DZUP Internship (3 weeks)
Working in DZUP for almost a month was a worthwhile experience. At first I thought that it would be better to work in a larger radio station but I was wrong. Working as an intern in DZUP was more that I have expected, it was worth it.
I volunteered to be assigned in the program Kwentuhang Pets atbp. :) because I felt that this program suits me well. While it was not yet airing, I helped out in the pre-production of Simulan Mo.
From all my experiences in DZUP, my favorite is the brainstorming sessions we had with our Executive Producer, Melba Estonilo. I enjoyed it very much. That, for me, is the ideal set-up for concept development. The great thing about a brainstorming session like that is you get to learn your weak and strong points. You get to critique other people’s works and know what you can do to improve yours. In fact, just when we were asked to write scripts for the OBBs, CBBs, and stingers, have I realized that I badly need to improve on my writing skills for radio. Ma’am Mel pointed out the mistakes and suggested ways on how to improve it. It’s great to have that kind of opportunity because I know in the real world, not everyone’s going to critique your work and help you be better.
I also got a great opportunity of producing the OBB I wrote for the program. Since I believe that editing is my forte, I knew I could make it sound good. I even became a little obsessive compulsive about it that I made four versions of the OBB and it was a real bliss for me when my material was chosen by Transparency International. :)
After doing pre-production for Simulan Mo, I already focused on the preparations for the airing of Kwentuhang Pets atbp. It was not really that hard to write scripts and research for the program since I really have the heart for animals. The biggest challenge I had in the program was the task of co-hosting Professor Rara. I never had experience in hosting a radio show and I was a bit worried that I might talk nonsense on air.
My first time in hosting Kwentuhang Pets atbp. was nerve-wracking, there were a lot of dead airs and I said a lot of unnecessary comments. Since it is also Prof Rara’s first time, it took us some time to warm up and sound natural on air. I know we sounded really tensed but we tried our best. As the program progressed we got to manage sounding natural and make the conversation with the guest more fun. Jumping off from an average start, I prepared more for the second episode aiming to make the program sound a lot better. I am definitely learning so much from Professor Rara and our guests. I am able to learn, experience and share my passion for animals at the same time. Because of this, I am planning to volunteer for DZUP for the rest of the next semester. Moreover, it never felt like work to me. Ma’am Mel was right, I should grab the opportunity to serve in DZUP because I wouldn’t receive a training like this in other radio stations.
So magsasama-sama pa rin tayo tuwing Huwebes, ala-una ng hapon sa Kwentuhang Pets Atbp.! Dahil di pa ako aalis dun haha :)
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Close to the end (7th week) & The end (8th week)
Kahit konting hours lang ang kinailangan ko for these last two weeks at tatlong araw lang akong pumasok, ito sa akin ang pinakamemorable.
Nothing really changed with the tasks given to me for the 7th and 8th week. I still did my usual routine, I did label tapes, log tapes, deliver scripts to different departments, look for contacts etc. I always tried everything, every help I can offer to make myself busy. That was my rated K life, of service to the crew, to the show, to learn :)
I guess what made these last two weeks memorable was not some change of tasks or some weird event, but the way I looked at the experience. I realized that I was nearly done with internship; a requirement for me to finish college. I'll be done with PA and Researcher work, but they will continue living that life. They will continue with the everyday research, with the stress, with the ups and downs of productions while I will try to make sense of my experience there as I leave.
It was not that big for me. But during the last two weeks, I saw it that it is something, it's something big. What I did? the trivial tasks given to me? were all part of the success of the episodes they had for seven weeks, I was part of it and when I saw it this way, I felt more fulfilled.
Sa mga natutunan ko sa rated K, hindi yung paglabel ng tapes or pag-organize, or pagkakabisado sa shooting guidelines ang 'most cherished' ko. I feel that I can learn those in 2 weeks time. The best things I learned in this internship experience were all VALUES.
Respect.
Teamwork.
Patience.
Hard work.
Dedication.
Courage.
In two years time I might forget what tapes are for what camera, what camera angles were used in rated K, what request forms are for borrowing this/ that, how to log tapes, how editing works, how gfx are developed etc. But I will never forget the values, the things I saw in Rated K that made me decide to shape up and be better now. So that when I enter the industry, I won't be a total newbie. I am prepared, not because I have all the knowledge in production, but because I have the personality and the wit to master everything I need to know for the job.
This was a great experience :)
Nothing really changed with the tasks given to me for the 7th and 8th week. I still did my usual routine, I did label tapes, log tapes, deliver scripts to different departments, look for contacts etc. I always tried everything, every help I can offer to make myself busy. That was my rated K life, of service to the crew, to the show, to learn :)
I guess what made these last two weeks memorable was not some change of tasks or some weird event, but the way I looked at the experience. I realized that I was nearly done with internship; a requirement for me to finish college. I'll be done with PA and Researcher work, but they will continue living that life. They will continue with the everyday research, with the stress, with the ups and downs of productions while I will try to make sense of my experience there as I leave.
It was not that big for me. But during the last two weeks, I saw it that it is something, it's something big. What I did? the trivial tasks given to me? were all part of the success of the episodes they had for seven weeks, I was part of it and when I saw it this way, I felt more fulfilled.
Sa mga natutunan ko sa rated K, hindi yung paglabel ng tapes or pag-organize, or pagkakabisado sa shooting guidelines ang 'most cherished' ko. I feel that I can learn those in 2 weeks time. The best things I learned in this internship experience were all VALUES.
Respect.
Teamwork.
Patience.
Hard work.
Dedication.
Courage.
In two years time I might forget what tapes are for what camera, what camera angles were used in rated K, what request forms are for borrowing this/ that, how to log tapes, how editing works, how gfx are developed etc. But I will never forget the values, the things I saw in Rated K that made me decide to shape up and be better now. So that when I enter the industry, I won't be a total newbie. I am prepared, not because I have all the knowledge in production, but because I have the personality and the wit to master everything I need to know for the job.
This was a great experience :)
connections and teamwork (6th week)
6th week- October 4-10,2010
Back to the normal stuff in the office :) This week was the usual (labeling tapes, delivering forms, scripts, transcriptions, shot lists etc). New task was to make a list of locations where they can shoot Korina's interview with Derek Ramsey. It was not that easy looking for one because Korina is very choosy when it comes to locations. Ayaw niya ng nauulit, kapag nakapag-shoot na dun hindi na daw pwede most likely unless 2-3 years ago. The ideal location was around Katipunan, we contacted some hotels and spas but unfortunately we didn't find one. Good thing, one friend of Ate Rose(researcher) suggested a place along Commonwealth, at pwede dun :) I realized that it's very important to maintain connections, especially in the media industry, you'll never you might need their help in the future. Connections can really save you. I also noticed that a great way to make people say yes is to have a good conversation with them. :)
After the hassle of looking for locations, after the shoots, chill na lang lahat sa tao. At pinag-usapan ang sports fest <3. As usual sobrang competitive ng Rated K team. Mararamdaman mo talaga ang teamwork, bago magpunta ng game lahat may food, may drinks, may drums pa at pompoms :) nakakatuwa how they stick up for each other, kung gaano sila kaseryoso sa trabaho, ganun din sila kadedicated when having fun :) Nung nanood ako ng sports fest at nanalo sila, narealize ko, you have to be best at both, hindi pwedeng puro saya lang, at puro work lang.
