George Scotland
Summary
Broadcast journalist with experience across BBC radio and digital platforms. Experience includes researching and developing news and human-interest stories, interviewing contributors, and producing radio, video and social media content. Comfortable working across different formats and covering a range of subjects. Currently working freelance and developing experience in newsroom environments.
Overview
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12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Journalist
BBC Radio Oxford
04.2025 - 08.2026
- Produced live breakfast show with engaging content delivery.
- Coordinated multiple packages for seamless airing.
- Reunited 'The Singing Estate' from Channel Five documentary after two decades.
Broadcast Journalist
BBC RADIO WM
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Uncovered two exclusives including claims of bullying at additional needs school (which I presented as a live two-way on radio) and was picked up by TV.
- Covered story for radio about biomass heating rising for Solihull tower block residents soaring, discovering it was due to war in Ukraine. This was the lead story on Midlands Today picked up by TV.
- Delivered my own television report which was broadcast on Midlands Today.
Broadcast Journalist
GLOBAL RADIO
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Conceived engaging story concepts.
- Created and transmitted radio bulletin using Burli focusing on ADHD and autism waiting lists.
- Supported production processes to ensure timely broadcasts.
Broadcast Journalist
ITV NEWS
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Conducted research and interviews for TV package highlighting necessity of increased toy libraries across Wales.
- Assisted production team in developing content for 6pm bulletin.
- Collaborated with team members to support project delivery within deadlines.
Co-host
UNIVERSITY RADIO NOTTINGHAM
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Co-hosted breakfast show on Saturdays.
- Assisted in creating diverse segments for audience engagement.
- Conducted interviews with notable guests including Lillian Greenwood MP, Dr Paul Jordan, and Sophie Ellis-Bextor.
Reporter
LEYS NEWS/ OXFORD TODAY
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Reported on the General Election count 2017 for Oxford East interviewing the newly elected Anneliese Dodds MP.
- Writing various articles for online.
Continuity Announcer
CHANNEL FOUR
01.2016
- Wrote scripts and announced programmes on E4 for Channel Four's Year of Disability to highlight Dyspraxia.
Education
BCTJ-Accredited MA Broadcast Journalism -
Cardiff University
04-2026
BA - Politics and International Relations
University of Nottingham
01-2022
ACCESS TO HUMANTIES - Distinction
Reading College
01-2019
Skills
- Reporting and online writing
- TV and radio production
- Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro
- Audio editing with Adobe Audition
- Mobile journalism techniques
- Verification and fact-checking
- Broadcasting software and tools
- Panasonic CX350 operation
- Blackmagic camera operation
- Burli and Highlander software
Languages
French
Languages
4,B2
Timeline
Journalist
BBC Radio Oxford
04.2025 - 08.2026
Broadcast Journalist
BBC RADIO WM
10.2024 - 04.2025
Broadcast Journalist
GLOBAL RADIO
04.2024 - 04.2024
Broadcast Journalist
ITV NEWS
04.2024 - 04.2024
Co-host
UNIVERSITY RADIO NOTTINGHAM
01.2020 - 06.2022
Continuity Announcer
CHANNEL FOUR
01.2016
Reporter
LEYS NEWS/ OXFORD TODAY
01.2015 - 01.2017
BCTJ-Accredited MA Broadcast Journalism -
Cardiff University
BA - Politics and International Relations
University of Nottingham
ACCESS TO HUMANTIES - Distinction
Reading College