Presenter, RNZ Concert (Casual)

Te Tūranga – The opportunity 

We’re looking for passionate classical music communicators to prepare and present a range of RNZ Concert radio programmes and live concert broadcasts. We are especially interested in people who are available to work over the summer. Training will be provided.

Te Mahi – About the job

The role of Casual Presenter is to deliver music presentation, with a New Zealand perspective, to engage and entertain diverse audiences. This may be working alone, or in collaboration with the RNZ Concert team and others. 

We are accepting applications from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

As an independent, commercial-free public service broadcaster, Radio New Zealand’s purpose is to serve the public interest.

You will: 

• Present our engaging classical music programmes. Provide warm, knowledgeable companionship to listeners.

• Introduce music, artists and events with confidence and flair.

• Research information about the music provided, and prepare accurate, concise, compelling talk content.

• Present live and recorded spoken content in studio and live broadcast environments.

• Deliver clear, accurate pronunciation, including te reo Māori and international languages.

• Use broadcast technology efficiently and accurately.

• Uphold RNZ's editorial, broadcasting and pronunciation standards.

• Celebrate and share classical music and its communities in Aotearoa and around the world.

• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a small team.

• Help grow audience engagement and a love of classical music.

Ōu Pūkenga – About You

• A clear, confident and engaging communicator with strong pronunciation skills.

• Passionate and knowledgeable about classical music and curious to learn more.

• Warm, approachable and able to build a connection with listeners.

• Comfortable performing live and under pressure.

• Technically confident and willing to learn new systems.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Organised, reliable and well-prepared.

Please provide examples of your public speaking, presenting, performing or audience engagement experience. This could include radio, podcasting, MC work, teaching, public speaking, live performance, interviews, community events or digital content creation. Where possible, include links to audio or video samples of your speaking voice.

Ngā Hua: What we offer

At RNZ, you’ll be joining a passionate team who love what they do and are committed to making a difference. We offer:

• A chance to serve the public good.

• Wellbeing support, including access to confidential guidance and counselling services.

• A friendly, welcoming and inclusive culture.

• Regular development and training opportunities for our people.

• Competitive salary and matched KiwiSaver contributions up to 4%.

Te Ahurea – Our Culture

At RNZ we are committed to fostering an inclusive and constructive culture. This means creating a place where our people feel like they belong and can do their best work. We do this through our attitudes; Be Bold, Better Every Day and Extend Manaakitanga. 

This is a casual role based in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch but we are open to flexibility.

Applications close: Sunday, 1st November, 2026 unless filled prior. 

To apply for this role please complete your application on our careers site, including your covering letter and a CV. If applying through SEEK you will be able to view and download a copy of the job description for this role after clicking Apply. 

If you'd like to speak to someone about this role, please get in touch with the recruitment team on jobs@rnz.co.nz.

RNZ is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and welcomes applicants reflecting New Zealand’s cultural and ethnic diversity.

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