#28: Kath Loughnan (Fox Sports) - How to Launch A Career in Sports Journalism

Whether you are a fan of AFL or cricket (or sport in general), you will be familiar with this week’s guest!

Introducing Kath Loughnan - Presenter for Fox Sports - as we discuss how to build a career in Sports Journalism.

At just 20 years of age, Kath made the leap from Perth to Fox Sports for her university internship. We found out exactly how she landed the right contact for her internship and discover the risks she took along the way to attain the ‘best job in the world’.

In this jam-packed episode, we get a fascinating insight into life behind the camera as Kath shares how she prepares for every single show and interview, the dynamics of working with her sporting heroes at Fox Sports and even reveals her “end of the world” slip-up on live TV that will fill you with confidence. (watch via the link at the end of the show notes)

Plus, we get into the nitty-gritty, expert tips for aspiring sports journalists as we uncover Kath’s #1 skill you need to be a sports journalist in 2020, the art of staying “cool, calm and collected on camera, even when you may not be on the inside” and why no day is ever the same in sports media.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the show as we take an insightful and entertaining look into the world of sports media! 

In this episode you will learn:

• Why preparation is the key to Kath’s success and how you can deal with situations ‘when shit hits the fan.’ [4:10]
• Kath’s #1 advice for graduates to boost your employability in sports media. [37:10]
• Why you’re never going to land your dream job straight out of university and to always be open to any opportunity. [43:30] 
• Kath’s high-profile mentor and why you need a professional mentor to be in your corner and tell you the hard truths. [44:50]
• Plus heaps more!

We promised, so we have delivered. Watch Kath's hilarious slip-up live on air for Fox Sports.

***

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to land guests!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.