Making Radio 1's breakfast show with Nick Grimshaw

http://www.bbc.co.uk/academy/articles/art20170619095219011

• What are the different responsibilities of presenters and producers?

The produces meet up and organised what they are going to do depending on the celebrities/guest coming in. Want to make the most of the time they have with that person. Deal with the guest, what is to be said and what can't be. Also checking the volume and clarity of the show. Presenter has that interaction with the guest and ensure all questions are asked and covered. Allows contribution from all and what interests both the presenter and producers. The bosses don't make it all about numbers and stats more about the show being real and appealing.They understand that not every show will be great, it depends on whats happening and who is on the show. Its about what the audience wants.

Music team picks the music and programs it so the same song isn't played everyday, its all pre-recorded.

• What preparation that goes into each programme?

Looking what has happened throughout the day in order to plan for the next day/show. Need to create the script, it isn't a word for word script but it is an outline of what needs to be talked about, but its flexible. It then gives them a structure as to when they talk about it and for how long. Depends on who the guest is or what the game will be. Always thinking what can be put on the radio and what to include. See what guest are around, who they want and sometime people approach them and ask to be on the show. Look at what shows/films are coming out.

• What's most challenging and most enjoyable about working on the show?

Sometimes have to deal with challenging guests but they normally don't keep them on for long. Get to learn from each others and understand why others did it they way they did. The way they get along means that they get to be professional but also want to come into work. Freedom in what they get to do. Constantly taking in a Whatsapp chat on what they are interested in rather than being made to talk about something they don't enjoy.

• What are the team dynamics like?

They get on, understand each others needs. They are a close family as they are together for a long time in a square studio room. Bounce off each other to create ideas. Look out for each other during the show, don't really talk during it. Learn from each other and use each others skills to create the best show. Natural chemistry and all get along. Trust one another and trust each others decisions.

• How can you break into radio?

Go to things that will allow you to develop your skills in that area, volunteer and work for free in small radio stations. Directly approach people in the industry and try and get involved. Keep at it, one rejection isn't a no all or forever. The job is so varied you can get in by lots of different ways. Try lots of different jobs and get as much experience as much as possible.