MULTIMEDIA BROADCAST
Before I was given the position of Sports Producer, I spent a year in JNN as a sports reporter and writer for segments. This experience taught me important skills for real-world journalism, such as working with a team, contacting interviews, writing relevant stories, and scheduling time for every step of the process. Below are some examples of my work.
This segment was the first one that I had ever worked on at the start of my junior year, and it was also the one that won Best News Segment at the MSPA 2023 Spring Conference in Oxford. Making this segment was so memorable to me because I was able to cover real issues within my community while simultaneously discovering my passion for broadcast journalism.
This segment was particularly challenging, yet rewarding, to work on because we wanted to capture multiple viewpoints and angles in the story without pushing it one way or the other, and I felt we achieved that goal very well. The subject matter was also difficult due to the lack of visual appeal, but we got creative and gathered a wide variety of b-roll shots.
This segment was special because working on it gave me a new insight into a part of my community that is so close to me, yet I knew nothing about. I enjoyed making this story so much that it inspired me to get my own library card, volunteer at the library book sales, and participate in the events they offer monthly.
This segment was a bit of a whirlwind. We faced a lot of challenges when it came to scheduling interviews, getting permission to film, and last-minute cancellations. However, I believe we adapted and overcame with a solid segment that I was proud of.