In praise of frequent job changes by media people
“I remember she was great on air, sure we’ll book her.” What was interesting about this producer’s response was that he remembered this guest from a radio station where he used to work. Now he’s a TV producer and is booking an interview, no questions asked, because the woman had added value to his previous show.
I’ve spoken before about how doing a good interview can get you asked back or how producers talk amongst themselves about good and bad guests, but this incident reminded me that the tendency of media people to change jobs a lot can be a factor in your favour - if you do a good job.
The favourable impression you make on radio today may be getting you a TV booking two months from now. Or the local TV producer who moves to New York is suddenly in a position to book you nationally if they liked what they saw.
Posted: December 14th, 2006 under Your Presentation.