Meet Reece BBC radio presenter
Undergraduate Study Guide - 2022
Reece Parkinson graduated from our BA Media and Communications course in 2015. He picked the University of East London as he knew creating connections in the capital was key to breaking into this industry. Now he works at the BBC running a radio show, BBC 1Extra Talks.
Searching for the right uni Reece knew the best way to kickstart his career in media was to be in London. He immediately felt our campus was right for him. He loved our East London location and the community of students from around the globe.
The University of East London has helped me get onscreen, behind the microphone, and behind the camera as well. I’ve recently got into producing my own stuff too.”
Immersed in industry “I was determined to get was an internship at the BBC. My lead tutor Cathy, helped me apply for one. And I got it.”
Running a radio show After graduating, Reece secured a job at the BBC, and he started hosting 1Extra talks. He also started his own podcast and appears on the Premier League Show where he creates music mixes with footballers. Past guests include Rubin Loftus-Cheek and John Stones.
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