Jobs with Top News Channels..CNN, ABC etc

Question

So I am a Broadcast Journalism major.

I am curious about something I cannot figure out.

How does someone like a news anchor or reporter get a job with a top company with like CNN, or ABC.

The types of jobs I am talking about are like: International Correspondent, CNN Anchor etc...

Are these people given these jobs or what?

Or do you just work your way up.

10 points most help.

Answer 1

Although I am no expert, I am a major in Film and I'll be looking for a job within the industry soon. I believe the system is the same:

Generally, you start off as a runner, fetching coffee and such, and stick it out until a junior position comes up within the company, blagging yourself that job, sticking that out and slowly rising through the company (good initiative is advisable to make this possible, as well as good luck/timing).

You could also start off in the same way, but switching companies and jobs until you find yourself in a job that has good career prospects.

Alot of people also get where they are through contacts. If you get given a rare chance to go to a broadcasting party, take it and mingle.

I'd advise that you research exactly how specific individuals who are doing the job you want have got there and take note.

Lastly, I advise you to constantly pester companies for jobs/internships/work experience mercilessly. They'll only listen to you if you're determined.

Good luck.

Answer 2

Why dont you start your own online business.Pl visit this site.

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Answer 3

Those jobs with top news channels almost always require significant experience at local levels - you'd usually start at a small local channel, work your way up to bigger market areas, then if you are really good you might be hired by one of the networks.