Carmen Braidwood
Carmen Braidwood is a first-class MC/facilitator who brings a high standard of professionalism to any event and has hosted numerous conferences, forums, awards evenings and corporate functions. Carmen is also is a Confidence on Camera Coach, broadcaster with more than 20 years' experience in commercial radio and TV.

Speaker Categories
- Communication Skills Coaching
- Conference Facilitators and Moderators
- Corporate Master of Ceremonies
- Female Motivational Speakers
- Journalists and Current Affairs Speakers
- Master Of Ceremonies / MC
- Media
- Media Personalities
- Media Skills Training
Testimonials for Carmen Braidwood
SportWest was privileged to have the experience of the professional and personable Carmen Braidwood as MC for the SportWest Awards and the crowning of the WA Sports Star, widely regarded as the most prestigious individual award in WA sport. With the event presented at Optus Stadium, Carmen’s preparation for her role ensured a performance of the highest order befitting of one of the world’s premier sporting venues. Through Carmen’s sense of occasion and engagement of the audience, community and elite sport were superbly honoured. Carmen is a joy to work with to deliver a memorable event and she connected seamlessly with the SportWest team to enhance the event experience for special guests and community members in attendance.
Matt Bamford, Member and Partnerships Manager, SportWest
A delight to work with. Carmen has twice hosted the live red carpet & opening night gala of our premium tourism and culture event CinefestOz Film Festival. She brings a vibrant on camera and stage presence, excellent local knowledge and ensures she is well-researched to bring a highly entertaining product to our audience. Whether interviewing A-list guests, industry professionals or parliamentarians, Carmen's interactions are on point.
Malinda Nixon, CEO, CinefestOz Film Festival
A trusted professional. I know an event is in safe hands when Carmen is booked as MC. At NRC Agency we've had Carmen host special events for our corporate partners, delivering critical messaging and acknowledging high profile attendees with complete professionalism. She's immaculately presented, always does her research and knows how to let a crowd know they're in for a good time. She handles last minute changes with ease and never lets the energy on stage wane.
Natalie Cameron, Director & PR Manager, NRC Agency
Thoroughly recommend. Having provided MC services at a range of premium tourism events and festivals delivered by Project3, Carmen Braidwood facilitates engaging conversations and keeps any crowd entertained. Always well-researched, engaging and on time, Carmen meets our audience where they're at - whether that's enjoying opera and fine dining with their feet in the sands of Cable Beach, or attending a launch with high stakes corporate and government partners. Carmen's also a skilled interviewer, allowing us to leverage that value through a range of additional events on our festival calendar.
Claire Brand, Director, Project3
Fee Range: Up to $5000
Carmen Braidwood's Biography
Carmen Braidwood is a first-class MC/facilitator
Born and raised in the Perth hills, Carmen Braidwood started her career as a producer at 6PR and 92.9. She was an announcer-copywriter in WA and won audiences across Victoria for five years as host of the Ace Radio Network's breakfast show before being named the Gold Coast's best new presenter (TV & Radio) for her work on Sea TV.
Carmen’s been popular with audiences, not just for her show on Perth's 96fm, but for her many local and national TV appearances, regular high-profile work as an event MC, and for sharing stories about her life as a step-mum with sites including news.com.au
Carmen is also is a Confidence on Camera Coach, broadcaster (and proud poodle Mum) - with more than 20 years' experience in commercial radio and TV.
Seen around Australia as a regular presenter on the Nine Network’s Destination WA, she’s also notched up appearances on Nine News, The Today Show, The Project and Today Tonight.
As Australia's Confidence on Camera Coach, Carmen's programs and workshops help you trade awkward, unprofessional moments on camera for the polish of a broadcast professional.
Perth radio listeners will know Carmen from her stints on 6PR’s Breakfast & Weekend Breakfast and a run of seven years hosting 96fm’s much-loved Breakfast Show.
Carmen’s awards include: Best newsreader, Radio & TV, Gold Coast Media Awards, Australian Commercial Radio scholarship to attend NAB Radio Show, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, Innovation & Excellence (Metro) Australian Commercial Radio Awards, (ACRAS0), Part of the team that took 96fm to Number 1 for the first time in 20 years, Best On Air team (Country), Australian Commercial Radio Awards, Best Music Special (Country), Australian Commercial Radio Awards.
Carmen Braidwood is a first-class MC/facilitator who brings a high standard of professionalism to any event and has hosted numerous conferences, forums, awards evenings and corporate functions.
Speaking Topics Include
Why it's more important now than ever to show up with professionalism on camera
TV & Radio tips to avoid looking awkward or nervous
How to appear more natural and make authentic connections with your audience
How to convey credibility and always have something valuable to say