This have been picking up this time of year and it all makes me look forward to the future. NAB Show (National Association of Broadcasters) is this week. Although I didn't attend, I'm amazed at all the new technology I'm seeing come out of the conference. Check out their web videos when you get a chance.

Not adverse to technological advances ourselves, Specs Howard School is testing a new system for an alumni network. It is our own social network. Specs Howard Grad Central lets you network and reconnect with your classmates and other graduates. Registration must be approved before you can post.

Speaking of grads, Chris Fillar (RTV 17-08) just took home a MAEB gold award for his Specs Spotlight and landed an awesome job! He is now the Sports Director for a Clear Channel cluster in Parkersburg, West Virgina. He does hourly sports news reports for three stations, plus three other sister stations in Wheeling, WV. That’s not it…also podcasts, voice work, station remotes and high school sports play-by-play/color commentary! Way to go Chris!

Finally, I had to share this last bit of news for all of the students interested in film production. The word around town is that there are film projects starting in Detroit this summer. The Michigan Production Alliance is a great organization to join if you’re interested in working in the film industry. The MPA has access to information about location scouts, crews and producers from around the country. Take advantage of a great resource by becoming a member of the MPA today!

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