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How to become a media producer & presenter

Present on-air, host radio shows and interview guests.

What does a media producer & presenter do?

Duties and tasks

  • Manage artistic and media productions to ensure quality, cost and time specifications are met.

  • Direct the development art policies, artistic programs and media production strategies.

  • Hire and coordinate a staff of production experts.

  • Manage media production facilities and equipment, including studios, editing equipment and stage and film equipment.

  • Research current stories on which to report or comment upon.

  • Prepare and read news bulletins, make special announcements, invite and interview guests and provide commentary on world events.

  • Present information on sports, politics and social, and economic news.

Industry bodies

Related jobs

  • Disk jockey

  • Journalist

  • Newsreader

  • Political commentator

  • Radio announcer

  • Radio broadcaster

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Griffith University

Bachelor of Arts

UndergraduateGRF-ART-DEG

Innovators, communicators and creators start here!

Develop critical thinking, writing, and research skills in demand across all industries. You can follow your passion with majors and electives that interest you. Develop connections through peer learning, networking, and work experience.

Study method
100% online
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Available majors

  • Creative Writing
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University of New England

Bachelor of Media and Communications

UndergraduateUNE-MCM-DEG

Creative communications for the digital era

Get to the core of communication and storytelling, then learn how to adapt it for digital. You’ve got the choice to specialise in media and culture - or - writing and publishing. Get ready for careers in PR, advertising, social media, journalism, and more.

Study method
100% online
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
Curtin University

Launch your future in digital and social media

Learn about the technologies, techniques, and issues surrounding online communication. You’ll explore social media and other forms of digital communication, and get the opportunity to collaborate and create online. Digital comms careers start here.

Study method
100% online
Duration
6 months full time or part time equivalent
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Southern Cross University

Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Arts

UndergraduateSCU-BAL-DEG

A double degree in arts and law

Prepare for a legal career with extended career options. An arts major like digital media or politics unlocks roles beyond private practice. Bolster your legal skills with critical thinking, communication, and problem solving. Expand your mind and future.

Study method
Online & on-campus
Duration
4 years full time or part time equivalent
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Macquarie University
Study method
100% online
Start dates
Starts 23 Feb 2026
Macquarie University

Media, Representation and Crime

UndergraduateMAQ-CRIX2001

Study method
100% online
Start dates
Starts 23 Feb 2026
La Trobe University

Media and Crime

UndergraduateLTU-LCR1002

Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Start dates
Starts 13 Jul 2026
Curtin University

Culture to Cultures

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Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Start dates
Starts 1 Dec 2025, 2 Mar 2026, 1 Jun 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 30 Nov 2026

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