Also Iv'e never seen a news reporter cough , yawn or sneeze while reporting live .
2006-11-01 02:44:28 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in News & Events ➔ Media & Journalism
A few years ago, I saw a local TV newcast, and one of the anchors passed gas so loud that the mike picked it up. They really tried not to laugh, but couldn't hold back. Everyone in the studio, including camera ops, were hysterical. They laughed for about 2 minutes. That was the funniest thing I've ever seen and I think it was shown later on a blooper show.
2006-11-01 15:02:42 · answer #1 · answered by Eyes 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think they could be fired for laughing. It would depend on what their contract said though . I can't imagine a company hiring someone without the right to fire them though with such a blatant lack of tact. I have seen people sneeze and blow their nose on television. Coughing is done all the time too. Usually you see these things right before the person comes down with the cold big time.
2006-11-01 02:48:47 · answer #2 · answered by Midge 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would like to think not because some people, including myself laugh when faced with news that shocks them no matter how grim. I would say a reprimand of their laughter would be dependant on how quickly, if at all they composed themselves. If they didn't and showed no remorse, then yes, I would think asking them to leave the news company would be a good idea and they shoudl probably look for a different line of workl.
2006-11-01 03:07:29 · answer #3 · answered by misskg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how serious it is, I guess. I've seen reporters mispronounce words and then laugh because it changed the whole meaning of what they were saying, but never seen someone just laugh for no good reason.
I'm sure they wouldn't score any points if they didn't act sober and professional at all times........
2006-11-01 02:47:51 · answer #4 · answered by spun_up_06 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have seen many "out-takes" on some of the "blooper" shows where reporters have done all you mention here. It would be my opinion that circumstances surrounding the incident would dictate what the employer's response would be. Reporters are only human and can sometimes goof.
2006-11-01 02:56:02 · answer #5 · answered by GOOD ANSWER 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cuz they practice! ive seen them cough.. i dont think they would get fired for laughing but they might. cuz they would look like an idiot and no one wants an idiot reporting the news lol
2006-11-01 02:47:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
not in Georgia, If they could there would be 2 less on my channel. One reporter was reporting the school shootings and had a smile on his face,,,,,I do not watch them anymore,
2006-11-01 02:47:52 · answer #7 · answered by robin dupree 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in case you quite want a straightforward answer, insubordination is grounds for termination. everyone that believes in own duty and duty might want to comprehend that. the actuality does not make money, sensationalism makes money and the time table of the media is to make money. It do not count number what type of media and has not something to do with political bias.
2016-12-05 10:25:26 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is an isolated incident, no. If it happens repeatedly, then there may be cause for firing based on inability to perform her job to station standards.
2006-11-01 02:46:08 · answer #9 · answered by kosmoistheman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Indiana is a "Right To Work" state. You can be fired for anything!
2006-11-01 02:47:14 · answer #10 · answered by Alex 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