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FEBRUARY 2015
CHAPTER NEWS
ATTENTION ALL COLLEGE AND HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENTS IN THE SUNCOAST REGION!
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Suncoast Chapter
SUNCOAST STUDENT
TELEVISION
AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
ENTER TODAY
Deadline: February 27, 2015
The Suncoast Student Television Awards are now online and with this year’s online entry process—Student Express—it’s easier
than ever to enter. The Award encourages the pursuit of excellence in video production and focuses public attention on
outstanding achievements produced by college, university and high school students. You’ll find all the information you need to
enter your work on the Suncoast Chapter website.
The Suncoast Student Television Awards of Excellence. DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 27, 2015.
The Rulebooks and entry upload information can be found at
http://suncoastchapter.org/awards/student-television-awards/
Good luck to this year’s student entrants! Convenient links for entering are listed below.
2015 Suncoast College/University Rulebook
2015 Suncoast High School Rulebook
Create Registered User Account
Enter the 2015 Suncoast Student Television Awards
Video Upload 2015 Suncoast Student Television Awards
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The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
Suncoast Chapter
Scholarships
Deadline to submit applicatons:
Friday, March 20, 2015 • 12 NOON
THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES
SUNCOAST CHAPTER 2015 STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Suncoast Chapter offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors and
to college/university students who reside in South Florida. Students must plan to attend or currently attend a four-year college/
university with a declared major in Communications/Broadcasting with a concentration in television in the STATE OF FLORIDA.
APPLY ONLINE AT SUNCOASTCHAPTER.ORG • DEADLINE: Friday, March 20, 2015 • 12 NOON
Interviews will be conducted on: Thursday, April 2nd, from 10:00AM – 3:00PM.
The eligibility requirements are as follows:
• Applicant must reside in South Florida and must plan to attend an accredited college or university in the
STATE OF FLORIDA.
• Be a high school graduating senior or a college student with a declared major in Communications/Broadcasting
with a concentration in television.
• Have a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Submit an unofficial transcript.
• Submit a resume along with the application.
• Submit a one page bio.
• Submit an essay (250 to 350 words):
Who in the TV industry serves as your role model and why? - OR Considering the variety of media outlets available today, what role does TV play in remaining an important
source of news and programming?
• Submit a letter of recommendation from a faculty member.
Please note: The letter should attest to character attributes such as integrity and leadership.
• Participate in a personal interview with Scholarship Committee members. Be prepared to give the name of the school you will attend and the cost of your tuition.
All guidelines must be met to avoid disqualification.
For complete information and to apply online, go to suncoastchapter.org.
If you have any questions, you may call Angela Ramos, Scholarship Chairman
at (305) 487-5550 or email [email protected].
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FEBRUARY 2015
CHAPTER NEWS
IRENE BERMAN, TELEVISION INDUSTRY PIONEER, HAS PASSED AWAY
Irene Berman, former President and Trustee of the National Academy of Television Arts & Science Suncoast Chapter passed
away on January 17, 2015.
Irene was the first female television producer in the U.S. with a long, successful career earning many awards producing popular
shows like: The Skipper Chuck Show, Miss Universe Pageant, New Year’s Eve in Miami, Getting Ready, The Orange Bowl Parade,
entertainment specials, documentaries and educational programming (winner of the Ohio State award).
In 1960, Irene fought to study television (women were not permitted), finally convincing the professor to make an exception
for her, winning a spot in the television class at Lindsay Hopkins School (the only Florida school teaching classes for jobs in
the television industry) in Miami, FL.
Irene began performing freelance production work in the burgeoning film industry in Florida in a variety of positions.
In 1961, based on Irene’s experience working production in the film industry, decades of experience as an entertainer and her
newly earned certificate from Lindsay Hopkins, Irene was hired by WTVJ Ch.4 in Miami to produce the Skipper Chuck Show.
This was a popular children’s tv show which aired from Palm Beach to the Keys and throughout the Caribbean. As producer for
the show, Irene was responsible for many innovative segment ideas, contests and other new show elements, as well as writing the
script for the show. Many South Floridians who were member’s of the show’s on-camera audience still remember “Miss Irene”.
Irene left WTVJ to form her own television production company “Video and Film Productions” known as “V&F Productions”.
