April 4, 2011 (cont.)

FSC TV- Tonight I wrote 2 additional stories for Southern News Network. I wrote one on the saga series movie. The other one I wrote was about the Up til Dawn needing new Executive members.  2 hours.

Total: 32 Hours

April 4, 2011

FSC TV- Today I wrote 2 stories for Anna for Southern News Network. I wrote one about the First Economic Symposium that FSC will be holding. The other was about an involvement opportunity for volunteers with the Girls Incorporated of Lakeland organization. 2 hours.


Total: 30 hours

March 26, 2011

MOCS sports- Today we shot the baseball game and did highlights. We shot from different angles of the field with a bunch of people from Mocs sports. I worked mostly with Sarah when we took turns shooting from different places around the field. 3 hours.

Total- 28 hours

March 22, 2011

FSC TV meeting- Today we had a meeting for FSC TV, and we discussed story ideas. I decided to write 2 stories and submit them to Anna by the end of the week. 1 hour.

FSC TV- I wrote 2 stories for FSC TV- 1 about a career center story, and the other about the T-shirt Palooza. 2 hours.

Total- 25 hours

Feb 21, Mar 8 and 9th

Feb 21- FSC TV- Today we did the shooting for FSC TV. Today was one of the more successful days I've had with FSC TV, because I tried doing something new and I ran the cameras and directed each camera person when it would be their turn to shoot, etc. It was a big responsibility and even on the first run through, I did well. I was happy I stepped out of my comfort zone and tried this. 2 hours

Mar 8- Interlachen- Today we met for Interlachen to take our group photo for the Yearbook and to discuss our deadline and what we need to do to get everything done by then. 1 hour

March 9- Today we had an FSC TV meeting. We talked about who was writing what stories. 30 min

Total Hours- 22 Hours

News Media Practicum Midterm

Lauren Lundell News Media Practicum Midterm

News analysts, reporters, and correspondents gather information, prepare stories, and make broadcasts that inform the public about local, State, national, and international events. They also present points of view on current issues, and report on the actions of public officials, corporate executives, interest groups, and others who exercise power. News analysts, also called news anchors examine, interpret, and broadcast news received from various sources. News anchors present news stories and introduce videotaped news or live broadcast from on-the-scene reporters. News correspondents report on news occurring in the large U.S. and foreign cities where they are stationed. As a Broadcast student, I know that I would like to pursue my specific career to be either a News anchor or a News Correspondent.

The work of a news anchor or correspondent is very hectic. To succeed in this career, I believe that one must deal well under pressure, and in short deadlines, because of the fact that sometimes broadcasters have little or no time to prepare. The possibility of covering wars, political uprisings, fires, floods, and similar events can be dangerous so I believe that the ideal candidate for this position needs to be courageous and adventurous, especially when speaking about a News correspondent. Not only do I fit all of these necessary components, but I am also extremely flexible. Flexibility is another key personality trait that one must have to fulfill the position of news anchor or news correspondent. As an anchor/correspondent, work hours may be out of the ordinary and vary from day to day. Their work may require long hours, irregular schedules, and travel. As a news correspondent, I am very willing to travel. As a high school senior, I went with no family or friends, and only a tour group, for a month to tour France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, and Germany. At such a young age, I have always had the curiosity necessary to be in this field. Having interest in International Affairs will also transfer to my career as a news correspondent. Not only do I have a major in Broadcast Journalism, but I also am pursuing a minor in political science. I understand the importance of knowing what is going on in the world, as it affects every single one of us.

Correspondents should be dedicated to providing accurate and impartial news. Accuracy is important both to serve the public. Noses for news, persistence, initiative, poise, resourcefulness, a good memory are all other important qualities for this career that I possess. Broadcast reporters and news analysts must be comfortable on camera and in unfamiliar places and with a variety of people. Positions involving on-air work require a pleasant voice and personal appearance, which I take pride in every day. As an anchor, I know that each anchor represents their station and must withhold that responsibility at all times. Therefore, with all of these qualities present, I know that I want to pursue a career as a News anchor or News correspondent.  

February 14, 2011

FSC TV- Today we had a meeting for Anna's show. Not a lot of people showed up, and we didnt have enough stories to do a segment today, so we just signed up for more stories and talked about my exact role in the program. 1 hour.

FSC TV- Later that day I wrote a segment for Anna's show on Monday about NIRSA Day Event in the Wellness Center. 1 hour.

Total- 17 Hours 30 minutes