The Radio Blueprint – plan it, create it, broadcast it!
Are you a young adult aged 18 to 30, excited to kickstart your career in radio? Look no further!
Radio Lab 2026 is your chance to dive into the exciting world of live radio broadcasting! This immersive course is designed for aspiring presenters, producers, and creatives who want to learn the art of radio from industry professionals.
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Lead by industry pros
In partnership with the Phoenix centre and Led by Kitty Perrin and Amy Nomvula – two dynamic radio presenters with experience at BBC Radio – this course gives you insider knowledge and hands-on skills to launch your journey in broadcasting.
Meet the facilitators
Kitty Perrin
Kitty Perrin is a radio presenter & producer based in Lewisham. She has produced and presented programmes across the BBC Radio network, including BBC Radio 4, 6 Music, and Radio 1. She also spent 4 years hosting BBC Music Introducing and youth show The Social. Alongside her freelance radio and voiceover work, Kitty is now managing Radio Lewisham, an award-winning, youth-led community radio station.
Amy Nomvula
Amy Nomvula is an audio and events producer with years of experience in radio broadcasting, community work and creative production. Following many years of work with community radio stations, the BBC and a range of grassroots projects, Amy founded innate creates – a production project focused on audio-storytelling and events curation that exists to build a more inclusive cultural space while supporting emerging creators.
Course highlights
What you’ll learn
Learn how to get the best out of your guest, craft compelling conversations, and build a narrative in your broadcasts.
Learn to manage a live studio and operate broadcasting equipment.
Be supported to create, plan, and record your own radio show.
By the end of the course, you’ll host and broadcast your own live show on Radio Lewisham, applying everything you’ve learned in a real-world setting.
Why Join Radio Lab?
We champion unique voices and perspectives in radio.
Hear from guest speakers and build connections with professionals.
Two dedicated mentoring sessions with Lewisham Music’s Career Advisor.
Join our Creative Futures WhatsApp group for collaboration and feedback.
What you’ll gain
A comprehensive understanding of the radio industry and its evolving landscape.
Confidence in planning, producing, and presenting a live radio show.
Professional skills in broadcasting etiquette, audience engagement, and teamwork.
Course format
6 engaging sessions packed with practical activities and group tasks.
Online forum for discussion and resource sharing.
Access to industry contacts and opportunities to run your own show at Radio Lewisham.
When
Monday 20 July
6:30–9pm
Foundations of live music events
Monday 27 July
6:30–9pm
Event planning and logistics
Monday 3 August
6:30–9pm
Marketing and audience engagement
Monday 10 August
6:30–9pm
Live event operations
Monday 17 August
6:30–9pm
Show prep
Thursday 20 August
2-9:30pm
Where
Sessions take place at Lewisham Music, First Floor The Fellowship Inn, Randlesdown Road, SE6 3BT
Cost
It’s FREE for you!
Start creating your future now and sign up
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