Most people who watch television news may not realize all the behind-the-scenes roles that help ensure the quality and facts of a daily newscast. In this episode of Lights, Camera, Learn!, Monika Diaz, Director of Content at ABC10 in Sacramento, shares her career journey that brought her to that position. She discusses the different roles she’s taken and how being bilingual opened unexpected opportunities in major media markets. Diaz also speaks candidly about mentorship, navigating challenges as a woman and Latina in journalism, and the importance of curiosity, credibility, and ethical responsibility in newsrooms. The conversation offers practical insight and inspiration for students and educators exploring careers in journalism, media leadership, and storytelling in a rapidly changing industry.
