Emily Copeland leaves ABC Radio

Amidst the latest round of redundancies at the ABC, Emily Copeland will be leaving the national broadcaster.

Copeland was appointed Head of Music for ABC Audio in May last year.

Positions within the ABC Audio have now been restructured, with a new manager of music programming to sit under the triple j and Double J manager.

An internal email confirming Copeland’s departure, sent to staff by ABC Director of Audio Ben Latimer,  says:

“Emily streamlined and strengthened our music strategy, including music testing across triple j and ABC Local Radio to better understand audience preferences and listening habits – insights that continue to shape our scheduling and music mix…

“She led the work to increase rotation for Australian artists on triple j, a move that’s been welcomed by the industry and audience alike… Emily has been a strong advocate for the local music sector, appearing before a Senate inquiry last year to highlight the ABC’s role in supporting Australian music, and reinforcing our ongoing commitment.”

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