Ben Wheatley

My time at Scratch Radio holds a special place in my heart, having been

the place that introduced me to the world of radio, and allowed me to

practice and learn how to be a media producer. I joined the station as

Deputy Head of Music, instantly assisting in the sound Scratch Radio

broadcast, soon moving into producing, and finally presenting. 

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After 6 months, I was elected at Head of Music, having overall control of

all scheduling, and station sound. I launched New Music Mondays, the

Study Sessions Playlist, Pre Party Playlist, as well as establishing the

Scratch Radio Music Team. I also ran all the music PR and interview

requests we were offered, as well as striking up a new relationship with

the Beggars group to become part of their mailing list. I would also contact

as many Managers and PR companies to organise interviews for members,

to they could interview their favourite artists, gaining experience and

having a laugh at the same time. 

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After 12 months, I became the Station Controller, over-seeing the day to day running of every aspect of the station, ensuring all roles were being completed to the standards I set my entire committee. During this time, I also acted as the stations Specialist Controller for 6 months, as our previously elected member could no longer commit to the station.

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I hosted a range of shows on the station, starting off with daytime presenting to learn the craft, later leaning more towards specialist radio, most notably honing in on new music. I became a co-host on Chrissy Hall's new music show in mid 2015, later going on to host the Monday Unwind and Take A Note between September 2015 and May 2016. During this time, I also launched, co-hosted and co-produced The Music Review Show as Head of Music with my then Deputy Head of Music. 

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The last show I hosted on the station was The New Music Show, from September 2016 till March 2017, acting as the stations lead anchor of new music, kicking of New Music Mondays. 

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My time at Scratch Radio was amazing, and it will always hold a place in my heart as the beginning of my media career. Below is a link to my Mixcloud account, which features a large percentage of the shows I hosted on Scratch Radio.