- Love listening to podcasts , rewatching old comedy shows also going to cinema watching horror and sc -fi , massive fan of James HERBERT
- ALso love making podcasts
- Listening to radio
Warren Damian Johnson
Greater Manchester,England
Summary
Creative professional with over 20 years of culinary experience and a developing passion for podcasting and broadcasting. Proficient in podcast hosting, recording, and editing, complemented by strong teamwork and communication skills honed in the hospitality industry. Reliable and adaptable, with a commitment to storytelling and media production.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Podcast Creator & Host
01.2020 - Current
- Host and producer of "The Chef: One Chef, One Pandemic" and "James & Warren Lockdown Movie Talk."
- Created original content, coordinated guest appearances, and designed cover art to ensure brand consistency.
- Managed distribution across major podcast platforms to maximise audience reach.
- Recorded, edited, and uploaded podcast episodes to enhance audience engagement.
- Set up studio environments and ensured clear sound quality.
Chef
Various Kitchens
01.1998 - 01.2026
- Delivered high-quality food preparation and customer service, including for high-profile guests.
- Maintained strict hygiene, safety, and quality standards.
- Coordinated with kitchen teams to ensure efficient service during busy periods.
- Thrived in fast-paced hospitality environments across the UK and abroad, adapting quickly to diverse settings and demands.
- Successfully ran a small catering business, managing clients and operations independently.
- Enhanced organisational abilities through effective coordination of tasks during busy periods.
Education
FD Radio Course (Year 1) -
The Manchester College (in partnership with Salford University)
01-2013
Radio Production Course Level 2 -
Manchester College (Radio Regen)
01-2011
NVQ Level 1 - Website Design
Truro College
Cornwall01-2009
English Writing & IT Skills
Newquay Open Learning Centre
Cornwall01-2008
Skills
- Podcast hosting
- Podcast production
- Podcast editing
- Audio editing
- GarageBand
- Studio setup
- Equipment operation
- Creative content planning
- Guest management
- Publishing
- Content strategy
- Audience engagement
- Social media
- Graphic design
- Podcast artwork
- Strong time management
- Meeting deadlines
- Working under pressure
- Teamwork
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Customer engagement
- Problem solving
Accomplishments
- Awarded Best Kept Kitchen at First Choice Holiday Company.
- Raised funds for Cancer Research UK through a charity parachute jump.
- Performed in three pantomime productions.
- Successfully ran and managed a catering business.
- Successfully help run high profile kitchens from Manchester house and CO-OP LIVE.
Custom
- Passionate about radio and podcasting - regular listener BBC 6 music and RadioX.
- Also enjoys music, films, and creative media projects.
Interests
Cinema, going to the football
- Watching Marvel films as well as old films from the 90s
- going to see Man City when ever possible
Timeline
Independent Podcast Creator & Host
01.2020 - Current
Chef
Various Kitchens
01.1998 - 01.2026
FD Radio Course (Year 1) -
The Manchester College (in partnership with Salford University)
Radio Production Course Level 2 -
Manchester College (Radio Regen)
NVQ Level 1 - Website Design
Truro College
English Writing & IT Skills
Newquay Open Learning Centre