Louise Evans has been appointed the new Manager of ABC Radio National.
“Louise is an outstanding media professional who brings both senior editorial and leadership skills to the job, having most recently worked at The Australian as Managing Editor, and then Commercial Editor. At The Australian she was instrumental in successfully leading staff, particularly through change processes as the organisation grappled with industry shifts.” said Director of ABC Radio Kate Dundas.
“Louise brings to the ABC expertise in editorial leadership and in creative and change management. She is a passionate listener to RN and extremely knowledgeable in the Australian media. In the last few months, Louise has also been tuning her radio ears professionally through recent work as a producer on RN Breakfast and on the Mornings program at 702 ABC Sydney. This passion combined with her editorial experience puts Louise in a great position to lead the RN team in a period of growth and change in a fast-moving media environment. Louise’s support of our talented line up of producers & presenters will help drive RN’s purpose of nurturing the intellectual and cultural life of this country.”
Starting her career as reporter on the Gold Coast Bulletin and the Canberra Times, Louise Evans went on to work at the Sydney Morning Herald as a Senior Writer & Columnist. She then joined AAP – Australian Associated Press as a correspondent with postings including China & the UK.
Evans joined News Ltd in 2001 as Sports Editor of The Australian and advanced through a number of roles at the newspaper including Deputy Chief of Staff, Features Editor, then was Managing Editor for a number of years before becoming Commercial Editor until last year.
Following her successful stint with News Ltd, she worked with the London Olympic Games last year in Communications management.
Evans is “thrilled” to have the opportunity to manage the network: “RN is a major force in Australian intellectual life and holds a unique place in the media industry. To play a part in engaging audiences with its talented program teams & outstanding content is a challenge to which I very much look forward.”
Michael Mason, who was acting in the position of RN Manager during the recent period of change, returns to his old position as Group PD of ABC Radio.
Louise Evans commences as Manager ABC Radio National on 6 May.