Can you say (Day)Dream Job?!

Today I was forced to do bedrest by my doctor (After two days of toofrequent bathroom trips, my test results say it's e coli food poisoning. Eww. Was that oversharing?).

Now, I'm not really used to doing nothing. In fact, my doctor even joked that I still attend an important party as it might be a better cure for chatty old me than being cooped up alone. But anyway, what I did to spend the afternoon was download a bunch of Anderson Cooper 360 video podcasts.

Among my recent faves were of course his interview with Barack Obama and a fun segment with his lightsmen dancing to Beyonce's "Single Ladies" (to Anderson's trademark snickering and half-meant tsk-tsking). I superlove the show. I think it's relevant and fresh and critical. The "Keeping Them Honest" segment, where they verify a politician's statement or promise by digging up other sources, is bold and brash journalism. I like it so much that I have even sent submissions for his "Beat 360" challenge and "The Shot" just to get the AC360 t-shirt they flash on the show.

The show is also visually exciting. From the what of representation (those snazzy touch-screens!) to the who of representation (Andy's at his hunkiest when an annoying politician causes his brow to furrow), it totally delivers. AC360 is the poster program of what Martin Bell (1998) calls a journalism of attachment, and I hope we get our own equivalent in local tv.

Anyway, I got so into it that I Googled job openings on CNN and found these:
1. Producer, Anderson Cooper 360, New York. Minimum 5 years work experience in news television industry. Applicant must be editorially mature with solid knowledge of national and international news. Must have exceptional writing skills, and the drive and determination to create a visually exciting newscast.
2. Summer Interns, Anderson Cooper 360, Washington, DC. Unpaid. Student visas accepted. Internship Description: Anderson Cooper 360 does not shy away from strong opinions, provocative stories and challenging issues. Regular features include Anderson’s take on the world of media and the news, with in-depth coverage of justice, politics, health and pop culture, all from contributors who are as engaged, and engaging, as Anderson. March 26, 2009 deadline!

I'd totally apply, but I neither have 5 years news experience nor am I an undergrad! But my (day)dream remains to host a Media Conference with AC as plenary speaker! I'd plan it like couples plan weddings! Complete with photo booth, open bar, and waltz!