Staying on top of things is a “Major Key” to this industry. See what I did there? Well it is! Something that I always do is try to get put onto events months prior to when they occur. For example, every summer I begin sending emails to people regarding working as a runner or production assistant for things close to Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Usually being in Pittsburgh. I have been opportune with working a game for the Steelers on Thursday Night Football, and also for the Pitt Panthers on ESPN. I have also traveled a little ways, down to West Virginia to work a Mountaineers football game. The main reason I got onto all of these events, is I made sure to get in contact with people on these networks as early as possible. I wanted to make sure people understood how interested I was in working for them.

A lot of students don’t understand the importance of this. They wait to long to apply for internships, jobs, and even classes. They end up not getting into the things that they want and end up doing internships, jobs, or classes that they received rather than they enjoy. It’s so important to stay on top of things, and get in contact with people as early as possible. If  you are a freshman at a university, start getting in contact with companies now. Make sure your name is in their heads so when it comes time to getting an internship, they have a good idea of the kind of person you are and your work ethic.

Most recently I have been getting in contact with people for CBS and FOX to work games each week this upcoming season. Whether they are in Philadelphia, or Pittsburgh, I plan on working one or the other each weekend. I am also expecting to work in Houston this February for Super Bowl 51. It’s an extremely exciting time in my life, and by staying on top of things, I have been granted many great opportunities.

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