Meet the Team

Annabelle Moore

Hi there, my name is Annabelle Moore, I am 24 years old, a born and bred Sydney sider, and I’m thrilled to be studying the Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting at AFTRS. For as long as I can remember, my deep passion has always been for voice and the spoken word. I want to turn this natural gift of mine into a future career. Growing up I religiously competed in every speech eisteddfod and debate competition available, including representing my state and placing 2nd overall in Australia. I also completed a Certificate of Communication at just 17 years old. Outside of AFTRS – I am a proud ‘theatre kid’, working as a front-of-house usher at two of Sydney’s most prestigious theatres the Sydney Lyric and Capitol Theatre. My hope for this course is to gain hands-on knowledge and experience and establish connections into an industry I care so deeply about.

Imy Abbot

Before enrolling at AFTRS, I completed my Certificate 4 and Diploma in radio and podcasting at TAFE, and have been passionately volunteering at my local community radio station since high school. I am studying the Graduate Diploma at AFTRS to help me further develop my skills, and open me up to a wide world of opportunity within the creative industry. Once completing my studies I would love to work as a music programmer or music journalist, wishfully for a broadcast such as Triple J or Rage.

Karl Svikis

I’m Karl Svikis and I’m studying radio and podcasting because I love talking and being behind a microphone! Before enrolling at AFTRS, I’d been working as a voiceover for 7 years and completed my Cert IV and Diploma in Radio and Podcasting! When I finish my studies I would like to be either the host of a radio show or podcast!

Kwame Slusher

I come from the world of print, but I’ve grown to love the world audio, particularly narrative audio, and the possibilities of audio storytelling. As host of All the Best at FBi 94.5, I have the privilege of presenting the work of incredible audio storytellers. I look forward to learning, and working, in different formats and just want to learn as much as I can.

Lee Chan

I’m studying radio and podcasting because I want to be the kind of storyteller that can give back to my audience and make a difference. Before enrolling at AFTRS, I had put my life on hold to be a full-time carer for my late aunt, who was battling cancer. I’m forever grateful to have had that opportunity because it changed my outlook on life. When I finish my studies I would like to have refined a podcast concept on heartbreak stories that will resonate with an audience and help them heal.

Mark Williamson

I am studying radio to further develop my skills in creative and entertaining audio storytelling for an audience. Before enrolling at AFTRS, I have over twenty years of experience as a performer, promotor, producer and commentator in Australian professional wrestling. I produced the series Underworld Wrestling (2018-2019), which streamed on Amazon Prime Video (2018-2022.) When I finish my studies, I would like to work on various radio platforms, telling entertaining tales and showcase unique forms of audio storytelling.

Molly Brookman

I’m a passionate & quirky music, media & radio nerd. After working in the Commercial Radio industry over the last few years, I decided to study Radio & Podcasting to further enhance my skills, gain more confidence by collaborating with like-minded creatives, and network to benefit my future career. Before enrolling at AFTRS, I felt privileged to be mentored by some amazing industry professionals whilst working at Triple M Newcastle, but I knew there was still so much more for me to learn! When I finish my studies, my ultimate goal would be to land a job at the ABC, specifically at Triple J, Double J, or Triple J Unearthed.

Nathan Roach

I joined radio and podcasting because I love comedy, being collaborative and being creative. I feel as though radio is a stable career where I can explore these interests. Before enrolling at AFTRS I was a video editor at Fox Sports and worked as an assistant producer on The Back Page Live TV show. When I finish my studies I would love to work on a podcast/radio station where my interest in comedy can be explored, such as Triple J, ABC, the Aunty Donna podcast or the Hamish and Andy podcast.

Jen Spiker

Old enough that I got up at 5am to be near the front of the line to get New Kids on the Block tickets, I chose to step back into the world of radio and audio after an 18-year break to raise my kids. I have invested in my children, educating them at home. I’ve learnt so much along the way, who knew history could be interesting if you had the right books? Raising kids with Autism and ADHD has exponentially grown my understanding of unique brains and how they impact a person’s life. My audio aspirations include music programming, podcast and audio production, on-air roles, voice over work and continuing in my current role as a daytime radio presenter.