Grieves stresses flexibility in global marketplace
After recently completing a PhD in Mass Communication at Indiana University, Kevin Grieves is preparing to teach broadcast courses at Scripps this fall. He will bring a rich blend of professional and teaching experiences to Ohio University.
“In all my teaching experiences I draw from my professional background and I try to convey a global perspective as well,” Grieves said. “You don’t just emphasize one area of the business today.”Grieves earned his undergraduate degrees in his home state at the University of Montana. He received his Masters at the University of Utah, where he also supervised student newscasts and taught broadcast courses. He has also had several stints in overseas education in Germany dating back to his middle school days. Grieves emphasizes the value of an international perspective for journalism students and professionals.
“I kind of grew up in a bicultural family,” Grieves said. “Just realizing that I spoke German, I decided to use that to further my educational and career interests. I also speak French.”
Grieves brings an array of professional broadcasting experience to the classroom.
“I was trained to be comfortable with editorial, and I think that’s important for anyone,” Grieves said. “I started out interning in Germany and worked as a translator and field reporter. It’s important to be well-rounded and flexible in this business.”
Grieves has produced and written for CNN both in Germany and Atlanta. He also worked as a producer and researcher for Oregon Public Broadcasting in Portland.
“My experience in the profession is something my students at OU can take away from,” Grieves said. Grieves taught journalism classes at IU while he earned his doctorate and he said although he is still getting adjusted to the Mid-West, he looks forward to working with OU students.
“It’s still a little new to me, but I like this part of the country,” Grieves said. “I’ve made previous visits to OU and students always seem engaged.”
Grieves said he foresees unique obstacles for himself and other instructors in a changing profession.
“The biggest challenge is to prepare students for a job market that’s changing rapidly,” Grieves said. “We need to remain flexible.”
Grieves said students and young professionals have a unique responsibility in the years to come.
“Journalists always have the potential to play an important role in society,” Grieves said. “There is a lot of information available to people, but not all of it is journalistic and valuable in that sense. It’s our job to make sure people can tell the difference.”
by Joe Vance
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