Tune-in to a career in audio
At Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA), we’re leading the way in shaping Australia’s audio industry. We support creative talent and connect graduates with real career opportunities through partnerships with top institutions.
Whether you see yourself behind the mic, crafting immersive audio experiences, forging strategic partnerships, or leading digital innovation, we’re here to turn ambition into achievement.
The audio industry offers diverse and dynamic career pathways across a range of specialties:
On-Air & Content Creation
Bring stories to life as a presenter, reporter, podcaster, producer, or journalist.
Production & Sound Engineering
Craft immersive sound experiences as a studio engineer, sound designer, technical producer, or audio specialist.
Sales & Advertising
Drive commercial success through media sales, client partnerships, campaign management, and innovative brand solutions.
Strategy & Digital Innovation
Shape the future of audio through digital content, audience analytics, strategic marketing, and platform development.
Explore our educational partnerships and opportunities below.
Your career in commercial radio and audio starts here!
For recently graduated journalism, media and communications students:
Gain invaluable hands-on newsroom experience at Australia's leading commercial radio networks including ARN, Nine Radio (2GB), Nova Entertainment, and SCA, through this prestigious paid work experience program.
What you'll gain:
"It's been fantastic to experience a newsroom driving the news agenda and chasing stories. I've been entrusted to conduct interviews, and I even had the opportunity to speak with eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant!"
— Grace Barlow,
2024 Brian White Scholarship Winner
CRA Regional Radio Scholarship
Backing regional talent to build a career in audio
Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA) is proud to support emerging audio talent from regional and rural Australia through the CRA Regional Radio Scholarship, delivered in partnership with AFTRS. This scholarship helps remove financial barriers and provides recipients with access to world-class training, industry connections, and a launchpad into the commercial audio sector.
About the scholarship:
To be eligible, applicants must:
“The scholarship has given me the chance to take a giant step forward in my radio and podcasting career! My aspiration is to be a full-time audio producer and I'm open to the possibilities of what that might look like.”
- Kwame Slusher, CRA Regional Radio Scholarship Recipient 2025
Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting
Your launchpad into commercial audio, CRA proudly supports AFTRS in delivering this highly regarded qualification, with strong employment outcomes. Notable alumni include Smallzy, Tim Blackwell, and Grace Garde.
Program highlights:
"From the guys I shared a class with every day to the immense pool of talent that came to speak with us each week. Radio has always been about the people and AFTRS gave me the best seat in the house."
- Tim Blackwell, NOVA (AFTRS alumni)
Edith Cowen University CRA Prize
Recognising excellence in broadcasting
CRA partners with Edith Cowan University in Western Australia to present an annual prize to an outstanding student in the Postgraduate News and Entertainment Media program, who demonstrates exceptional potential in commercial radio.
About the prize:
Learn more about ECU Master of News and Entertainment Media
Learn more about ECU Graduate Diploma of News and Entertainment Media
Learn more about ECU Graduate Certificate of News and Entertainment
“Past winners of this prize have graduated on a Friday and started work in the radio industry the following Monday. Our collaboration with CRA is a big part of the success of our programme.”
— Andrea Burns, Course Coordinator, Master of News and Entertainment Media, Edith Cowan University.
Charles Sturt University CRA Scholarship
Supporting the next generation of commercial radio talent
CRA is proud to partner with Charles Sturt University in regional New South Wales to offer an annual scholarship for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Communication. The scholarship recognises a student who demonstrates strong interest and potential in commercial radio, as assessed by the university and CRA.
Our first recipient will be announced in 2026. The program is designed to support students like those studying at Charles Sturt; passionate, community-minded, and ready to make their mark in media.
About the scholarship:
“The CRA Scholarship is an amazing opportunity for Charles Sturt University communication students. With industry support, financial help, and real-world experience on offer, this partnership will provide students with a genuine head start in their commercial radio careers.”
— Dr Deborah Wise, Course Director, Bachelor of Communication, Charles Sturt University
Swinburne Regional Radio Placement Program
Hands-on experience in the heart of regional radio
In partnership with Swinburne University of Technology, CRA proudly supports a placement program that gives selected Swinburne students studying a Bachelor of Media and Communication the opportunity to experience life inside a working regional radio station.
About the program:
“Swinburne has a great history of graduates making their way into the commercial radio industry. We are now able to continue it with our partnership with Commercial Radio and Audio to provide real world opportunities for our students.
Radio is a thriving industry and there is so much opportunity for students to make it a career. We hope this program will give Swinburne students a head start in finding a radio job.”
— Peter Marcato, Swinburne Lecturer in Communications and Radio