Back to the normal stuff in the office :) This week was the usual (labeling tapes, delivering forms, scripts, transcriptions, shot lists etc). New task was to make a list of locations where they can shoot Korina's interview with Derek Ramsey. It was not that easy looking for one because Korina is very choosy when it comes to locations. Ayaw niya ng nauulit, kapag nakapag-shoot na dun hindi na daw pwede most likely unless 2-3 years ago. The ideal location was around Katipunan, we contacted some hotels and spas but unfortunately we didn't find one. Good thing, one friend of Ate Rose(researcher) suggested a place along Commonwealth, at pwede dun :) I realized that it's very important to maintain connections, especially in the media industry, you'll never you might need their help in the future. Connections can really save you. I also noticed that a great way to make people say yes is to have a good conversation with them. :)
After the hassle of looking for locations, after the shoots, chill na lang lahat sa tao. At pinag-usapan ang sports fest <3. As usual sobrang competitive ng Rated K team. Mararamdaman mo talaga ang teamwork, bago magpunta ng game lahat may food, may drinks, may drums pa at pompoms :) nakakatuwa how they stick up for each other, kung gaano sila kaseryoso sa trabaho, ganun din sila kadedicated when having fun :) Nung nanood ako ng sports fest at nanalo sila, narealize ko, you have to be best at both, hindi pwedeng puro saya lang, at puro work lang.
Here comes the Golden streaks!(5th week)
I love 5th week :)
I guess I haven't shared in my prev posts that in Rated K everything is fast, there's no time for I'm-going-to-think-about-it and I-don't-know kind of answers, you should always give a definite "yes" or "no" whenever you are asked something. And so, when I was asked If I can model for one segment, I immediately said YES haha after that quick Yes, came another, "Pwede si Drea bukas? Para dalawa kayo. 2 pm", without asking for Drea's sched, I said yes too haha This is the second we were asked to act as talents. First one was I guess in y 3rd week, pero ngayon nag level up. Dati nagpapatay lang kami ng lamok (for the dengue wrist bands), ngayon medyo titingin na daw kami sa camera. It was a nice experience really, we didn't expect that blonde highlights were needed to emphasize the golden spray to be put on the hair. It was for free and Jimmy Lu is Korina's stylist, so we thought we'll give it a shot, hindi naman niya siguro kami papapangitin. :D
We got ourselves a free makeover haha. Aside from that we learned a lot from backpack shoots: the importance of giving precise and clear directions, making sure you have everything needed for the shoot, taking a lot of safety shots, and lastly, the importance of following your schedule. We were late for I guess one and a half hour because we had a hard time looking for the salon, the stylist almost thought that the shoot was canceled. And one more thing, charms do work :>. So work on those charms, you'll really need it in some desperate situations.
It was a fun week, finally had some time off the office where we usually just label tapes, organize files and transcribe materials. :)
I guess I haven't shared in my prev posts that in Rated K everything is fast, there's no time for I'm-going-to-think-about-it and I-don't-know kind of answers, you should always give a definite "yes" or "no" whenever you are asked something. And so, when I was asked If I can model for one segment, I immediately said YES haha after that quick Yes, came another, "Pwede si Drea bukas? Para dalawa kayo. 2 pm", without asking for Drea's sched, I said yes too haha This is the second we were asked to act as talents. First one was I guess in y 3rd week, pero ngayon nag level up. Dati nagpapatay lang kami ng lamok (for the dengue wrist bands), ngayon medyo titingin na daw kami sa camera. It was a nice experience really, we didn't expect that blonde highlights were needed to emphasize the golden spray to be put on the hair. It was for free and Jimmy Lu is Korina's stylist, so we thought we'll give it a shot, hindi naman niya siguro kami papapangitin. :D
We got ourselves a free makeover haha. Aside from that we learned a lot from backpack shoots: the importance of giving precise and clear directions, making sure you have everything needed for the shoot, taking a lot of safety shots, and lastly, the importance of following your schedule. We were late for I guess one and a half hour because we had a hard time looking for the salon, the stylist almost thought that the shoot was canceled. And one more thing, charms do work :>. So work on those charms, you'll really need it in some desperate situations.
It was a fun week, finally had some time off the office where we usually just label tapes, organize files and transcribe materials. :)
October Fun!
I was asked to come in the last shoot of FASH (fashion and style hub) at rockwell, it was also my first shoot with FASH, it was really fun, because it was their last season episode.
I was asked to return the hosts' wardrobe to their designers, so I also had the chance to meet the designers themselves.
It was really fun and I will miss the LN family, they are really warm and welcoming.
I really had fun being an intern in Lifestyle. :)
I learned a lot, too. :)
Here are some of the pictures at the set:
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Week 7: Fun, Fun, Fun Day at UKG
I really had a funny experience this day! The segment producer asked me to talk to the UKG hosts, Bernadette Sembrano, Rica Peralejo, and, Ginger Conejero and orient them about the details of one segment (dolls as Christmas gifts). I taught them how to use the props needed for the segment and gave them their scripts.
Later in the afternoon, aother segment producer asked me to accompany her in a meeting with marketing communications officers. I was so excited she chose me to go with her.
Week 6: Meeting the Filipino World Champions
I coordinated and met with the Pinoy Parazzi (entertainment show on Flippish.com) guests who won in the recently concluded World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA).
I felt lucky meeting them. I was also proud of them as they brought glory and honor to the Philippines. These guests are singers and they are really talented.
Week 6: The GLEEks are So Here!
I coordinated with the guests of the show, the members of Miriam High School Glee Club. I also did assist the sound design head of the show in preparation for the segment of the glee club. Then, I made production arrangements with the crew and staff regarding the musical presentation of the guests.
After the show, I was asked to research about possible topics for the Infotainment division of Umgang Kay Ganda.
Week 5: When the Director Says, Cut!
When the Director Says, Cut!
Director Amado “Dos” Ocampo gave me an editing job. He made me edit the music video behind-the-scenes segment of a different band, Stories of Now.
Director Amado “Dos” Ocampo gave me an editing job. He made me edit the music video behind-the-scenes segment of a different band, Stories of Now.
Providing Production Support
I assisted the guests (interviewees) of the ABS-CBN show, Umagang Kay Ganda. Then, I was asked to do a record of the details about the guests of the segment, Punto por Punto, hosted by Anthony Taberna.
Also, I distributed scripts to graphics coordinators and the hosts. Inside the control room, I provided production support to the technical director and other technical coordinators.
After the airing of the show, I did a transcription of a video material.
Week 4: Inside and Outside the UKG Studio
The star segment for today was the Navy segment wherein I assisted the hosts and the segment producer in preparing their costumes, props, and, scripts.
Afterwards, I did a transcription of an interview (water refilling station business matter) used in one segment of UKG.
I coordinated with my talent for the Circulan advertisement shoot. I shot the advertisement with ABS-CBN Umagang Kay Ganda segment producer.
Week 3: LSS Music Video Shoot
Call time: 11:00 a.m. As the production manager, I had to be in Ortigas at 9:00 a.m. to check if every requirement – document, item, material, equipment was in place already.
The production team arrived in U.P. Diliman, Quezon City. I briefed the first actor, Coco Palabrica, regarding his role together with the director. During the shoot, I was always with Director Dos to learn how he would work on camera movements and angles.
During the night, the production team shot at a bar near Tomas Morato. I coordinated with the other talents, the band, Mortal Fear. I briefed them regarding my on cam-interview with them.
It was already late at night when I was told by the director to host the interview segment. I really enjoyed it because interview went well as the band members cooperated with the whole team.
Afterwards, by 12:00 midnight, Sir Dos asked me to direct a segment of this music video shoot. I directed one of its important features – the dynamic behind-the-scenes segment. I was happy to do the directing stint.
Our music video can now be watched on the “Flippish.com” site. It is on the show, “LSS.”
Week 2: Lights, Camera, Action!
During the afternoon, I was assigned by Ms. Niña de Torres to serve as the production manager for the music video shoot of the metal rock band, Mortal Fear, scheduled tomorrow. This music video shoot will be viewed online on the Flippish.com show, “LSS (Last Song Syndrome).”
