What was the toughest question they asked?
AF: He asked me what my “news philosophy” was. I had no idea what to say. I’d never really worked in news beyond my internship and I’d never made any decisions about content or coverage beyond my classes at Webster. I was able to add more to that answer after looking at KRTV’s Web site. Their slogan: “Fair. Accurate. To the Point.” was right there on the banner, so I worked with that. SCAN: Any advice for those looking for a similar job? AF: Don’t give up too quickly. I was a finalist for a reporter position at another station, and when I didn’t get it, it made me doubt myself a little bit. The call from KRTV came two weeks later. I made the move to Montana about a month after that. So many factors weigh in on a hiring decision. Plus, you have to catch a station at the right time; when they’re hiring for a position you want. SCAN: What Web sites would you recommend for those interested in your field? AF: TVJobs.com is worth the membership fee. I was also able to do a lot of research an
