Presenting fine music on-air

Presenting classical music
Presenting specialist music areas


Presenting Classical Music

The main aim of the Presenter is to provide good company for the listener. Most of our Presenters are needed in the general classical area. Presenters interested in jazz, world & folk music should refer to the section on Presenting Specialist Music Areas for more information on these. The information following is relevant to all presenters.

Presenters research the music, composers and artist and write a script for presenting the program. Presenters can compile their own programs or present those prepared by others. Presenters do their own production, so are on their own in the studio, operating the broadcast panel equipment. Presenters need a well-modulated, friendly voice with clear diction. An interest in and some knowledge of music are essential as well as the ability to pronounce names in foreign languages. Presenters need to be able to think and react quickly under pressure. 2MBS-FM broadcasts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and shifts vary from approximately 1 hour to 4 hours. Training is provided in all aspects of presentation, broadcast equipment and panel operation. Before starting the training program, potential presenters undergo an audition to assess ability to handle equipment, music knowledge and voice suitability through the preparation and articulation of a short written program. The training will vary in duration, depending on qualifications and experience.



Presenting Specialist Music Areas

While 2MBS-FM is largely a classical music station it also has programs for jazz, world music, folk music and contemporary music. There are limited hours on air for each of these, so there is not a great demand for presenters. However, vacancies occur regularly, so if you fit the characteristics below, please contact us.

The 2MBS Music Library holds very little music in specialty areas, so one of the first requirements for specialist presenters is that they need to have a significant personal collection available to them as their programs will be drawn from their own music. Specialist presenters always prepare their own programs. In addition, specialist presenters need to have an extensive knowledge of the music scene in their area as they act as an expert to their listeners.

All Presenters go through the audition and training program described above in Presenting Classical Music.