Tom Martin

Head of Media & Comms @NBL. Experienced former Executive Producer, Content Creator & Communications Specialist. Passionate about cultivating sustainable team-driven success, and building big audiences.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

About

Experience

  • Head of Media & Communications at NBL
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Content Director & Executive Producer (SAFM) at Southern Cross Austereo
    Apr 2024 - Dec 2024 · 9 mos

    - Led content strategy, integrating broadcast and digital platforms to achieve audience growth and engagement. - Provided leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to on-air talent, producers, and digital teams. - Developed and executed strategic plans to maximize audience reach, revenue, and brand positioning. Recruited, onboarded, and trained content teams, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration. - Managed on-air programming, ensuring high-quality content, adherence to editorial guidelines, and competitive positioning. - Oversaw the station’s editorial direction, and compliance with broadcasting codes. - Spearheaded innovative promotions, integrating on-air and online opportunities for advertisers. - Acted as a key decision-maker in strategic direction, operational reviews, and audience insights. - Monitored market trends and competitor activity, providing insights to shape content strategy. - Managed and maintained social media presence in alignment with company policy and brand voice.

  • Relocation at Career Break
    Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 · 3 mos

    A relocation to Adelaide in South Australia thanks to my partner taking up a year-long contract at the Royal Adelaide Hospital. I enjoyed a short break away from work to recharge and reset.

  • Executive Producer at Australian Radio Network
    Aug 2020 - Dec 2023 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    - Spearheaded the Production of the highly successful "The Christian O'Connell Show" on Gold 104.3 in Melbourne, consistently rated #1FM in All 10+ Share for 23 out of 25 Surveys. - Nominated consecutively for "Best Producer" at the ACRA Awards in 2022 & 2023, reflecting excellence in creative production and management. - Led innovative campaigns and creative collaborations with our major clients & partners, contributing significantly to revenue generation for ARN. - The show's distinctive style of storytelling that defied conventional norms in Breakfast radio, resulting in the exceptional success and genuine audience connection. - Collaborated closely with Christian O'Connell, Jack Post, Sue Carter, and a fabulous production team, fostering a dynamic and high-performing work environment. This role allowed me to showcase my expertise in creative leadership, strategic planning, and content production. It was a privilege to be part of such an extraordinary team and contribute to the show's enormous success.

  • Southern Cross Austereo (4 yrs 4 mos)
    • Senior Producer
      Feb 2019 - Aug 2020 · 1 yr 7 mos

      Triple M's Hot Breakfast with Eddie McGuire & Luke Darcy

    • Executive Producer & Talent Development Manager
      Sep 2018 - Feb 2019 · 6 mos

      Tom & Olly (Triple M Network) & Talent Development (SCA National)

    • Senior Producer
      Jan 2018 - Sep 2018 · 9 mos

      Hughesy & Kate (Hit Network)