How is life working in an organization that produces the most popular tv programs in China?
At the beginning of 2020, I received an offer from China’s second-biggest television network – Hunan Broadcasting System. I was so surprised but at the same time worried. At that time, China was facing a huge increase in the number of people diagnosed with Covid-19. Hunan city is just below the Hubei, where the outbreak emerged. However, I know it is a perfect opportunity to get deep into the profession. Thus, I started my work in Hunan broadcasting system. More specifically, I was working in the department “News and Truth”. It is a science entertainment television program. Starting from the news facts that are mentioned in the rumors, the program uses scientific methods to test the validity of the rumors. The content of each episode includes different sections. Such as national policy, food safety, health, etc. Because of the pandemic,I was responsible for the section that is related to Covid-19.
I have started my work online because of self-quarantine. At first, I did not know anything about producing. I have no idea how a program is produced. All my colleagues talked in a professional way so that I was thinking if I could really learn something from this intern. Also, the whole online working environment made the work even more difficult. Fortunately, my host supervisor is a really nice girl, she taught me step by step how to produce valuable content. Also, because of the course entertainment communication, I was able to apply my knowledge at UvA into practice.
I was able to support the program team on various projects. Also, the teamwork between the colleagues was perfect. Because of the knowledge that I have gained at the university and the perfect collaboration, our project was praised by the superior leader.
Looking back on the past few months, I am sure that this experience is my first step to become a real communication specialist. I would highly recommend the internship in Hunan Broadcasting System for those who love media and wants to have a place within the Chinese media field. Hunan Broadcasting System is the most popular tv station. Such an internship could be your stepping-tone to success within the field.