JOEL CARNEGIE.
presenter. musical director. STORYMAKER.
I make moments, music and stories — on air, on stage, and on screen.
Each weeknight, I host the national Evenings program on ABC Classic (Mon–Fri, 8–11pm), and appear regularly on ABC Local Radio across Australia.
As a presenter and creator, my work has reached millions worldwide on Audible, the ABC, American Public Media, BBC World Service, CBC, Deutsche Welle, and RFI. It's been recognised at the New York Festivals International Radio Awards and The Whickers. Screen credits include ABC TV's Classic 100 in Concert (2025) and Three Metres (2021) a documentary filmed in Kiribati exploring the cultural impact of climate change.
On stage and in the rehearsal room, I'm a music director and conductor who brings energy, precision, and joy in the service of storytelling. I’ve trained with leading practitioners in Australia, Europe, and the USA — including Ingrid Martin (conducting), Chris Nolan (voice), Patricia Angelin (Alba Emoting), and Dawn Arnold (Chekhov Technique) — and I lead collaboratively, with honesty, depth, and heart.
From 2015 to 2024, I was Founder and Head of Storytelling at The Space Company, where I led the creation of music-rich original podcasts, screen projects, and live productions. Highlights include main-stage rescue drama Hells Gates (2023); the nationally touring double bill Stardust + The Mission (2019, 2022) spanning 45 cities, 60+ partners, and 200+ local musicians; and the Audible Original podcast series Listen to Love (2017).
I hold a Bachelor of Music (awarded with Honours) from the University of Melbourne, a Master of Arts (Media and Communications) from Swinburne University, and a Graduate Certificate in Business (Arts and Cultural Management) from Deakin University. I'm a graduate of the Australia Council for the Arts' Future Leaders program and Small Giants Academy's Interconnected Leaders program.
I'm open to collaboration, commissions, and conversations — as a presenter, music director, and storymaker. I'm also regularly invited to host, MC, and facilitate events exploring music, culture, storytelling, and leadership.
Let's make something.