Join me, Dreena Whitfield, on the latest episode of How I Got Here as I sit down with Mimi Brown, a journalist, TV personality, and show producer, to discuss her journey in the media and entertainment industry, and her upcoming projects. In this episode, Mimi shares her experience growing up as the only black girl in her classes in Alaska and her journey from being an assistant to Omarosa to becoming a red carpet reporter for Us Weekly and eventually landing a job at Fox LA. We emphasize the importance of networking and hard work in the industry, and Mimi highlights the significance of being versatile and prepared in the newsroom. We also dive into the changing media landscape and the importance of diversity and inclusivity in the industry. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation with one of the industry's most dynamic women. Tune in to How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield and follow Mimi Brown TV on social media for more updates on her upcoming projects.
- Mimi's journey in media/entertainment
- Growing up black in Anchorage, Alaska
- Discovering industry after leaving Alaska
- Networking in the industry
- Hard work and preparation in journalism
- Highlighting underrepresented voices
- Hosting "Culture Conversations"
- Importance of being versatile in newsroom
- Importance of newswriting skills
- Changing media landscape
- Voices in the media
- Staying current and relevant
- Mimi's upcoming projects and goals
Introduction [00:00:26] Relationship with Amarosa [00:08:34] Transition to media industry [00:09:10] Becoming media personality [00:10:33] Attracted to free swag [00:13:16] Transitioning from producer to host [00:23:58] Learning different facets of production [00:24:07] Paper planning vs digital planning [00:30:49] Shifts in media consumption and industry landscape [00:31:08]
Connect with Mimi on....
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimibrowntv/
Website: https://mimibrown.tv/
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