Discover the types of events you’ll need a professional event host, plus the roles an MC will play in this special report: When You Need a Master of Ceremonies
As the official host, the Master of Ceremonies holds a pivotal role in the smooth running of your event. They will become an essential part of your event team by professionally presenting speakers and performers, entertaining the audience, and keep the event moving.
Our experienced MCs capture and maintain the attention of the audience, and rise to any and all unforeseen deviations from the event’s running script.
If you don’t see your emcee of choice here, talk to a Talent Specialist on 1300 884 485 (intl: +612 9518 3944) for an MC solution that’s the ideal fit for your event.
Leah McLeod’s on-camera and on-stage presence is real, funny and incredibly relatable - the hallmarks of her success. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). Leah has been a popular television & radio presenter for the last 18 years. She is also one of the country’s leading voice-over artists, narrators and Master of Ceremonies.
Peter is one of Australia’s sharpest comics; deftly blending political satire, contemporary commentary and razor-like insights for industry events that stand out. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). Peter Berner is without doubt one of Australia’s most popular and respected radio and TV presenters, MCs and comics. His intelligent humour has set him apart as one performer who can comfortably combine comedy styles as disparate as satire, observational and reactive with ease — leaving corporate audiences in hysterics.
You will currently see Gorgi as regular co-host on Network Ten’s prime time program ‘The Project’, alongside Pete Helliar, Waleed Aly, Lisa Wilkinson and Carrie Bickmore. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). Gorgi’s diverse experience in news, current affairs, media, journalism, travel, musical theatre, science, education and professional singing, have made her a valued member of the panel for the past four years and one of the most well-rounded television presenters in the industry.
Most recently, Gorgi was revealed as the Monster on the show that captivated the nation, The Masked Singer Australia. A fan favourite, Gorgi performed soul stirring ballads from strong female artists and achieved third place in Australia’s first season of the worldwide sensation.
Alex Cullen has been a journalist for the last 17 years and joined the 7 Network’s flagship public affairs program ‘Sunday Night’ back in 2010. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). A country boy at heart, Alex grew up on a farm in Northern New South Wales who enjoys ‘having a yarn’ as he calls it and has been lucky enough to interview some of the world’s biggest stars including Olivia Newton-John, Ricky Gervais and Jon Bon Jovi, and cover some of the world’s major news and sporting events.
Abbey Way (nee Gelmi) is an acclaimed television presenter and journalist. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). Originally from Perth, Abbey now resides in Sydney where she has quickly established herself as one of Australia’s leading sports media figures. Abbey hosts AFL, Cricket and Horse Racing with Channel 7 and is one of the faces of the network’s Tokyo Olympic Coverage in 2021.
Jon Dee is a social entrepreneur who uses communication and education to create positive change. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). Jon Dee is the host of Smart Money, a live weekly TV programme that airs in prime time on the Sky News Business channel. The program shows businesses how sustainability, efficiency and innovation can improve their bottom line. To date Jon has written and hosed over 90 episodes.
Nazeem Hussain has fast become one of the biggest stars of Australian comedy, and a much loved television and radio personality. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). Nazeem’s Netflix special ‘Nazeem Hussain: Public Frenemy’, filmed in Montreal at the Just For Laughs Festival, started streaming globally in 2019, introducing Nazeem to a legion of new fans, and critical acclaim. Funny Or Die, and Chortleboth listed Nazeem’s special amongst their favourites.
David Koch is the co-host of the popular Channel Seven morning show 'Sunrise,' and is fondly known to the Australian public as Kochie. He is also the host of “Kochie's Business Builders”, a program offering news and opinions on starting a small business, which is produced by his own company 'Pinstripe Media'. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). David is one of the leading business and finance correspondents in Australia, with many years of experience behind him. He writes an array of finance columns for many leading publications, including the Courier Mail, Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph, the Hobart Mercury, Adelaide Advertiser and New Idea magazine.
After graduating from Sydney University with First Class Honours, Dr Chris Brown took up an offer to work in a clinic on Sydney's North Shore. Three years into his veterinary life, Chris was spotted by an agent in a pub. A screen test with Seven Network was the result and two weeks later, Chris began filming as the new vet on Harry's Practice. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). His impact was immediate, and was soon nominated for a Logie award for Most Popular New Talent in 2004. In March, 2004, Chris become the new presenter and vet on Channel Nine’s Burke’s Backyard, working alongside the pioneer of lifestyle television Don Burke. In October 2005 Chris released his first book, The Family Guide to Pets, through Murdoch Books.
"Australia's Most Travelled Woman", that's the title earned by Catriona Rowntree after nearly 15 years at the helm of Australia's favourite travel show Getaway on Channel Nine. Her television career began after completing a Diploma of Journalism at Macleay College in 1990, followed by stints researching at BRW and various Sydney newsrooms. Areas of speciality include Master Of Ceremonies (MC). In 1993 Rowntree filmed a story for WonderWorld! and has been employed on-air ever since. That soon led to hosting What’s Up Doc, filmed live on weekends from Melbourne and a paid gig on Triple J radio, hosing the national Weekend Request Show ensued. So began a period of working 7 days a week in 3 states and loving every single second of it.