While doing my tasks as a production manager, the producer asked me to do another job. She told me to research about hotels in Davao for their trip and coverage of the Cyberzone launch. Then, she asked me to write a business letter addressed to a restaurant-bar owner. I wrote about Flippish.com wishing to negotiate (in terms of x-deals) with said venue for a music video production on 27 July 2010.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Unusual Work Out
Ms. Cathy, one of the supervisors asked me to go to the TEC library where all aired episodes are taped and stored. She wanted me to transcribe the announcement made by Robin Padilla earlier that day in the network’s noon time show. It was regarding the actor’s reason for leaving Pilipinas Win na Win for a while and regarding rumors that he and co-host Kris Aquino are not in good terms because the heartthrob actor could hardly speak because of Kris’ effusiveness. The transcription will be used as a reference for Sir Bong Osorio’s article regarding the issue.
I have no idea where the library is located neither did Ma’am Cathy. So I went to ask the guards around about it. Basing from the guards’ directions it seems that the ABS-CBN has several TEC libraries when in reality there is only one. I think I burned a few more calories for going up and down the basement and first floor for a lot of times. Finally, before my heels broke I found the library, which is surprisingly and at the same time annoyingly just located almost right in front of our building’s exit. It took me seven guards and half an hour to find it. Less than 3 minutes away from the department. I went in and finished the transcription in ten minutes, emailed it to Ma’am Cathy and went back up. I’m pretty sure they thought I spent my time gallivanting.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Why radio internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: FIFTH WEEK
October 11 – October 17, 2010
The episode for this week was by far the most unplanned one. I was even shocked when Chi told me on the day itself that she could not come to help me host the show. That was why at around 3pm, I was already in DZUP. I asked Ate I if she knew what we were going to do for Gender-ation. She told me she don’t have a clue as well. So Ate Jey suggested that I text Ma’am Jo and ask what are we going to do for the said episode. Ma’am Jo said we were free to choose what topic we would like to talk about but still regarding gender-related issues. For this, Ate I proposed that our topic would be on “INSECURITIES OF WOMEN”.
For the remaining time before on-air, Ate I and I were looking for songs related to the topic. I was researching for the lyrics while Ate I was downloading the songs. And we were doing some last minute reading of write-ups about insecurities. I was really feeling nervous and even on the verge of panicking. Since I honestly felt that I was not ready to go on-air with this episode. Good thing, Ate Jey and Ate I promised me that the both of them would join me to host the program. That was really some kind of relief for my part. And soon enough, as the clock struck 5pm, the three of us were indeed going on-air.
It shocked me that as soon as the mic was on, it felt different. My mind was more at ease. A lot of ideas are slowly creeping in. we had a lot to talk about simple because it’s a fact that insecurities are part of life – they are part of being human, of being not perfect. Everyone really do have to deal with these insecurities at some point in their lives. Funny that I was able to share my insecurities on-air without any hesitations, and I thank you that both Ate Jey and Ate I were so honest enough to share their insecurities too. I enjoyed our session together. We talked and shared many things that afternoon.
And a few lessons that I have learned are: (1) Insecurities must be seen as ways to improve one’s self. (2) Know your strengths and weaknesses. (3) Appreciate and be grateful of what you have and what you don’t have. (4) Have confidence in yourself, remember no one is perfect. And finally accept and love yourself no matter what.
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The episode for this week was by far the most unplanned one. I was even shocked when Chi told me on the day itself that she could not come to help me host the show. That was why at around 3pm, I was already in DZUP. I asked Ate I if she knew what we were going to do for Gender-ation. She told me she don’t have a clue as well. So Ate Jey suggested that I text Ma’am Jo and ask what are we going to do for the said episode. Ma’am Jo said we were free to choose what topic we would like to talk about but still regarding gender-related issues. For this, Ate I proposed that our topic would be on “INSECURITIES OF WOMEN”.
For the remaining time before on-air, Ate I and I were looking for songs related to the topic. I was researching for the lyrics while Ate I was downloading the songs. And we were doing some last minute reading of write-ups about insecurities. I was really feeling nervous and even on the verge of panicking. Since I honestly felt that I was not ready to go on-air with this episode. Good thing, Ate Jey and Ate I promised me that the both of them would join me to host the program. That was really some kind of relief for my part. And soon enough, as the clock struck 5pm, the three of us were indeed going on-air.
It shocked me that as soon as the mic was on, it felt different. My mind was more at ease. A lot of ideas are slowly creeping in. we had a lot to talk about simple because it’s a fact that insecurities are part of life – they are part of being human, of being not perfect. Everyone really do have to deal with these insecurities at some point in their lives. Funny that I was able to share my insecurities on-air without any hesitations, and I thank you that both Ate Jey and Ate I were so honest enough to share their insecurities too. I enjoyed our session together. We talked and shared many things that afternoon.
And a few lessons that I have learned are: (1) Insecurities must be seen as ways to improve one’s self. (2) Know your strengths and weaknesses. (3) Appreciate and be grateful of what you have and what you don’t have. (4) Have confidence in yourself, remember no one is perfect. And finally accept and love yourself no matter what.
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Why radio internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: FOURTH WEEK
October 4 – October 10, 2010
For this week, Faye and Glenn would not be staying with us anymore since they already finished their radio internships in DZUP. So Gender-ation was left to Chi and me. And our topic was on “Women Empowerment”. I honestly felt like this topic was not for me. Why? Because as I always tell the others, “I am sexist but not necessarily a feminist.” Plus this topic was so broad and too heavy to discuss. Good thing, Ate I extended her help by looking for songs related to our topic and she even joined us into hosting that episode.
At first, I was kinda lost for words. After all, I am not an advocate of feminism, so women empowerment and the like was not a big deal for me. However, as Chi and Ate I were having an exchange of views, in fairness, I was able to share the same sentiments and perspectives with them. We talked about how discrimination and stereotyping could really affect how women view or position themselves as individuals at home and in the society at large. That was why, we pointed out that a number of notions about women are totally biased if not wrong. Being a woman is not just about pro-creation and being the overly sensitive one or the clingy one. Basically, all of these notions trapped women as to how we see them in our society, as to how they must act in our society. We as hosts therefore tried to break these notions and explained as to why at times women tend to be like this. And that importantly, we must view women as not being a lesser or inferior gender compared to men. That what these men can do, women can do also.
I really think this topic could really open the eyes and minds of those people who still have that conventional thinking of women as weak and inferior species. I, myself was a bit astounded as to the manner of how highly I disapproved on women discrimination even if I’m not a feminist at all. Surely, being open to these kinds of issues and making a stand on them could not hurt at all.
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For this week, Faye and Glenn would not be staying with us anymore since they already finished their radio internships in DZUP. So Gender-ation was left to Chi and me. And our topic was on “Women Empowerment”. I honestly felt like this topic was not for me. Why? Because as I always tell the others, “I am sexist but not necessarily a feminist.” Plus this topic was so broad and too heavy to discuss. Good thing, Ate I extended her help by looking for songs related to our topic and she even joined us into hosting that episode.
At first, I was kinda lost for words. After all, I am not an advocate of feminism, so women empowerment and the like was not a big deal for me. However, as Chi and Ate I were having an exchange of views, in fairness, I was able to share the same sentiments and perspectives with them. We talked about how discrimination and stereotyping could really affect how women view or position themselves as individuals at home and in the society at large. That was why, we pointed out that a number of notions about women are totally biased if not wrong. Being a woman is not just about pro-creation and being the overly sensitive one or the clingy one. Basically, all of these notions trapped women as to how we see them in our society, as to how they must act in our society. We as hosts therefore tried to break these notions and explained as to why at times women tend to be like this. And that importantly, we must view women as not being a lesser or inferior gender compared to men. That what these men can do, women can do also.
I really think this topic could really open the eyes and minds of those people who still have that conventional thinking of women as weak and inferior species. I, myself was a bit astounded as to the manner of how highly I disapproved on women discrimination even if I’m not a feminist at all. Surely, being open to these kinds of issues and making a stand on them could not hurt at all.
