Monday, November 23, 2015 @ 1:59 PM
This was my blog for CMSC 2; reviving it again for my DEVC 30 exam. Hi to whoever's reading this!

TOP TEN THINGS I LEARNED IN DEVC 30 (as told by Hayley Williams)

  1. If you do the pre-production phase right, everything else will follow through.


    2. "Well begun is half done." Plan thoroughly and the execution will go smoothly.

  2. Having a personality is most important.


    3. Are you bubbly and full of sunshine? Or are you more of the chill, laid-back type? You must first establish who you are for your audience to (hopefully) like you.

  3. Your tone must be conversational.


    4. This connects you to your listeners. It's vital to make them feel involved.

  4. Good use of music and sound effects is helpful.


    5. It's okay if you're not enough. You have these tools to complete you... r program.

  5. Or conduct an interview to break the monotony.


    6. But don't just ask away. Make sure to research about your topic, be mindful of your questions, and construct them creatively. Never ask, "How do you feel?" (because refer to Hayley above)

  6. In pairing with a co-host, select someone who you jive with.


    7. It doesn't matter whether you have the same interests or not; what matters is that you get along. Statement may apply to building relationships outside radio.

  7. Get right back up when you stumble.


    8. ... on your words. Smile through it all and keep talking. Sometimes we stutter; sometimes we make mistakes.

  8. There is more to broadcasting than just entertaining.


    9. As someone who can reach out to plentiful and diverse people, a broadcaster is held accountable and responsible for every information s/he divulges and every comment s/he expresses. Be cautious of everything you say.

  9. Above all, let loose, rock out, and have fun.


    10. Better build up that confidence. It's your program. Own it. The same goes for your life.

  10. Aim for the highest standards.


    11. As everyone should. "Never settle for mediocrity," said Sir Lester Chico. (2015)
    (Why this picture? Just look at her. If this isn't perfection, I don't know what else is.)
FINAL THOUGHTS: During the summer, I took my practicum in DZRH. I had a wonderful time as an intern there and felt like maybe broadcasting was the profession for me. Eager to know my answer, I was fortunate to take DEVC 30 this semester. Everyone in the class was so dynamic! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Sir Chico, his SAs, and DEVC 30 classmates for being part of the lively experience!!

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