Jason Dundas is a global media icon and has hosted the world’s biggest productions, both locally and abroad.
Through an energetic and supportive upbringing in South Penrith, Jason was driven to shape his own path and create his future. Success, according to Jason, comes from having the self-confidence and work ethic to enable you to seize an opportunity as they arise.
“The key to success is being open for opportunity…be aware of the opportunity, see it, then capitalize on it without hesitation,” Jason said.
“You have to back yourself, but it doesn’t happen overnight…you have to understand your strengths and what you can do…learn to identify the opportunities.”
It was a meteoric rise, to some extent, for Jason. Having been successful in his application to host a new MTV show in his early twenties, Jason went on to host further productions on the network before moving onto other popular shows including Getaway and X-Factor.
Now living in Los Angeles, Jason reflects on the learnings he has recognised over the years – all the while remaining true to himself both on and off camera.
“From my perspective, the key to being a great host is being the best version of yourself without any inhibition…having the ability to really be as authentic as possible,” Jason said.
“(Good hosts) allow themselves to think on their feet…it’s a delicate dance between being the truest version of yourself and then also having the energy (on screen).”
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