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Why TV internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: EIGHTH WEEK (FINALE)
September 27 – October 3, 2010
SEPTEMBER 29 - EIGHTEENTH DAY
After my two months or so of being thrown into a number of different programs; Bubble Gang, Mel & Joey, Hole in the Wall, Love ni Mister, Love ni Misis, Party Pilipinas, My Favorite Recipes (QTV) and Asar Talo; I am now at the end of this pretty short trip. Today officially marks my last day as an intern in GMA.
I am glad however that I would be spending it with Pam (my co-intern and friend from UP) and finally with the Comedy Bar crew.
I was allowed to join Pam at the Comedy Bar taping since the program assigned to me was not shooting that afternoon. Though I am very much comfortable and capable of working alone, it made me really happy because I get to share with Pam (through first-hand experience) why she fell in love with this show. I was excited to be introduced to the nicest crew. When we got back to Studio 5, Pam asked permission for me from Ma’am Bangs, the Associate Producer. After which, I got settled and we both waited for something to do making conversations with the people there. And as much as I wanted to do my PI 100 paper due the following day, my mind was not set for that then. I just wanted to be there, experience everything that I could and take with me these lessons as I venture into the next chapter of my life.
Ma’am/Ate Cai arrived not long after and asked me to do the idiot boards. The scripts were long but luckily, there were two of us (Pam and I) to help each other. Pam taught me how they do idiot boards for Fabio’s spiels then went to work. Everyone at the table eventually had to leave but was soon replaced by Sir Josh and Fabio [He was soooo kuliiiiit and so adorable, srsly.]. The Brazilian-Japanese model-host provided us entertainment as he practiced rapping Andrew E’s “Humanap Ka ng Panget” which Sir Josh suggested he do in his introduction later. When we finished writing the idiot boards, Pam then helped me tape together the pieces of Manila paper. We then went to the gazebo to shoot the first VTR under the scorching heat. It was perfect timing for me to join them here as the pole they use to roll the idiot boards on was missing, thus requiring two people to hold up the idiot boards. Though it drizzled a bit, we finished the VTR and rushed off for VTR 2. At the dressing room, location for the second shoot, when everything was in place, we started shooting. At the course of the taping, Fabio must’ve gotten too excited that he tripped over the dumbbell twice and almost hit his head on the full-length glass mirror. We were all stunned with his crazy antics. Fortunately, he didn’t injure himself whatsoever; got all the shots we needed and wrapped up the VTR shoot. After which, Pam and I found our way to the pantry to have merienda.
By this time, most of the things we usually help out in for the production are done. Pam and I went back and forth looking for things to do then. At one point while hanging out just outside the studio, Direk Dominic Zapata happened to see us. He asked Utility to buy him coffee from Starbucks and even offered us coffee too. I was so shocked when Pam told me he was the director. I was amazed at how friendly and down-to-earth the people here are, that even the hosts and bosses do not treat us any differently. The celebrities this evening are no different either. When I had the likes of Allan K, Maui Taylor, Onyok Velasco, Kris Bernal, Bela Padilla and Roxanne Barcelo sign the attendance, they were all very gracious. Some of them even said “thank you” after signing. Bela Padilla of Endless Love and Roxanne Barcelo were two of the celebrities I found to be genuinely nice and sweet.
The things I did today were not any different from what I have been doing the past eight weeks. There also wasn’t anything special with the production today. But that tiny detail of it being my LAST TAPING DAY as an INTERN somehow made some difference. It made me cherish every second I had in the studio with the crew.
As all good things come to an end, so did this. Finally 150 hours down! It felt great indeed. Not only did I learn a lot about production, experienced it first-hand and had the chance to actually help out in some, I did it while making an even greater investment: LIFETIME FRIENDS. ♥♥♥
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SEPTEMBER 29 - EIGHTEENTH DAY
After my two months or so of being thrown into a number of different programs; Bubble Gang, Mel & Joey, Hole in the Wall, Love ni Mister, Love ni Misis, Party Pilipinas, My Favorite Recipes (QTV) and Asar Talo; I am now at the end of this pretty short trip. Today officially marks my last day as an intern in GMA.
I am glad however that I would be spending it with Pam (my co-intern and friend from UP) and finally with the Comedy Bar crew.
I was allowed to join Pam at the Comedy Bar taping since the program assigned to me was not shooting that afternoon. Though I am very much comfortable and capable of working alone, it made me really happy because I get to share with Pam (through first-hand experience) why she fell in love with this show. I was excited to be introduced to the nicest crew. When we got back to Studio 5, Pam asked permission for me from Ma’am Bangs, the Associate Producer. After which, I got settled and we both waited for something to do making conversations with the people there. And as much as I wanted to do my PI 100 paper due the following day, my mind was not set for that then. I just wanted to be there, experience everything that I could and take with me these lessons as I venture into the next chapter of my life.
Ma’am/Ate Cai arrived not long after and asked me to do the idiot boards. The scripts were long but luckily, there were two of us (Pam and I) to help each other. Pam taught me how they do idiot boards for Fabio’s spiels then went to work. Everyone at the table eventually had to leave but was soon replaced by Sir Josh and Fabio [He was soooo kuliiiiit and so adorable, srsly.]. The Brazilian-Japanese model-host provided us entertainment as he practiced rapping Andrew E’s “Humanap Ka ng Panget” which Sir Josh suggested he do in his introduction later. When we finished writing the idiot boards, Pam then helped me tape together the pieces of Manila paper. We then went to the gazebo to shoot the first VTR under the scorching heat. It was perfect timing for me to join them here as the pole they use to roll the idiot boards on was missing, thus requiring two people to hold up the idiot boards. Though it drizzled a bit, we finished the VTR and rushed off for VTR 2. At the dressing room, location for the second shoot, when everything was in place, we started shooting. At the course of the taping, Fabio must’ve gotten too excited that he tripped over the dumbbell twice and almost hit his head on the full-length glass mirror. We were all stunned with his crazy antics. Fortunately, he didn’t injure himself whatsoever; got all the shots we needed and wrapped up the VTR shoot. After which, Pam and I found our way to the pantry to have merienda.
By this time, most of the things we usually help out in for the production are done. Pam and I went back and forth looking for things to do then. At one point while hanging out just outside the studio, Direk Dominic Zapata happened to see us. He asked Utility to buy him coffee from Starbucks and even offered us coffee too. I was so shocked when Pam told me he was the director. I was amazed at how friendly and down-to-earth the people here are, that even the hosts and bosses do not treat us any differently. The celebrities this evening are no different either. When I had the likes of Allan K, Maui Taylor, Onyok Velasco, Kris Bernal, Bela Padilla and Roxanne Barcelo sign the attendance, they were all very gracious. Some of them even said “thank you” after signing. Bela Padilla of Endless Love and Roxanne Barcelo were two of the celebrities I found to be genuinely nice and sweet.
The things I did today were not any different from what I have been doing the past eight weeks. There also wasn’t anything special with the production today. But that tiny detail of it being my LAST TAPING DAY as an INTERN somehow made some difference. It made me cherish every second I had in the studio with the crew.
As all good things come to an end, so did this. Finally 150 hours down! It felt great indeed. Not only did I learn a lot about production, experienced it first-hand and had the chance to actually help out in some, I did it while making an even greater investment: LIFETIME FRIENDS. ♥♥♥
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Why radio internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: THIRD WEEK
September 27 – October 3, 2010
This week, the episode of Gender-ation is all about “EXPECTATIONS OF THE SOCIETY”. This episode was so much fun to host since there were 4 of us girls (I, Faye, Chi and Camille) and there was only 1 guy (Glenn). So it was somewhat like 4 versus 1. HAHA. In favor again of girls, of course. Too bad Glenn was totally outnumbered, still in fairness to him he did gave a fair fight. HAHAHA.
