Oscar Edwards

Experienced journalist working with the BBC Wales digital team. I have written stories for our website and social media platforms. I have also been part of the Next Generation Committee at the BBC performing my duties alongside my permanent role since completing the apprenticeship scheme.

Journalism Advanced Apprentice - BBC Wales - Cardiff

(2022-01 - 2024-05)

• Completed a term with each department familiarizing myself with the newsroom.
• Attended training weeks at BBC bases around the UK with experts in each field.
• Completed media law and scenario-based exams in line with the NCTJ Level 7 Qualification.

Radio journalist - BBC Wales - Cardiff

(2024-05 - 2024-11)

• Read and wrote hourly bulletins for our platform BBC Radio Wales.
• Liaised with correspondents to get audio clips for our radio programs.
• Attended daily meetings with editors to discuss upcoming stories and treatment for radio.
• Delivered the news in an effective and impactful way to maximise engagement with audiences.
• Read bulletins for live shows requiring excellent timekeeping.
• Worked with the newsgathering team to chase leads and get information to update our stories.

DIGITAL Journalist - BBC Wales - Cardiff

(2024-11)

• Written captivating stories that interest our audience achieving higher than average viewing figures.
• Worked with the online team to develop stories that will interest our undeserved audiences.
• Had several stories lead the Welsh index and feature in the most read articles across the BBC network.
• Templated or re-written copy sent in by our reporters and correspondents.
• Arranged interviews and gained the trust of case studies that have contributed to my work.
• Worked on live pages ranging from the Oasis tour to by-elections on the BBC website.
• Reported on and helped to produce a Big Cases true crime investigation episode for BBC iPlayer.

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism - University of Derby (2020-06)