RedFM has launched its biggest ever search for new talent.
'On-Air - The Next Radio Star’ is a huge effort by the group to increase diversity and representation across its music and entertainment stations.
Kicking off earlier this summer, Red FM hosted an open day at Mahon Point Shopping Centre inviting interested and aspiring radio presenters to come along, meet some of the current radio personalities, DJs and content editors, and put themselves forward to secure a spot on the programme.
After much deliberation, Red FM have now chosen six new interim presenters per station, resulting in six new voices on air on Irish radio. Some of the shows will feature a vibrant blend of English and Irish.
After undergoing a training and mentorship series from industry professionals, the six candidates will each present a show live on air on Red FM every Sunday for four weeks. After the six months, one candidate will land a paid contract to host their own on-air residency on Irish radio.
Meet the candidates below!
Eimear Hallihan
Age: 26
From: Cloyne
Day job: Mom of two toddlers, Social Media Manager and Shop assistant.
Instagram/Tik Tok: @misshallahan
John Paul Peyton
Age: 28
From: The heart of Gurranbraher, recently moved to Douglas, but I'm a Norrie through and through!
Day job: Head Coach at ATP Fitness, Ballincollig + Personal Trainer and Class Instuctor, I wear many hats!
Instagram: @jp.peyton
TikTok: johnpaulpeyton
Avril Murphy
From: Clonakilty
Day Job: Background as a gymnast, professional dancer with various elite companies in London & now a stunt performer for the last 12 years in major movies and TV shows! I am currently working on the Netflix show "Wednesday" with Catherine Zeta Jones and Jenna Ortega. Most recently, I worked on the new Dungeons & Dragons production where I played the part of a heckler and stunt performer and the newly released movie, The Bubble. I have double for Leslie Mann, Jessica Chastain, Karen Gillan Jane Seymour and Katheryn Winnick.
Instagram: @avymurphy
Kestine Ugbodu
Age: 29
From: Midleton
Day Job: Team Lead Microbiologist & Rapper!
Instagram: @kestine_ugbodu7
Sophie Kirkby
Age: 22
From: Belgooly (scouser at heart)
College Course: BA in Popular Music, specialising in Voice at MTU Cork School of Music
Instagram: @sophiekirkby_02
TikTok: sophiekirkby02
Stormy Kearney (as Gaeilge & English Presenter)
Age: 20
From: Knockraha
Day Job: Bachelor of Music (BMus) 3rd Year - Cork School of Music
Instagram: @storm_kearney
Best of luck to all candidates in RedFM's On Air-Next Radio Star!
This project is co-funded by Coimisiún na Meán under the Sound and Vision Scheme