So basically, for this episode, we discussed the general expectations of the society from both men and women. We tackled different aspects of these expectations of the society in relation to the self, family, school, community and of course the undying expectations when both sexes are engaged in a romantic relationship. And the topic being somewhat controversial for both sexes resulted to another debate which is of course informational and still gender sensitive, that even though we were debating and justifying our points, we made sure that we were not just lambasting the opposite sex. And both parties acknowledged the shortcomings brought along by these differences too between men and women that was why I still think that the exchange of dialogues among the hosts were not really bordering on biasness (Okay, maybe just a little. HAHA. But that’s what makes it a lil fun, right?). So all in all, I realized that it was really fun and relevant at the same time to talk about this kind of stuff. I shared and really learned a lot from this experience.
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This week, the episode of Gender-ation is all about “EXPECTATIONS OF THE SOCIETY”. This episode was so much fun to host since there were 4 of us girls (I, Faye, Chi and Camille) and there was only 1 guy (Glenn). So it was somewhat like 4 versus 1. HAHA. In favor again of girls, of course. Too bad Glenn was totally outnumbered, still in fairness to him he did gave a fair fight. HAHAHA.
So basically, for this episode, we discussed the general expectations of the society from both men and women. We tackled different aspects of these expectations of the society in relation to the self, family, school, community and of course the undying expectations when both sexes are engaged in a romantic relationship. And the topic being somewhat controversial for both sexes resulted to another debate which is of course informational and still gender sensitive, that even though we were debating and justifying our points, we made sure that we were not just lambasting the opposite sex. And both parties acknowledged the shortcomings brought along by these differences too between men and women that was why I still think that the exchange of dialogues among the hosts were not really bordering on biasness (Okay, maybe just a little. HAHA. But that’s what makes it a lil fun, right?). So all in all, I realized that it was really fun and relevant at the same time to talk about this kind of stuff. I shared and really learned a lot from this experience.
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Why radio internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: SECOND WEEK
September 20 – September 26, 2010
For this week, the topic of the episode of Gender-ation is on “COMING OUT”. Once again, I joined Faye and Glenn host the show. And our guest was no other than JP de Luna. He’s an ASSer and at first sight, he may look somewhat intimidating. But I knew JP before because he was the one who edited my video footage for his Editing class and for my Videography class. He is really very friendly and bubbly. At first, I thought he already forgot that we were acquainted or what, turns out he didn’t forget and even invited me to go to their event, RAVIBE. I was going there even if he didn’t ask me to since I already bought a ticket from Faye. HAHA.
And since everyone was at ease with each other and was in a good mood, the program went on smoothly. And JP being a very witty person really engaged not only the listeners but also us, the hosts. We had a good laugh all throughout the program. The sharing part done by JP was remarkable because he was really giving us factual information about himself and his experiences in life. That’s why as hosts, we can’t help but interchangeably comment also on his answers and to share our own stand on the different issues thrown at JP too.
I really believe there was an interesting exchange of thoughts throughout the program. And this is very important since the program was done primarily not only to give relief and entertainment to the audience but more so to understand gender issues such as homosexuality.
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For this week, the topic of the episode of Gender-ation is on “COMING OUT”. Once again, I joined Faye and Glenn host the show. And our guest was no other than JP de Luna. He’s an ASSer and at first sight, he may look somewhat intimidating. But I knew JP before because he was the one who edited my video footage for his Editing class and for my Videography class. He is really very friendly and bubbly. At first, I thought he already forgot that we were acquainted or what, turns out he didn’t forget and even invited me to go to their event, RAVIBE. I was going there even if he didn’t ask me to since I already bought a ticket from Faye. HAHA.
And since everyone was at ease with each other and was in a good mood, the program went on smoothly. And JP being a very witty person really engaged not only the listeners but also us, the hosts. We had a good laugh all throughout the program. The sharing part done by JP was remarkable because he was really giving us factual information about himself and his experiences in life. That’s why as hosts, we can’t help but interchangeably comment also on his answers and to share our own stand on the different issues thrown at JP too.
I really believe there was an interesting exchange of thoughts throughout the program. And this is very important since the program was done primarily not only to give relief and entertainment to the audience but more so to understand gender issues such as homosexuality.
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Why TV internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: SEVENTH WEEK
September 20 – September 26, 2010
SEPTEMBER 20 - SIXTEENTH DAY
It’s Monday and once again I was assigned to Asar Talo. I felt happy about it since this time I felt like I am becoming more productive as compared to last week’s taping. Since at the very beginning of the taping, I was already busy doing idiot boards for a number of scripts. Plus the crew knew me already that was why they don’t have a hard time asking for my help. They once in a while ask me to do some little errands for them. Of course, I felt happy that I am being of much use to them, I love helping out anyway. Plus the thought that even with these simple things, they remember me. It meant a lot to me.
For instance, Ate Cham, one of the production assistants of the show, every now and then compliments me as to the manner of my work and the way I handle myself with the crew. Most of them would even mistake me as a staff and not as an intern. And the moment they learned that I’m an intern, they would really ask a lot of questions about me and would insist on me to work in GMA especially at the said show as soon as I graduate. Of course, I felt really honored and happy about this. So in return, as a kind of gesture, I make sure that in everything that I do, I always show my enthusiasm.
That internship day was a bittersweet one because it would be my last taping day at Asar Talo. So the crew really made sure that I have a picture of myself in action during the production. They even forced me into it. HAHA. Really funny but I had a great day. And another 7 hours down!
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SEPTEMBER 23 - SEVENTEENTH DAY
Since I don’t have class today, I decided to go to my internship. It’s Thursday, so there’s no particular program that is assigned to me. I was then sent to the taping of Love ni Mister, Love ni Misis. As soon as I arrived, Sir Jake asked me to help him out with the scripts and with the idiot boards. It was already too cold inside the studio but I have no choice but to bear with it. And as soon as I finished the idiot boards, I was asked by the Art Department to help them. Good thing, I was only allowed to cut out the boards, pictures, scripts as well as graphics and paste them all together. I actually thought I was about to do some major artsy stuff and that would tantamount to disaster. HAHA. Seriously, since I am not the type of person who is inclined to art or even has talent for it. Tsktsk.
Soon as I finished my work, the taping was about to start. The first episode was really entertaining. My eyes and my heart were overwhelmed. HAHAHA. Guess what would happen if 2 famous celebrities along with their equally handsome siblings are to entertain you? OMG right?! What a treat really! Though I was initially not a fan of either Aljur Abrenica or Rocco Nacino, after their performances I admit I’M ALREADY A FAN. :”> Plus, both their siblings were talented too and of course good-looking. HAHAHAHA. :D
Meanwhile, the second episode was on couples. The guests include Douglas Kramer along with his beautiful wife Cheska Garcia and Karel Marquez along with her husband. I guess this episode was really interesting, too bad I wasn’t able to finish the taping since it really started out late and as an intern, I was only allowed to stay until 8pm. Oh well, even so I really had a fun and productive internship day. And again 9 hours down, 10 more hours and I’m done.
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SEPTEMBER 20 - SIXTEENTH DAY
It’s Monday and once again I was assigned to Asar Talo. I felt happy about it since this time I felt like I am becoming more productive as compared to last week’s taping. Since at the very beginning of the taping, I was already busy doing idiot boards for a number of scripts. Plus the crew knew me already that was why they don’t have a hard time asking for my help. They once in a while ask me to do some little errands for them. Of course, I felt happy that I am being of much use to them, I love helping out anyway. Plus the thought that even with these simple things, they remember me. It meant a lot to me.
For instance, Ate Cham, one of the production assistants of the show, every now and then compliments me as to the manner of my work and the way I handle myself with the crew. Most of them would even mistake me as a staff and not as an intern. And the moment they learned that I’m an intern, they would really ask a lot of questions about me and would insist on me to work in GMA especially at the said show as soon as I graduate. Of course, I felt really honored and happy about this. So in return, as a kind of gesture, I make sure that in everything that I do, I always show my enthusiasm.
That internship day was a bittersweet one because it would be my last taping day at Asar Talo. So the crew really made sure that I have a picture of myself in action during the production. They even forced me into it. HAHA. Really funny but I had a great day. And another 7 hours down!
