The Australian Film Television and Radio School congratulates the 2007 Commercial Radio graduands, who have just completed their studies. The talented group of 12 students received professional training covering all facets of the radio industry, and will formally graduate on November 30.
11 of the 12 have already been offered employment in the industry, a true testament to the success of AFTRS Radio courses.
Some of the exciting new careers being embarked upon include:
Jason Allen – Production and on air at NX FM Newcastle
Lia Crowley – Breakfast co-host, Zoo FM Dubbo
Simone Kelly – On air and Copywriting at FM 104.7 Grafton
Kirsty Meyer – News and Drive co-host, Radio Channel 4 Dubai
Jayden O’Connell – Night Announcer and Production Manager, Power FM Muswellbrook
Nerissa Pace – News at Sea FM Gold Coast
Natalie Peters – News at ARN Sydney
Jordan Peters – On air and Production at Power FM Bega
Melanie Sargeant – Announcer, Nova Perth
Scott Tant – Production and On air at Eagle FM Goulburn
Ashley Keenan – Australian Traffic Network, Canberra
Natalie Peters, who is now working in the WSFM and Mix 106.5 newsroom, says the course more than fulfilled her expectations: “I never knew we’d learn so much about radio in just one year. It’s put us in such a great position to go out into the real world of radio and continue learning and growing through our careers, all the while knowing the AFTRS team will always be there to help us along the way.”
Nova Perth’s newest recruit Melanie Sargeant says: “I’ve never experienced a support network like AFTRS in my entire lifetime. Without you I wouldn’t have been given the opportunities to prove myself and for that I’ll be eternally grateful… AFTRS is incredible!”
AFTRS Radio courses have been running for 25 years, producing hundreds of graduates who are now enjoying successful careers in the radio industry.
AFTRS Director of Radio Steve Ahern has told radioinfo:
“Our Radio courses are very challenging, but if the students embrace the challenges and enjoy the learning experience, they are ready for the tough but exciting world of radio”
Applications for next year’s AFTRS Graduate Diploma Radio courses are open now.
Visit the link below for more details.