Jo S.
About me
| Jo S. | |
| English and Related Literature | |
| English Literature | |
| Undergraduate | |
| Alcuin | |
| United Kingdom |
My employment
| TV Producer | |
| CNN | |
| United Kingdom | |
| Journalism and publishing | |
| Large business (250+ employees) |
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A day in the life of a TV Producer in the United Kingdom
I always wanted to be a journalist. At university I was Features Editor at Nouse and a founding editor at The Yorker and went onto do a postgraduate diploma in journalism in Cardiff
Briefly describe the organisation you work for
An international news organisation
What do you do?
I'm a field producer based in the company's London bureau, traveling to cover stories across Europe, the Middle East and Africa
Reflecting upon your past employment and education, what led you to your current career choice?
I always wanted to be a journalist. At university I was Features Editor at Nouse and a founding editor at The Yorker and went onto do a postgraduate diploma in journalism in Cardiff
Is your current job sector different from what you thought you would enter when you graduated?
No
Describe your most memorable day at work
Too many to choose
What extracurricular activities did you undertake at university and what transferable skills did you develop through these?
I had a taste of journalism at YSTV, Nouse, the Yorker and York Hospital Radio. All helped develop my writing, editing and presentation skills
What top tips do you have for York students preparing for today’s job market and life after graduation?
Get involved in societies, volunteer and/or get experience in a workplace. You'll find out what you enjoy doing and where your talents lie
What topics from students are you happy to answer questions on?
Getting into media/journalism
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