Irene positively impacted many lives by creatively producing telethons for charities including: Muscular Dystrophy, Easter
Seals, March of Dimes, United Cerebral Palsy, Children’s Cancer Caring Center, United Negro College Fund and The Miami
Children’s Hospital. She felt this was meaningful and important work which she enjoyed very much, with much of what she
produced being aired nationally on the national network portion of these shows, as well as internationally.
Irene was instrumental in the formation of the Florida Film Office and local liaison offices in the 1970’s, and was personally
responsible for helping to bring the L.A. production “Miami Vice” to Miami to shoot at the Ivan Tors Studios. Irene met often
with the show’s producers, promoting South Florida. With the help of a few volunteers, Irene personally tore out metal stadium
seating located at the Ivan Tors Studios before the show’s L.A. producers came to town to make it ready for filming. The rest is
television history.
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FEBRUARY 2015
CHAPTER NEWS
HANK TESTER LEAVING MIAMI’S WTVJ AFTER 22 YEARS
By Mark Joyella TVSPY
Hank Tester‘s bio at NBC-owned WTVJ in Miami begins, “it has been a hell of a run and it is not
over yet,” but the veteran South Florida reporter says his tenure at WTVJ is ending after 22 years.
“Always classy,” said former WTVJ reporter and NBC News correspondent Kerry Sanders on
Facebook. “ An era in top-notch Miami news coverage ends indeed.”
Tester joined WTVJ in 1992 just weeks before Hurricane Andrew. He’s covered countless major
stories for the station since, and been honored with numerous Emmy® Awards and a NATAS Silver
Circle Award. Former WTVJ anchor Bob Mayer described Tester as “a kind and honest man, a true
journalist, (and) a great storyteller.”
Tester takes decades of experience—and his signature roll cue, “let’s take a look,”—as he leaves TVJ.
Hank Tester
BRIAN ANDREWS HAS LEFT CBS4 MIAMI
Reporter Brian Andrews has left WFOR. Andrews came to CBS4 Miami in 2012. Prior
to his return to South Florida, he spent several years in Latin America reporting
stories about lifestyle and culture and runnng the English language operations of
one of Colombia’s largest broadcasters. His work with RCN made him one of the
most recognized “gringos” in Colombia.
Before joining RCN, Brian spent time as a consultant for Caracol Television and
as a freelance Correspondent for CBS New, CBS Radio and The Miami Herald.
For more than a decade, Brian was one of the most popular news anchors and
reporters on South Florida television. Whether it was breaking news, politics,
a huge international story, or a major storm, viewers of WSVN7 and CBS4 were
used to seeing Brian on the story. He has reported from Cuba, Chile, Colombia,
the Bahamas, Belize, Haiti, Italy, Israel, Jamaica, Panama, Venezuela, Peru,
Thailand, Sri Lanka and throughout the Caribbean.
In 2012, Brian was named Best TV News Reporter by the Miami New Times.
The New Times wrote of Brian, “Few television reporters in South Florida offer
more charisma or insider knowledge of the region than Andrews. The dude is
100 percent elan, and his vibe perfectly fits Miami and Broward. He pulses with
color. And Andrews’ stories, whether detail the latest on a murder or a major storm
or some international intrigue, always go further to bring us the news we need now.”
Brian Andrews
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FEBRUARY 2015
REGIONAL NEWS
WESH NAMES SUMMER KNOWLES
By Aneya Fernando TVSPY
Summer Knowles has joined the Orlando NBC affiliate WESH news team.
Knowles left Miami’s WFOR in December, where she was an anchor/reporter, after two-anda-half years at the CBS-owned station.
“Summer is an outstanding journalist with a fantastic ability to deliver breaking news fast and
accurately,” said WESH news director Kirsten Wolff. “Her presence and personality will shine on-air
and in our newsroom.”
Summer Knowles
ADRIAN WHITSETT JOINS WESH AS WEEKEND EVENING CO-ANCHOR
Adrian Whitsett will join Summer Knowles as co-anchor of the WESH weekend evening news.
Whitsett previously worked at Omaha ABC affiliate KETV. Whitsett is an an Iraq veteran.
“Adrian’s experiences as a Marine and as a seasoned journalist give him a unique point of view that
will connect with Central Florida’s large military community,” said WESH news director Kirsten Wolff.
