Scottish Hosts & Presenters

Scottish hosts and presenters bring warmth, professionalism and natural humour to live events, conferences and awards ceremonies, making them ideal choices for a wide range of audiences. Many are well known from television and radio, including programmes on BBC Scotland, as well as news, sport and entertainment shows watched across the UK. Their experience in live broadcasting means they are confident, adaptable and skilled at engaging audiences, managing schedules and keeping events running smoothly. Hiring a Scottish host or presenter ensures your event has a polished, engaging and reliable professional who can connect with audiences and create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere.

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Jo Caulfield

Award-Winning Comedian, Head Writer for So Graham Norton, Radio 4 Creator, International Stand-Up Performer & Corporate Event Host
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Rory Bremner

Impressionist, Hosts ‘One Question’ On Radio 4 & Team Captain on ‘The Imitation Game’
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Marc Jennings

Scottish Stand-Up Comedian, Co-Host of the Some Laugh Podcast & Regular Panellist & Writer on Breaking the News
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Justin Davis

Talented Folk Singer, Burns Night Performer, Scottish Heritage Storyteller & Performed at the British Embassy in Estonia
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Calum Clunie

TV Presenter, Host, Lead Presenter of ‘Beechgrove Mucking In’, the Youngest Ever Presenter of The BBC Beechgrove Garden & Voice-Over Artist
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John McEvoy

Specialist Burns Night Speaker, Senior Vice President of Greenock & Has Worked With Notable Companies Like Scottish Power & PriceWaterhouseCoopers
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Kylie Reid

Founder of egg, Professional Host, Moderator, Interviewer & MC
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Shiona McCallum

BBC Technology Journalist, World Service Presenter & Award-Winning Broadcaster Specialising In AI, Innovation & Digital Culture
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Mark Martin

Radio Presenter on Edinburgh’s Edge 2, Event Host & DJ
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Stuart Cassells

Award-Winning Tourism Manager, Founder & Strategic Consultant of Best Scot Ltd & Frontman of The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
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Natalie James

Professional Singer, Event Host & Runner-up for Best Entertainment Act at the People’s Choice Awards Scotland 2025
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Theresa Talbot

Broadcast Journalist, Radio Producer, BBC Radio Scotland Presenter, Former Newsreader for Radio Clyde, Former News Editor of 96.3Qfm & Author of ‘The Lost Children’
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Tom Bushell

Founder & Content Creator of The Planet Playground Platform & Presenter of CNN & BT Sports
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Tam Cowan

Journalist, Host of ‘Off the Ball’ on BBC Radio Scotland, Columnist for the  Daily Record & After-Dinner Speaker
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Stuart Mitchell

Comedian, Host of the ‘Cost of Living’ Series on BBC Radio 4, Panellist on BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Breaking The News’, Wrote for ‘Mock of the Week’ & Corporate Comedy Host
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Storm Huntley

TV & Radio Presenter, Co-Host of the ‘Jeremy Vine’ Show, Presents ‘Down on the Farm’ on CBeebies, Former Travel & Weather Presenter for BBC Radio Scotland & Corporate Event Host
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Steven Dick

Scottish After-Dinner Speaker, Comedian, Magician & Corporate Event Host
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Nicky Marr

Former Litigation Solicitor, Event Host, Broadcaster, Auctioneer & Certified Life & Transformational Coach
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Steve McKenna

Host on Real Radio, Wrote for NME, The Guardian & Scotland’s Daily Record, Stand-Up Comedian, Children’s Presenter & Conference Host
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Shereen Nanjiani MBE

Former Presenter of STV’s ‘Scotland Today’ & ‘Secret Scotland’ & BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Scotland Live’
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Stephen Jardine

Presenter & Journalist, Host of ‘Debate Night’, Founder of Scotland’s First Dedicated Food & Drink Communications Company TASTE Communications, Former ‘Scotland Today’ Presenter, Former Scotland & Europe Correspondent for GMTV & Writes for The Times & The Scotsman
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Scott Wilson

Broadcaster, Compere, Former Match Day Voice of Hearts FC, Host on 45 Radio, Charity Event Host & Auctioneer
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Sarah Smith

BBC North America Editor, the First BBC Scotland Editor, Presented ‘Scotland 2014’, Former Assistant Producer for BBC Youth Programmes ‘Rough Guide’, ‘Rapido’ & ‘Reportage’, Former Anchor of More4 News & Conference Host
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Sarah McMullan

 Broadcast Journalist, Presents ‘Reporting Scotland’, Former Presenter for Sunday Herald & STV Digital & Conference Host
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Sarah Mack

Scottish Weather Presenter, Broadcaster & Journalist, Regularly Presented BBC Scotland’s ‘Landward’, Presented ‘Scottish Passport’ for Scottish Television & Conference Host
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Sarah Heaney

Former News Anchor For ‘Scotland Today’, Co-Presented ITV’s ‘Wish You Were Here…?’, Hosted ‘Crime Fighters UK’ for ITV & Awards & Conference Host
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Robin Galloway

TV & Radio Presenter, known for Telephone Wind-Ups & Gold Medal Winner of The New York Radio Festival
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Sanjeev Kohli

Comedian, Actor, Starred in ‘Still Game’, ‘Fresh Meat’ & ‘River City’, Wrote for ‘Chewin’ the Fat’ & ‘Goodness Gracious Me’, Co-Writer & Co-Star of Radio 4’s ‘Fags Mags & Bags’, Presented ‘Sanjeev Kohli’s Big Talk’ on BBC Scotland & Popular Award Host

A professional event host or presenter plays a central role in ensuring an event runs smoothly, professionally and on schedule. They introduce speakers, manage transitions, facilitate panel discussions and keep the audience engaged throughout. This is particularly important given that 42% of event organisers say they struggle to create engaging, personalised experiences for attendees. A skilled presenter helps overcome this by maintaining energy, adapting to the audience and creating a cohesive flow, ensuring both organisers and attendees get maximum value from the event.

Scottish hosts and presenters are popular to hire for their strong communication skills, natural charisma and ability to connect with diverse audiences. Many bring experience from television, radio and live events, allowing them to confidently manage schedules, introduce speakers and maintain audience engagement throughout. Their professionalism, adaptability and often warm, personable style make them well-suited to both formal corporate settings and more relaxed events. By keeping events running smoothly and creating a cohesive experience, Scottish hosts and presenters play a key role in ensuring a polished and memorable event.

To explore this in more detail, read this expert guide on the 8 Key Benefits of Booking an Awards Host for Your Ceremony.

Hiring a Scottish host or presenter can range from around £1,000 for emerging talent to £10,000 or more for experienced national figures, with high-profile or celebrity presenters commanding £10,000 to £100,000+. Costs depend on factors such as the presenter’s media profile, the length and format of the event, location and the level of bespoke preparation or audience interaction required. For a tailored quote and expert guidance, contact SpeakOut to discuss your event requirements.