Week 1: Initial Impressions

With the chaotic start of my internship, I finally have time to publish my first post. I suppose the first lesson I’ve learned is perfectly applicable to this post: this industry simply does not allow enough time for perfection. As much as I want to finesse this post until it is my best writing, at a certain point it is necessary to put something instead of nothing down and embrace what you learn from there.

My first day at WDIV was full of experiences to delve into. The station functions straight out of the bustling newsroom.  From my internship interview to the desk I work from everyday, the newsroom is truly the hub and heart of Channel 4. The constant chaos and information circulating and enveloping each employee is exhilarating. The anchors and reporters appear effortless in their impeccable dress sense, polished and poised demeanor and honed professionalism. The producers, and video journalist, Michelle, vary from casual to more formal dress depending on their personal preference. Each person seems perfectly hand-picked for their job, as I’m sure they were.

The show I am working on is the 11 am live morning show called “Live in the D”. It is hosted by Karen Drew and Guy Gordon and covers local and national news, often focusing on the cultural intersections of food, lifestyle and inspiring personal stories in Detroit. It is an incredibly diverse, flexible and constantly fascinating show that manages to traverse the most delicately heart-wrenching stories to breaking news to uplifting, inspiring stores of personal successes. So far, this introduction to the station, it’s employees and my role at WDIV has surpasses my highest expectations.

The Studio

Guy, Michelle, Brandon and Michelle trying food from one of our segments