Jonathan ‘Jono’ Uptin

Trusted MC delivering calm, polished and seamless live events

Jonathan Uptin is a highly experienced MC and former Nine Network journalist, presenter and senior newsreader with more than 30 years in live broadcast television.

Accustomed to high pressure environments where clarity, timing and connection are critical, he brings a calm and authoritative presence to every event.

Jonathan has hosted awards programs, corporate dinners, gala events and formal presentations involving high profile guests and dignitaries.

Known for his professionalism and ability to read a room, he ensures events run smoothly, feel structured and leave a lasting impression.

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Jonathan Uptin is a former Nine Network journalist, presenter and senior newsreader with more than 30 years in live broadcast television.
Jonathan is an experienced MC who has hosted corporate events, awards nights, gala dinners and formal presentations with high profile guests.
He brings a calm, polished presence with strengths in script writing, event flow and reading the room in real time.
Jonathan ensures events run smoothly, balancing structure, timing and audience engagement in high pressure environments.

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Testimonials for Jonathan ‘Jono’ Uptin

Testimonial From Professional Conference Organiser

"The team at ICMI offer a fantastic and professional service that allows us (event organisers) to focus on the delivery of our events"

Testimonial From Corporate Client

"I was very happy with the whole process from initial call through to performance, every question or detail was explained in a professional friendly manner. I will definitely be in touch with ICMI again."

Testimonial From Insurance Client

"All ICMI staff I dealt with were exceptionally efficient, collaborative and responsive to ensuring our talent was informed."

Testimonial From Government Client

"ICMI were flexible and accommodating, this year finding a speaker for your event that would work in a virtual setting was a challenge, but we ended up with a very successful event and the perfect speaker! Always patient and responsive to my calls or emails."

Testimonial From Corporate Client

Testimonial From Association Client

"We were impacted by a COVID-19 outbreak in South Australia that threatened to de-rail our Northern Territory based event, but the ICMI logistics team made it happen when the window of opportunity arose."

Testimonial From NFP Client

"ICMI listened to our needs and were very supportive with the change of plans with dealing with the pandemic. They gave great advice and helped us secure the right talent for our event."

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