Martin Pickup

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Journalist / Producer / Copywriter
Martin Pickup's Location
Greater Sydney Area, Australia
About Martin Pickup

Martin Pickup is a Journalist / Producer / Copywriter.

Martin Pickup's Current Company Details

Journalist / Producer / Copywriter
Martin Pickup Work Experience Details
  • Get 'Em Onside
    Contributor
    Get 'Em Onside Oct 2017 - Mar 2018
    Sydney, Australia
  • Tabcorp
    Production - Sky Racing
    Tabcorp Jun 2017 - Sep 2017
    Sydney, Australia
  • Radio 2Sm 1269 Sydney
    Senior Producer - Talkin'​ Sport 2013-16
    Radio 2Sm 1269 Sydney Apr 2013 - Nov 2016
    Pyrmont, New South Wales, Australia
    -Senior Producer 'Talkin' Sport', Sydney's only drive-time sports talk show hosted by Graeme Hughes. Played many roles of Producer, Journalist, Operations and Administration, researcher, recruiter, talent co-ordinator, Switchboard Operator, Panel Operator, Crew Trainer.-Used Electronic New Production Service (ENPS) daily for in-depth research and analysis regarding topical domestic and international sporting content for the Australian market.-Responsible for editorial direction of the program, writing news and content.-Planned show and lined up guests on a daily basis and was program musical director, synchronising musical themes to suit show narrative to audience acclaim.-Panel Operator. On-Air operation of the radio mixing desk dictates a need to maintain a level head under various pressure situations.-Outside Broadcasts - Co-ordinated staff with foreign venues, staff and unfamiliar equipment in a technical relay to get the show to air seamlessly.-Switchboard Operator - Systems management including electronic and phone communications. Co-ordinated relevant callers complimenting the topics of the day.-Social Media/Online - Maintained and moderated Talkin' Sport social media and homepage on 2SM website, provided news content, monitored audience feedback and uploaded podcasts.-Licenced interviews with players to their NRL clubs for inclusion on web sites and blogs.-Regularly trained Juniors due to high Staff turnover, teaching office protocol and standards regarding equipment and etiquette of individual shows.-Provided Newsreaders daily sporting news and information plus correct pronunciation of team and athlete names.
  • Radio 2Sm 1269 Sydney
    Panel Operator - The John Laws Show 2013, 2015-16
    Radio 2Sm 1269 Sydney Apr 2013 - Nov 2016
    Pyrmont, New South Wales, Australia
    Panel Operator for the iconic 'John Laws Show' managing the morning program as timekeeper, monitoring callers, as well as being the program Sport Consultant. On-air operation of the radio mixing desk dictates a need to maintain a level head under various pressure situations that often arise.-Interacting with Mr Laws during all news bulletins and commercial breaks to bring him back on air, on time.-A career highlight being involved in John Laws' legendary career spanning 60+ years on Australian Airwaves. It was a pleasure and a privilege working with him.
  • 2Sm Super Network
    Radio 2Sm 1269 Sydney
    2Sm Super Network Mar 2012 - Mar 2013
    Pyrmont, New South Wales, Australia
    On-Air Weekend Sports Preview. Weekly segment on Grant Goldman's Friday morning radio show,
  • Network 10
    Reporter / Producer / Editor / Archivist - Sports Tonight / One Hd
    Network 10 Mar 2006 - Jul 2011
    Pyrmont, New South Wales, Australia
    Reporter, Producer, Writer, Editor, Archivist, Content Server Operator-Sports Tonight NRL REPORTER. Conducted dressing room interviews with Rugby League Players and Coaches over three seasons 2006-08. 220+ games @ 70+ per season, including State of Origin, Finals series and Grand Finals, covering a match each Friday, Saturday and Sunday.PRODUCER on Ten's digital channel One HD. From the dedicated 24hr sport channels '08 inception & '09 launch, until the format change to regular programming in 2011. -LIVE Producer on international broadcasts of NFL, CFB, NBA, MLB, NASCAR, Golf, MMA & Boxing.-Proficient with Electronic News Production Service (ENPS) for in-depth research and analysis.-Creator,Associate Producer of MVP,half hour magazine style show. AP for RPM & NBL programs.VIDEO EDITOR responsible for same day replays of that mornings LIVE US Sports, cut to Prime-Time packages, as well as PROMO'S advertising coming events and Replays.-Short and long form editing for various News and Sports Programs.ARCHIVIST of US sports broadcast library.-Proficient in EVS IPDirector, Final Cut Pro and MAM Systems.TRAINED Presentation Co-ordinators regularly on the rules, regulations and nuances of all of the various codes of American Sports, translating to a superior viewing experience.
  • Radio 2Ue / Talking Lifestyle
    Journalist - On-Air Nfl Report, Weekly Segment - 'Sports Today'​ Show
    Radio 2Ue / Talking Lifestyle Sep 2007 - Feb 2010
    Sydney, Australia
    Researched, analysed and conversed with hosts Greg Alexander and John Gibbs for three seasons on Tuesday night NFL segment for their 'Sports Today' radio show.
  • Men Of League Foundation - Rugby League Charity
    Journalist - Volunteer Position
    Men Of League Foundation - Rugby League Charity Jul 2002 - Oct 2004
    Sydney
    Volunteered for Rugby League Charity supporting the welfare of ex-players. Compiled bi-monthly newsletters incorporating feature articles on legends of the sport. Used my extensive network for interviews as well as relevant biographies for regional tour booklets for the great charity that regularly traverses the country fundraising for ex-players in need.
  • Rugby League World Magazine
    Journalist - Staff Writer / Office Manager
    Rugby League World Magazine Mar 2002 - Oct 2002
    Manly, Nsw, Australia
    Staff writer for British magazines only season of operation in Australia.Office Manager, operational and administrative tasks. Due to finances many abandoned their posts resulting in an accumulation of more roles and reponsibilities. I took advantage of this tremendous opportunity and made myself available for more duties than I could handle and gained invaluable experience.-Researched and wrote articles across a broad section of Rugby League utilising an extensive knowledge gained as a professional in Australia and UK, whilst leveraging existing relationships due to my family link to the sport (Father and Grandfather)

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Martin Pickup's current role is Journalist / Producer / Copywriter.

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Martin Pickup attended University Of Technology Sydney, University Of Canberra, Valhalla High School, St. Augustine’s College Brookvale, St.joseph’s College, Hunter’s Hill.

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