Adrian Whitsett
MIAMI REPORTER TO ANCHOR IN NEW ORLEANS
By Kevin Eck TVSPY
Adrianna Hopkins has joined New Orleans NBC affiliate WDSU as an anchor for the 5:00 and
10:00 p.m. news.
Hopkins comes from WSVN in Miami. She started her career at WRAL in Raleigh, N.C. She has also
worked at WGXA in Macon, Ga. and WHAS in Louisville, Ky.
“Adrianna’s background is ideal for New Orleans,” said WDSU news director Jonathan Shelley.
“She’s skilled and experienced at bringing home the big story, and as everyone knows, we have
plenty of those here in NOLA. We’re excited to have her join our team.”
Adrianna Hopkins
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FEBRUARY 2015
REGIONAL NEWS
WDSU REPORTER NAMED WEEKEND ANCHOR
By Kevin Eck TVSPY
Gina Swanson has been named weekend evening anchor for New Orleans NBC affiliate WDSU.
Swanson had been anchoring weekends on an “interim” basis. She started at WDSU in 2008 as a
general assignment reporter. She’s also worked in Monroe, La. and Austin, Texas.
“We’re thrilled to have someone with Gina’s experience and deep local roots anchoring our
newscasts, said WDSU news director Jonathan Shelley. “Gina knows news and New Orleans inside
and out. She truly defines the term ‘broadcast journalist.’”
Gina Swanson
JUAN KINCAID TO JOIN WVUE
By Kevin Eck TVSPY
Juan Kincaid is joining WVUE as sports director.
Kincaid left New Orleans CBS affiliate WWL in mid-January. He takes the place of Fred Hickman,
who has left the New Orleans FOX affiliate.
“We couldn’t be more excited to have Juan join our award-winning sports team,” said Mikel Schaefer,
WVUE’s news director, in the news release. “He’s a talented, hard-working journalist who has great
storytelling skills. Whether it’s the Saints, Pelicans, LSU, Tulane or prep sports, Juan brings passion
to covering all sports, and is very well respected by viewers and his peers.”
Juan Kincaid
Kincaid must sit out a noncompete clause in his WWL contract, and will work behind the scenes at WVUE until making his July
debut on WVUE’s newscasts.
“I had the pleasure of bringing Juan to the New Orleans market more than a dozen years ago, so I am thrilled to be working
with him again,” said Sandy Breland, group vice president for the Alabama-based station group Raycom Media, which
manages WVUE for Tom Benson‘s Louisiana Media Co., and former WWL news director. “He embraced New Orleans from day
one and has a passion for this area that reflects our team at Fox 8.”
JUDGES NEEDED
It’s easy. And it’s always great to see the work of our peers in other markets. You
can judge at home or in your office—all at your convenience. Entries are judged
online and easy to access.The success of the Emmy® Awards process depends
on the willingness of qualified professionals to serve as judges. Call or email
Karla MacDonald today at 954.322.3171 or [email protected].
(if you don’t contact her, don’t worry ... she’ll eventually come looking for you!)
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FEBRUARY 2015
Officers
Committee Chairs
Chip Richards, President and Trustee,
Production Manager, WLRN-TV, PBS, Miami
Art & Design
John Mays, 1st Vice President and Trustee,
Production Manager, WFOR/CBS4, Miami
Emmy Awards
Maria Cristina Barros, 2nd Vice President and Alternate Trustee,
Director of Marketing and Community Relations,
WSCV/Telemundo 51, Miami
Karla MacDonald, Secretary, Suncoast Chapter Administrator
Betsy Behrens, Treasurer, Retired television producer
Board of Governors
Barbara Alfonso, Manager, Programming and Community
Marketing, WTVJ/NBC6, Miami
Maria Cristina Barros, Chapter 2nd Vice President and
Alternate Trustee, Director of Marketing and Community
Relations, WSCV/Telemundo 51, Miami
Joyce Belloise, Executive Producer, WPBT Channel 2, Miami
Pam Giganti Bunge, News Anchor, WTVJ/NBC6, Miami
Natalia Crujeiras, Director of Digital Media & Social Strategy
for the Office of Cuba Broadcasting
Stacey Panson, Designer, Ft. Lauderdale
John Mays, Production Manager, WFOR/CBS4, Miami
Scholarship
Angela Ramos, Programming & Public Affairs Director,
WLTV/Univision23, Miami
Karla MacDonald, Suncoast Chapter Administrator
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