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SEPTEMBER 23 - SEVENTEENTH DAY
Since I don’t have class today, I decided to go to my internship. It’s Thursday, so there’s no particular program that is assigned to me. I was then sent to the taping of Love ni Mister, Love ni Misis. As soon as I arrived, Sir Jake asked me to help him out with the scripts and with the idiot boards. It was already too cold inside the studio but I have no choice but to bear with it. And as soon as I finished the idiot boards, I was asked by the Art Department to help them. Good thing, I was only allowed to cut out the boards, pictures, scripts as well as graphics and paste them all together. I actually thought I was about to do some major artsy stuff and that would tantamount to disaster. HAHA. Seriously, since I am not the type of person who is inclined to art or even has talent for it. Tsktsk.
Soon as I finished my work, the taping was about to start. The first episode was really entertaining. My eyes and my heart were overwhelmed. HAHAHA. Guess what would happen if 2 famous celebrities along with their equally handsome siblings are to entertain you? OMG right?! What a treat really! Though I was initially not a fan of either Aljur Abrenica or Rocco Nacino, after their performances I admit I’M ALREADY A FAN. :”> Plus, both their siblings were talented too and of course good-looking. HAHAHAHA. :D
Meanwhile, the second episode was on couples. The guests include Douglas Kramer along with his beautiful wife Cheska Garcia and Karel Marquez along with her husband. I guess this episode was really interesting, too bad I wasn’t able to finish the taping since it really started out late and as an intern, I was only allowed to stay until 8pm. Oh well, even so I really had a fun and productive internship day. And again 9 hours down, 10 more hours and I’m done.
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Lagot (4th week)
Sept. 13- 17
For this week, I did almost the same things such as label tapes, deliver forms, photocopy, organize files, help find contacts and the like. What's different is the work environment, sobrang busy nila. Everyone was agitated. According to them that's what usually happens when initial plans fail. Almost all the backpack shoots had problems, several interviewees backed out, and some researchers didn't find good case studies for their stories. While everyone was busy making things work for the the coming episode, me and my co-intern Drea tried our bests to do something productive haha. Kahit hindi kami napapansin dun. Para kaming ghosts unless kailangan nila bigla ng something.
Sa linggong ito, napakadaming napagalitan. Sa four days na pagpasok ko, lahat may na-witness akong nasigawan, nasungitan, na-interrogate, napahiya somehow.
"Shape up, tandaan niyo yan", was the unforgettable line I heard from the Executive Producer as he demanded better outputs from some of the new researchers. That phrase sounded like, "better do good or else you're all fired I'm telling you". He was very very strict. Sabagay, hindi ko siya masisisi, siya ang humaharap kay Korina at siya ang nakakasalo ng lahat ng mood swings. Tama lang na magdemand siya ng mas magandang trabaho. What I love about Sir Otep is that he explains what's wrong with the output, he wants a good material, and he knows what he's talking about. He makes you understand your shortcomings and dares you to step up and be better.
Habang stressed lahat at hindi din kami maka-stay sa office ng matagal dahil madaming staff, Cecille(PA) took the initiative to make our experience there worthwhile.
She helped us understand the system of the production, she toured us around ABS-CBN, she shared her feelings about work, she became our friend. Kahit napapagalitan din si Cecille, natatanggap niya, at marami kami natutunan sa kanya. Sa pagsama-sama ko kay Cecile, I got to understand the people from Rated K more. I got to appreciate the life in Rated K, the passion in everyone that keeps the show going.
For this week, I did almost the same things such as label tapes, deliver forms, photocopy, organize files, help find contacts and the like. What's different is the work environment, sobrang busy nila. Everyone was agitated. According to them that's what usually happens when initial plans fail. Almost all the backpack shoots had problems, several interviewees backed out, and some researchers didn't find good case studies for their stories. While everyone was busy making things work for the the coming episode, me and my co-intern Drea tried our bests to do something productive haha. Kahit hindi kami napapansin dun. Para kaming ghosts unless kailangan nila bigla ng something.
Sa linggong ito, napakadaming napagalitan. Sa four days na pagpasok ko, lahat may na-witness akong nasigawan, nasungitan, na-interrogate, napahiya somehow.
"Shape up, tandaan niyo yan", was the unforgettable line I heard from the Executive Producer as he demanded better outputs from some of the new researchers. That phrase sounded like, "better do good or else you're all fired I'm telling you". He was very very strict. Sabagay, hindi ko siya masisisi, siya ang humaharap kay Korina at siya ang nakakasalo ng lahat ng mood swings. Tama lang na magdemand siya ng mas magandang trabaho. What I love about Sir Otep is that he explains what's wrong with the output, he wants a good material, and he knows what he's talking about. He makes you understand your shortcomings and dares you to step up and be better.
Habang stressed lahat at hindi din kami maka-stay sa office ng matagal dahil madaming staff, Cecille(PA) took the initiative to make our experience there worthwhile.
She helped us understand the system of the production, she toured us around ABS-CBN, she shared her feelings about work, she became our friend. Kahit napapagalitan din si Cecille, natatanggap niya, at marami kami natutunan sa kanya. Sa pagsama-sama ko kay Cecile, I got to understand the people from Rated K more. I got to appreciate the life in Rated K, the passion in everyone that keeps the show going.
Why radio internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: FIRST WEEK
September 13 – September 19, 2010
This week marks the start of my radio internship in DZUP. I was assigned to Ma’am Jo’s program entitled Gender-ation. This program tackles anything about gender and gender-related issues. Of course having learned that, I was kinda excited to do this and to hear the exchange of dialogues LIVE. However, when I entered DZUP, I learned from Faye that since Chi was not around, I will be accompanying her and Glenn to host the show, LIVE and ON AIR. I have no problem talking however talking on air is different. This will be broadcasted to a large audience that’s why I was kinda hesitant and nervous at the same time. But Faye and Glenn told me that there’s no reason to be fretful about it. And believing what both of them said, I agreed to host the show with them.
So the topic would be on “RELATIONSHIPS”. HAHA. SERIOUSLY? Why this topic? I can so not relate. HAHAHA. Kidding. Okay, I admit my last serious relationship with someone was far too long ago however besides that I believe I have a great deal to share when it comes to topic such as these. Since, I think myself being a social animal, more or less I have been exposed to the real nature of both men and women. So reading them is not so much of a bewildering task for me. I even find that quite amusing, really. That’s why I guess this is a sign – the program was destined for me. HAHAHAHA.
Okay back to the program, this show airs from 5pm to 6pm every Tuesday. And our special guest for the episode was Jose Miguel Paras, the boyfriend of Faye. It was really fun having a debate on-air with the boys (Glenn and Miguel) while I have Faye as a partner for this. Of course we justified why and how men and women differ on their handlings of relationships. I actually felt like we nailed them. HAHA. Sorry boys, good luck next time. We did have a great time, so there’s really no loser this time, right? Plus, we both acknowledged that men and women have their own strengths and weaknesses. And that in relationships, COMPROMISE is the most important thing when dealing with differences or conflicts. :D
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This week marks the start of my radio internship in DZUP. I was assigned to Ma’am Jo’s program entitled Gender-ation. This program tackles anything about gender and gender-related issues. Of course having learned that, I was kinda excited to do this and to hear the exchange of dialogues LIVE. However, when I entered DZUP, I learned from Faye that since Chi was not around, I will be accompanying her and Glenn to host the show, LIVE and ON AIR. I have no problem talking however talking on air is different. This will be broadcasted to a large audience that’s why I was kinda hesitant and nervous at the same time. But Faye and Glenn told me that there’s no reason to be fretful about it. And believing what both of them said, I agreed to host the show with them.
So the topic would be on “RELATIONSHIPS”. HAHA. SERIOUSLY? Why this topic? I can so not relate. HAHAHA. Kidding. Okay, I admit my last serious relationship with someone was far too long ago however besides that I believe I have a great deal to share when it comes to topic such as these. Since, I think myself being a social animal, more or less I have been exposed to the real nature of both men and women. So reading them is not so much of a bewildering task for me. I even find that quite amusing, really. That’s why I guess this is a sign – the program was destined for me. HAHAHAHA.
