Unfortunately it really isn't anymore. Everything from content, to talent level, to the overall look of the newscasts in this market is far below where it should be for the 65th ranked DMA in the country.
On one hand, that's true everywhere. On the other, there's a more reliable ranking of markets when it comes to staffing decisions -- available ad dollars.
And on one foot, there are quality of life and lifestyle factors for the talent. And on the other foot, there are "market fit" considerations for the station.
And on the thorax,...heck, I dunno....it's mainly about the money.
Steelerfan18 wrote:Even WCHS should be above hiring inexperienced trailer trash and calling her a journalist.
Appearing as a model for ATVs doesn't mean you are trailer trash and modeling has no bearing on any of talent, knowledge, or skill necessary to be a TV reporter. It just means you are good looking.
Who gets to define what a journalist is or isn't?
Inexperienced? This is her second professional TV gig (I'm assuming). How many years in before you are no longer inexperienced?
Where should people start their careers? How many markets smaller than Charleston/Huntington?
Nunley makes a good point. Charleston is entry level tv and radio. Or one step above entry level. Where else can you start?
And folks inside the building, the ones who threatened me after the trailer hitch line (you know who you are you vicious bastards), say she is quite nice.
Can I have my dog back now Bass?
Charleston/Huntington is a pinnacle step-stone market. Look at how many anchors/reporters/weather guesser/sports loons we have graduated to much larger markets, many of which surround our DMA. Cincy, Columbus, Pittsburgh, Philly, DC, Baltimore....... How many former CHSers are in Orlando? Or is it former WOWKers? I don't recall.
