The station’s seeking out 12 “unique and exciting new voices” to join the crew in 2021.
BBC Asian Network has launched a talent search for new presenters. It’s looking for new voices who “live and breathe British Asian culture” and have a passion for reporting on music, current affairs and entertainment.
While the search does focus on applicants whose strengths lie in presenting, BBC Asian Network is welcoming applications from people with and without previous radio experience.
The station plans to whittle the applicants down to a final twelve who will then host four two-hour Sunday shows each between March 2021 and February 2022.
Ahmed Hussain, Head of BBC Asian Network, says: “Asian Network is all about your voice and I’m excited to hear from the next generation of presenters from right across the UK. This is a chance to represent what you’re really about and what you can bring to the Asian Network. We’ve created a brand new two-hour slot on Sundays to ensure that we give the best opportunities to our stars of tomorrow. The great thing about this is that you don’t even need previous radio experience!”
Applications are now open via the uploader on the BBC Asian Network website and will close at midnight on 24 January 2021.
📢ANNOUNCEMENT📢@bbcasiannetwork are looking for 12 New Presenter Voices to join the station from March 2021!🎉
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— BBC Radio 1, 1Xtra & Asian Network Press Office (@BBCRadio1PR) December 15, 2020