Okay back to the program, this show airs from 5pm to 6pm every Tuesday. And our special guest for the episode was Jose Miguel Paras, the boyfriend of Faye. It was really fun having a debate on-air with the boys (Glenn and Miguel) while I have Faye as a partner for this. Of course we justified why and how men and women differ on their handlings of relationships. I actually felt like we nailed them. HAHA. Sorry boys, good luck next time. We did have a great time, so there’s really no loser this time, right? Plus, we both acknowledged that men and women have their own strengths and weaknesses. And that in relationships, COMPROMISE is the most important thing when dealing with differences or conflicts. :D
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Let's go walk talk and deliver!:) (3rd week)
For the third week, here's what I did:
1. Deliver tapes to the editing house
2. Photocopy some request forms
3. Label tapes
4. Clean the office
5. Transcribe
6. Accompany PAs to different departments
7. Organize files in the office
Routine ko na siya, to check what I can do for the team. I'm starting to get used to the nature of the office, though masungit mga tao, we are crowded and I often feel na "pampasikip" ako dun haha.
SIGNIFICANT LEARNING: Take the initiative. :)
I realized, I can always do something to help, kahit simpleng paglabel ng tapes. They're all too busy, all too stressed out that sometimes I just feel like giving them a free back massage, kahit masungit sila. haha Sa sobrang pagkabusy nila, maski mga pangalan naming mga interns hindi na nila matandaan, weekly tinatanong nila kami ng pangalan namin haha.
Life in the public affairs is hard, but for people who enjoy it, it's worth it, I see it in them <3. The stress is worth it if you love your job, if you accept its pros and cons with all your heart. Working for a program does not only require you to accomplish your tasks, it requires your whole heart and dedication, because your outputs define the program. You do not create just to earn, but to constantly prove that you are deserving of the job.
Great third week :)
PA (2nd week)
We were asked to help out with the preparation for the Grand Kapamilya Negosyo Fair 2 at the SMX Convention Center. PAs got my attention this 2nd week.
PREPARATION
Days before the fair, I was stuck in the office cutting paper, repackaging merchandise and the like. It was quite disappointing really to do just that for the whole day. And since I believe I can learn from any task no matter how trivial they seem, I decided to just observe the people as much as I could. I tried to imagine myself in the place of a PA, gosh, it's so hard to be a PA in Rated K. Imagine, you studied hard! You wrote a thesis! You have a diploma, then you'll just be tasked to cut paper the whole day, run errands, buy food for the meetings, repackage flipflops, umbrellas and other freebies without even having the privilege to ask for a decent break for relaxation. That is just so depressing, that what you did the whole day can be done by just anyone. Like what one PA said to me, sometimes she gets frustrated with the work given to her, "Kung ganito lang din, sana hindi na ako nag-aral". Aside from that, talagang kawawa ang PA dun, PAs get the nastiest jokes. :| I think sometimes it's just too rude to treat PAs 'that' way. By 'that', I mean calling them funny names, asking them to buy you food even if it's not their job to do so, shouting at them, humiliating them in front of other staff. Sad. Sometimes, me and my fellow interns just freeze whenever mean jokes are thrown at PAs. As in yung mukha namin di maipinta, how can they take it? Seriously.
That's life inside the office. Outside the office, everything was soooooo different.
NEGOSYO FAIR
When we were in the fair, they just seem like different people haha. They're nicer, happier, everything is better in them. I saw the spark of joy in their faces, I saw that they had a fun side. I saw respect. I saw camaraderie. Hindi ko naman matatawag na kaplastikan, siguro mas nakahinga lang lahat sila sa stress na nadudulot din ng environment. Naramdaman ko na mas para silang pamilya pag nagttrabaho sa labas, parang lahat sila magkakampi, walang pwede umaway sa isa. They were sooooo competitive, kaya ang saya din naman. Pinaka "patok" ang booth ng Rated K. Masaya. Makulay. Buhay na buhay. I just wonder, if they can be like that outside, why do they choose to be so serious in the office? As if they're gonna bite anyone who makes a mistake, especially the PAs.
Of course we had SOOOO MUCH FUN during the fair :) But more than the fun, I'm experiencing things in Rated K which make me think about greater things in life -work, determination, dedication, courage and respect. At sa tingin ko, yun ang mahalaga, ang matutunan ko mabuild up ang attitude na kailangan ko to survive in the industry, na syempre hindi tinatapakan ang iba. Dakila ang mga PA. Saludo ako sa kanila.
PREPARATION
Days before the fair, I was stuck in the office cutting paper, repackaging merchandise and the like. It was quite disappointing really to do just that for the whole day. And since I believe I can learn from any task no matter how trivial they seem, I decided to just observe the people as much as I could. I tried to imagine myself in the place of a PA, gosh, it's so hard to be a PA in Rated K. Imagine, you studied hard! You wrote a thesis! You have a diploma, then you'll just be tasked to cut paper the whole day, run errands, buy food for the meetings, repackage flipflops, umbrellas and other freebies without even having the privilege to ask for a decent break for relaxation. That is just so depressing, that what you did the whole day can be done by just anyone. Like what one PA said to me, sometimes she gets frustrated with the work given to her, "Kung ganito lang din, sana hindi na ako nag-aral". Aside from that, talagang kawawa ang PA dun, PAs get the nastiest jokes. :| I think sometimes it's just too rude to treat PAs 'that' way. By 'that', I mean calling them funny names, asking them to buy you food even if it's not their job to do so, shouting at them, humiliating them in front of other staff. Sad. Sometimes, me and my fellow interns just freeze whenever mean jokes are thrown at PAs. As in yung mukha namin di maipinta, how can they take it? Seriously.
That's life inside the office. Outside the office, everything was soooooo different.
NEGOSYO FAIR
When we were in the fair, they just seem like different people haha. They're nicer, happier, everything is better in them. I saw the spark of joy in their faces, I saw that they had a fun side. I saw respect. I saw camaraderie. Hindi ko naman matatawag na kaplastikan, siguro mas nakahinga lang lahat sila sa stress na nadudulot din ng environment. Naramdaman ko na mas para silang pamilya pag nagttrabaho sa labas, parang lahat sila magkakampi, walang pwede umaway sa isa. They were sooooo competitive, kaya ang saya din naman. Pinaka "patok" ang booth ng Rated K. Masaya. Makulay. Buhay na buhay. I just wonder, if they can be like that outside, why do they choose to be so serious in the office? As if they're gonna bite anyone who makes a mistake, especially the PAs.
Of course we had SOOOO MUCH FUN during the fair :) But more than the fun, I'm experiencing things in Rated K which make me think about greater things in life -work, determination, dedication, courage and respect. At sa tingin ko, yun ang mahalaga, ang matutunan ko mabuild up ang attitude na kailangan ko to survive in the industry, na syempre hindi tinatapakan ang iba. Dakila ang mga PA. Saludo ako sa kanila.
Why TV internship can be bitterly/overly SWEET: SIXTH WEEK
September 13 – September 19, 2010
SEPTEMBER 13 - TWELVETH DAY
Since Friday was a holiday, I can’t afford to be absent this day for internship. I badly need that 10 hours for today since my ID validation is applicable only until October 8. Meaning I really have to work on my remaining hours at GMA plus I also have another internship and that’s for radio and that’s another 50 hours. So I guess I have no choice but to end my internship at GMA as soon as possible (Oh, life sadness.).
