12.2017 - 02.2022
- Continuing to garner further experience on the radio via morning shifts in the newsroom for 2SERFM
- I produce/write stories in accordance with deadlines, and read the news on the hour and half hour
- I am continuing to fine-tune my skills, and am using programs such as Burli to produce stories and kickers, and to cut and integrate audio grabs into bulletins
Producer (The Daily)
2SER
Sydney, Australia
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Company Overview: Produced and prepared stories to be aired on 'the Daily', a popular segment on 2SERFM
- Produced and prepared stories to be aired on 'the Daily', a popular segment on 2SERFM
- I organised talent to be interviewed, and compiled information on a human interest topic of choice in keeping with the station's tone
- Produced and prepared stories to be aired on 'the Daily', a popular segment on 2SERFM
News Reader
2NURFM
Newcastle, Australia
11.2012 - 12.2015
- Company Overview: Built extensive experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic newsroom environment via voluntary work at 2NURFM
- Built extensive experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic newsroom environment via voluntary work at 2NURFM
- I am now very well-versed in news radio and am adept at over-the-phone interviews, announcing, and am proficient with a number of programs including, but not limited to NewsBoss and Audio Editor
- Have considerable experience meeting deadlines and producing high quality stories at a fast rate
- Have read the news on air since late 2014 (the midday, 1PM and 2PM bulletins) and possess a strong radio voice, priding myself on clarity and conviction
- Built extensive experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic newsroom environment via voluntary work at 2NURFM
Counselor
Camp Pinewood
Hendersonville, USA
01.2013 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: Worked as a summer camp counselor for sevral consecutive American summers
- This role requires constant supervision of campers
- Was an outgoing, positive, active and very highly regarded counselor who received glowing feedback on performance and work ethic
- A highly valued employee, I was ultimately afforded further opportunities such as trip leader, and furthered my leadership skills
- My most recent summer allowed me to work as a director one again, and allowed me to showcase leadership and creativity through the running of activities.
Education
Bachelor of Communications - Journalism
University of Newcastle
06.2016
Skills
- Radio Journalism
- News Reading
- News Production
- Sales
- Management
- Public Speaking
- Writing
- Leadership
- Communication
- Broadcasting
- Acting
Websites
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/15/92
Timeline
Features Writer
Collider
05.2022 - Current
News Reader
2SERFM
12.2017 - 02.2022
Producer (The Daily)
2SER
09.2017 - 12.2017
Counselor
Camp Pinewood
01.2013 - 08.2024
News Reader
2NURFM
11.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Communications - Journalism
University of Newcastle