Favorite parts of working in the News industry as an ABC 10News KGTV Journalist
Ava, a journalist at ABC 10News KGTV, finds the adrenaline rush of live TV, particularly "going live at a fire," incredibly exciting, a feeling amplified by the "rush of it all" and the opportunity to show viewers unique perspectives. The job's glamorous side, "playing dress up" and "getting all fancy," is also a favorite, a less-discussed aspect of the profession.
Communication, Live Television, Breaking News, On-Camera Presence, Fashion and Appearance
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Ava Kershner
Journalist
ABC 10News KGTV
Cal Poly, Cuesta College, Hancock College, Cal State Northridge
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Creative Writing, Journalism
Arts, Entertainment & Media
Communication and Marketing
Honors Student, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Transfer Student
Video Highlights
1. The adrenaline rush of live TV, especially during breaking news events.
2. The opportunity to show viewers unique perspectives and information that they wouldn't find elsewhere.
3. The enjoyable aspect of the profession's visual presentation, including makeup and attire, which the interviewee considers a fun part of the job and a significant, often unmentioned, component of the industry
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your industry?
This is an answer that a lot of people feel deep down, but they don't often say it. I really do enjoy being on TV; I genuinely think it's fun.
Live TV, as I've mentioned, has so much adrenaline attached to it. For example, I went live at a fire the past week. Standing there with your microphone, camera in front of you, your earpiece in, and your producer saying "standby, get ready" is very exciting.
I think that's one of my favorite parts: the rush of it all. Going to breaking news and showing the viewer something they won't see if they're just scrolling on their phone is incredibly rewarding.
I also really do like playing dress-up. I know that's not everyone's favorite part about being a reporter, but I love wearing the dresses, wearing the fake eyelashes, and doing my makeup. Feeling pretty and then just going to do my job normally is great.
It's kind of like a uniform. I love putting on the uniform and getting all dolled up just to go to work, because it's kind of necessary in this job. So, I know that's not what a lot of people say. They probably say the storytelling, which is obviously one of my favorite parts.
But getting all fancy for it is also fun. I feel like I should say that to represent that side of the industry, because it's a huge part of the industry that isn't talked about a lot.
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