WIS-TV Meteorologist Sheds Light on the Local TV News Business

 

What a treat it was for the Communications Program to have WIS-TV Columbia meteorologist Shavonne "Von" Gaskins speak on Oct. 16! The veteran weather expert, a Palmetto State native, gave sage advice on the ins and outs of the local TV news business. She has forecast the weather for WIS and its viewers since 2010. Here is her station biography.

Among her insightful comments: "Behind the glamor are long hours and deadline pressure. The skills you need are storytelling, connecting with the audience. That matters more than looking good on camera."

Ms. Gaskins included a slide in her presentation showing several SC State communications graduates currently working at WIS-TV.

Thanks go to Andrea Milford-Williams for another outstanding guest in the program's speaker series!