Face Time with the Pros Event Highlights Opportunities for Aspiring Media Professionals
- Capital Emmys
- Mar 10
- 2 min read
The 2026 Face Time with the Pros event, hosted by the National Capital Chesapeake Bay Chapter of NATAS, once again brought together aspiring journalists and media professionals from across the region for a meaningful day of learning, mentorship, and career development at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland.
Designed to help high school and college students prepare for careers in journalism and media, the annual program created direct connections between the next generation of storytellers and professionals working across today’s evolving news and media landscape. Throughout the day, students participated in sessions focused on key areas of the profession, including Getting that First Job, Video Storytelling, Going Live, Producing, and AI in the Newsroom.
Attendees also had the opportunity to choose from specialized sessions in Documentary and Long-form Storytelling or in Radio and Podcasting, allowing them to explore different career paths and storytelling formats. In addition to the scheduled sessions, students received one-on-one advice through resume reviews, reel critiques, and interview feedback from professionals who volunteered their time and expertise.
What stood out most was the spirit of mentorship that defined the day. Professionals from across the region spent time answering questions, sharing practical advice, and offering honest insight into what it takes to break into the industry. Social media reflections from those involved highlighted how rewarding it was to connect with students who are passionate about journalism, local news, and defending the public’s right to know. Others emphasized the importance of helping guide young storytellers as they navigate the realities of today’s media environment and prepare to land their first job in the field.
The program concluded with a Silver Circle Panel, where seasoned professionals shared career lessons and perspectives drawn from decades in the business. Together, the sessions and conversations reflected what has made Face Time with the Pros such an important Capital Emmys program for nearly two decades: a commitment to education, access, and preparing future journalists and media leaders with the tools, confidence, and encouragement they need to move forward.
This year’s event once again showed the value of bringing experienced professionals and emerging talent together in one room for a day centered on learning, inspiration, and community.
A special thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible, especially Sue Kopen Katcef and the Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland!
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