Volunteer Positions
Try to take up volunteer positions. It might not sound interesting as the position is not that glamorous. Volunteer positions are paid very less and even nothing at all. They work as a runner in the television news stations. This works as a good platform if you want to take up a career in TV news in future. Numerous people are looking forward to be a part of television industry and these volunteer positions are available in plenty. Try taking up a volunteer position and gradually grip your foot in the television industry by meeting important people and increasing your contacts.
Small Experiences
Even the smallest of experiences can come up as a real help when you are out there facing a real interview for a TV news job. You can gather basics by applying to a local paper or local TV station. There are student newspapers or students TV station, local radio, hospital radio or community radio where you can apply and learn the basics of news reporting.
Television News Job
You have to remain up to date to get a job as a TV News Personnel. Be well informed about the current affairs and all the latest happenings in varied fields. Most importantly, you have to be passionate about news and news reporting. Be well prepared before the interview as your skills and knowledge about current happenings will be very well tested. The key is to watch and listen to news more and more. Get hooked to television news channels and also listen to news on radio. Also, try print media and read the dailies and tabloids as much as you can.
Take Up a Course
There are several TV news courses available. Get admission in such course learn about several important aspects about the job profile. Though, this is not mandatory but it definitely works as an added advantage on your resume.
Internet
This is probably the easiest way to learn certain aspects about news reporting. Using internet, you can present your views, ideas, concerns, news or any other content; absolutely free. Blog writing is the 'in' thing these days and you too can start writing blogs on whatever topic you like. You can also create a video news story or upload an AV clip based on a local incident. These small but smart things will help you big time to get a job as a TV News Professional.
