Sam is an Irish journalist and radio broadcaster who first began studying journalism at Rathmines College where he gained a FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Journalism and Public Relations in 2012 and then a Higher National Diploma in Journalism in 2014.
In 2016, he completed a BA (Hons) degree in Broadcasting and Journalism from the University of Wolverhampton where he was awarded a first-class honours.
Since graduating, Sam has worked with Classic Hits 4FM as a researcher and broadcast assistant.
Currently, Sam works for Dublin City FM as a production manager, producer and broadcast journalist where he has undertaken a number of duties and responsibilities including:
- Presenting a news and current affairs weekend programme which involves researching, reporting, preparing running orders, writing briefs, booking guests, conducting interviews and vox pops
- Producing and hosting the premier weekday morning magazine show
- Preparing, scripting and reading news bulletins live on-air
- Hosting a programme in conjunction with Dublin City Council which involves interviewing people from all walks of life about events happening in Dublin and more
- Representing the station at press briefings
- Editing audio packages with digital editing software for broadcast
- Managing the social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
- Ad hoc administrative and clerical duties
- Responsible for management of audio catalogues
Furthermore, Sam was a digital journalist at The Irish Sun where he wrote news articles covering current affairs, politics, crime & more.
In addition, Sam also hosted a podcast titled “The Third Degree” which aimed to provide insightful and informative commentary on the latest stories and topics making the news.
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