So for today, Arianne and I went to the taping of Asar Talo. I actually thought we’ll be going to the taping of Bubble Gang but according to Ma’am Grace, there was no taping. So Ma’am Elai suggested we just go to the said taping instead. I was sure it was going to be fun because I was with Arianne. And true enough, as we were about to enter the studio, Edu Manzano was just behind us. He was greeted by Ma’am/Ate Jefflyn and as a courtesy, I also greeted him with a “sweet” good morning (HAHA. I smiled to him. Sorry na, FC much? HAHAHA. :D). And what really caught me off guard was that he smiled back so sweetly too and his good morning was so full of energy. Yaaaaay! GVs! :”>
And as we were on the set, Arianne and I had a great laugh while watching the production proper. The contestant was so “game”. We can’t help but be amused by her, though we felt a little sympathy as to how the audience bash her with criticizing comments. But oh well, that’s the rule of the game. Good thing, she walked away with a pot of money.
Back inside the studio, it was very very very cold [as in sooooobraaaaa!]. Arianne and I were asked to write some idiot boards. Plus, we were asked by the crew to do some errand works for them so we were able to go in-and-out of the studio. So in effect our bodies were moving and blood was circulating on our system. At least, at some point, I felt my hand was not numb with coldness. HAHAHA. We stayed there til 6pm only since I have to leave earlier. It was a great day! Thanks to Arianne and Edu Manzano for the GVs! <3 style="mso-spacerun:yes">
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SEPTEMBER 15 - THIRTEENTH DAY
Today, there was no taping for Ma’am Moksha’s programs. That’s why I was sent to Ma’am Ella who’s handling other programs too. I was then sent to the taping of Hole in the Wall. As soon as I arrived, I was tasked by Sir/Kuya Harold to ask the celebrities for basic information for profiling.
So I was able to talk for awhile with Tado Jimenez, Dominic Roco, Mike Tan; they consist a group while the other one were composed of Gene Padilla, Maika, and Patani. And may I just say Dominic Roco and Mike Tan are just too hot and gorgeous. HAHA. Unfortunately, I was alone with them, that was why I wasn’t able to take a picture with them. Haay. I was too shy. Tsktsk.
After lunch, I was once again tasked to do the profiling for the other teams. And I was really relieved and happy at the same time since I was reunited with fellow interns in the program. My friend-slash-fellow UP intern Pam came together with Bea, an intern from the College of Saint Benilde (CSB). Anyway, Tuesday groups consist of Ryza Cenon and Kris Bernal against Rich Asuncion and Gwen Zamora. They are all really pretty. Plus I was a bit shocked when Kris Bernal borrowed my jacket for her casual picture since she was already dressed up with the Hole in the Wall silver overall. And then she sweetly thanked me after. I felt kinda astounded really. And I was once again attacked by my shyness, HAHA, believe me. I was too shy to take pictures with Kris along with her fellow celebrity players. Seriously, I still get star struck and shy approaching celebrities even though the encounters I’ve had in this program have all been pleasant.
Okay going back, soon after, Pam and I escorted the Tuesday group downstairs for briefing. And we stayed at the hallway waiting for other instructions. We were informed that the Wednesday (Izzy and Gwen of Sexbomb), Thursday (non-celebrities) and Friday (non-celebrities) players were already in the pantry. Since Ma’am/Ate Jefflyn was missing in action, we helped ourselves and got contracts from her green envelope. Ate Jefflyn has already given us permission of touching these things especially when she has to run to the other building for errands. It was nice having co-interns helping me out there.
After we got the third batch of players to sign the contracts, we were running back from the pantry to give the stuff to Ate Jefflyn who was finally back. And once again, I and Pam got the participants’ statistics. It was sort of chaotic having three sets of participants in the same room but we accomplished our work. Pam and I then lead the Thursday group upstairs to get dressed up and after which went back to the pantry for merienda. Since our main work was done, Pam and I pretty much chilled for the remaining hours of taping. Still, I did little errands like calling the lifeguards to the studio, looking for the floor director for blocking, calling PJ (the masahista) as requested by Ma’am Camille, the Executive Producer of Hole in the Wall and Bubble Gang and of course going to the crew pantry.
Indeed it was sweet being reunited with Pam again in the studio. It was really nice having others help me do the errands. It was a great internship day. Plus, another 10 hours down! :D
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SEPTEMBER 16 - FOURTEENTH DAY
Today, since I don’t really go on Thursdays for internship, I was assigned to Love ni Mister, Love ni Misis. At the dressing room, I first met the Executive Producer of the show, Ma’am Rea. Before the start of the taping, I was asked to do some errand stuff for them. I also helped Ate Apple with the props and helped Sir Jake and Ma’am/Ate Cai on the idiot boards. After which, I had the privileged to chill a little. It was sooo cold in the studio. But it was of course SUPER FUN just watching over the taping. Zoren and Carmina are so perfect for each other. They really have that undeniable spark even on television.
The first taping was all about DOGS for the introduction of the new show, BANTATAY. This is an original story that revolves around a family who loves dogs. The guests include Gelli de Bellen (She is so kwela and loud. HAHA); Jennica Garcia (She’s tall and so slim but very pretty); Carl Guevarra (He is macho. HAHA.); Maybeline dela Cruz (She is so porcelain-skinned. Inggit ako. HAHA.); and of course Prince Stefan (OMG. He is sooo hot. Swearrr.). During the taping, I was asked to do some errand stuff so I went in and out of the studio. And Sir Dex (UP BC prof) upon seeing me was shocked to find out that I was interning for his show. It was kinda awkward since we’re not really that close especially after the break of the first taping since we were sharing the same seat. HAHAHA. Pretty awkward really. Plus Sir Jake, learning that I am from UP and knowing Sir Dex kept on interviewing me about him. They were lambasting each other. HAHAHA. It was nice seeing another side of Sir Dex. :D
And for the second taping, I was shocked when Ma’am Rea, the EP of the show asked me to act as a talent. This would be for the introduction of the show. I will act as a journalist who is then going to interview President Pnoy and former President GMA’s impersonators, Willie Nepomuceno and Ate Glo. Since the episode is all about fakes. I was of course hesitant but I’m afraid I was not allowed to say NO especially to the EP, right? So I said YES instead. HAHA. I was kinda nervous since there was Direk Louie Ignacio looking over the whole scene. But I was sort of relieved when the scenes for the two were only done in the first takes. Plus, Ma’am Rea along with the crew were teasing me that I can be a good talent. Of course I felt happy and flattered at the same time.
It was great working with the crew of this show. And yay to another 10 hours down! :D
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SEPTEMBER 17 - FIFTEENTH DAY
It’s Friday and I was supposed to be at Mel & Joey’s taping but since there was no taping for today, I was sent by Ma’am Grace to assist Ma’am Elai of Party Pilipinas. I was asked then to proceed to Studio 6. And outside the dressing room, I waited for the crew. I learned that for today, there’ll be a pictorial.
I was then introduced to Direk Rico of Party Pilipinas. Inside the dressing room, I helped prepare the set-up of the shoot. I along with the crew tried to clean up the room. Then, Francheska Farr, the subject of the pictorial already came. She is tall and skinny. And I wasn’t acquainted with her. But I learned that she’s a budding singer and she’s part of Party Pilipinas. This pictorial was made in celebration of her 18th birthday. I know, looking at her I myself was shocked to know that she just recently turned 18. Oh well, she kinda look more mature than her age but I sort of have a feeling that she’s a sweet girl.
After a few minutes, Raymond Saldaña, the official photographer of the shoot, along with his assistant entered the room. My first impression of him is that he looks kinda serious but through the course of the shoot, he was really very encouraging, knows how to compliment and he had a very sweet smile. However, I really had a feeling that he was somewhat like a perfectionist. I sort of feel bad for Francheska then, since I just realized it was indeed really hard to be a model. The shoot took hours to finish plus the number of dress-changing sessions were there really to test one’s patience. I can say that pictorials are painstaking tasks as much as productions. Only in productions, more people are involved in them most of the time. However, at the end of the day, what matters is the passion and dedication of these people to create an awe-inspiring output.
Good thing I was exposed to this kind of pictorials, I had a lot of realizations. It was a great experience still. Plus another 7 hours down! :D
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