Media & Film at Kean University

"I can honestly say that the production classes taken at Kean, helped me to be prepared for the assignments I received from my boss at CNN Heroes...I relied on the experienced gained on the production of my own videos, as well as the pre and post production techniques learned in the department." Diana Navarro '09

" We are not accustomed to having interns with so much experience to draw upon...I encouraged Diana to approach the CNN Espanol department before her internship was up, only to find that she already had.  Just such independent go-getting will serve her very well in her career, which I expect to move forward swiftly and with ever mounting support from her peers."  Danielle Berger, CNN US Producer/Time Warner  

"I look back at Kean with great memories.  Kean gave me the opportunity to pursue my goal of working in radio.  It is a great University....they look to see if you were involved in your school.  Get involved with the radio station...Nothing is impossible if you put your heart and mind into it."

Christopher Faulkner ABC Radio Network,  Peabody and Dupont award winner for 9-11 coverage.  class '97

 

"I think this opportunity helped me to grow in many aspects because it is related to my major.  As a professional, I learned how to write scripts for a morning show, cameras, editing, production, contact artists, sets, location releases, microphones, AFBs, B-roll, interviews, and more.  As a person, I learned that I am in the right career, that with a lot of work and respect for what I do I will reach the positions I want in this field.  It was a pleasure to accept my responsibilities just like another member of the company."Linda Candelo, Univision Network intern  Class '06 

"I believe in her potential to accomplish anything she pursues.  Her potential in this field is unlimited."  Luis Camilo,  Producer Univision Network

 

"I love what I do -- that's what motivates me.  I think that if a person doesn't have that feeling about something, he or she should find something else to do."

Erik Parker  Music Editor, Vibe magazine  '98

 

"This internship has given me the opportunity to touch on various aspects of the pre-production and post production process of a primetime show.  It has enlightened me and has given me the chance to realize what I really want to get into when I graduate.”
Jenessa Martinez, Intern MSNBC Scarborough Country, 2006

"Jenessa has all the tools -- the smarts, the energy, and the curiosity, as well as the people skills -- to become an important producing member of a television program.  We very much enjoyed Jenessa's contributions to our show!  Count this as a ringing endorsement."
Mathew Saal, Executive Producer "Scarborough Country" MSNBC 5/04/06

 

"I've always exceeded my responsibilities because I know it pays off...That's how I got through Kean and how I've managed to come this far in my career ... and how I'm going to keep ripping and running in this industry."
William "Earl" Jordan, BET's 106 and Park, Associate Producer  '98

"The experience interning at WABC-TV Eyewitness News turned out to be a great one.  I learned hands on not only what a producer does but also what a reporter and cameraman do daily. I will carry on the experience and knowledge I gained to my future experiences in the field of broadcasting."

Tugba Oncer  Class '06

Alicia Carter, Intern  Sandbox TV '07

"I think Alicia would make a great filmographer and editor.  I would like to have her come back and work at Sandbox again.  There is great potential in her overall character and ability.  I see great things in her future as an editor or filmographer/director.
A.K. Dillon,  Sandbox TV

"It was meaningful to my personal development in that it allowed me to work closely, one on one, with someone in the industry which  gave me the ability to show the my media skills."  Sara Laskow '07


"I think Sara has great potential in this field. She has a great eye, great interest in the technical aspects of creating video, and a keen understanding of the power of the medium." Lynne Applebaum, Producer, ATrain Productions

BET was one of the best experiences in my life.  ... I saw David Joseph, who graduated from Kean (05), and started working (at BET) fresh out of college.  He gave me a few pointers on how to do well at my internship.

Cindy Ochia, intern BET Style, 2006

"My internship at WABC TV taught me more about broadcasting than I could have imagined.  I learned a lot about what goes into a news package, how to manage time, and what to expect as a news reporter.  I also learned about live TV in the studio."

Eric Clappsy, '05 

 

 Kevin Ding, Intern '09
  

Kevin is an excellent worker.  We have actually spoken to him about coming
back for a summer job. Lara Castle,  Marvel Entertainment

"I got into broadcasting because of his show.  My entire college life, I knew I wanted to be an intern at the Howard Stern Show."
Adam Glyn, Howard Stern Show,   Producer of Stern's "The Intern Show", Sirius Satellite Radio 06, PA Howard Stern Film Festival, hired by Howard's Television Channel, '06
 

Kevin Aurillio, intern MSNBC

"I have had many intern over the years, some excellent and some less so.  I can say confidently that Kevin is among the very best interns I have worked with and I enthusiastically hope he will come here to MSNBC looking for employment when he has completed his studies. 
Matthew Saal, Executive Producer, Scarborough Country, MSNBC

I’ve been at Def Jam now for four months and I absolutely love it.  My exact position there is intern for the executive assistant.  I am very happy and blessed to be working a major record company straight out of college ... I'm glad I chose Media as my major and thankful for the professors that taught me the ins and outs of the media world, as well as the technical equipment and programs used in the business."
Crystal Crawley, Def Jam Records '06

"The position was very meaningful.  This opportunity gave me a chance to see how a production office works.  I was never big on going into New York, especially alone.  But going to Goldcrest twice a week I leaned my way around the city, which will help me with future job opportunities."
Anthony Bariese, Intern Goldcrest Post Production  '06

"Anthony has high potential in this field.  He's driven and knowledgeable."
Chief Engineer and Assistant Engineer Goldcrest Post Production, NYC 06

"The one thing that really impressed me there was the editing software.  I liked the fact that all their stuff was basically just like Kean University's...."
Anthony Chin,  MTV Networks, Spike TV intern '06

NJN has taught me a lot and I am happy that I was given such an extensive amount of experience.  This internship has helped me to prepare for a future career in television.”
Victoria Chipepo, NJN Network News '06
"Victoria has a very positive attitude toward work and new assignments.  Additionally, she's a good team player."
Patricia Alulema, Associate Producer, NJN News 

" I believe CN8 was a great opportunity to learn to operate equipment and understand TV Show Production."
Monica Galvis,   '06,  

"I do believe that Monica could climb the ladder to become a TV Producer.  She has the skills and potential for that job."
Keith Noto, Supervisio TV Production 

"This internship has opened my eyes to many things.  It has given me the confidence to knock on the many doors that exist around me.  I have become a different person, and I would highly recommend  an internship because this industry is one of the most competitive and challenging worldwide."
Gladys Dubon, Univision Networks '06

"Gladys' hard work and quick learning definitely impressed me.  She was extremely effective in assisting me in setting up the camera equipment for live shots and daily news coverage."
Frank Ramirez, Univision Network News Cameraman/Editor

"Her knowledge, involvement and eagerness to learn and understand the field of mass media will certainly be an asset to any television station that would consider her for future employment."
Blanca Rosa Vilchez, National Correspondent, New York Bureau, Univsion Networks

 

My internship was meaningful because I learned to really be part of a team and have to work with others to complete a project."
Stacey George, MTV Networks Intern, Spring 06

The student's potential in the field is great.  She deserves to be in this field because she is motivated and very versatile."
Karen Photopoluos, Production Supervisor, MTV Networks