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Institute for International Journalism Volume 7 Issue 1 GlobalE.W. Scripps School of Journalism Spotlight Manaus Natal Recife Salvador Sao Paulo WORLD CUP SPECIAL EDITION BrAzilJune/July 2014 Global Spotlight E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Ohio University June/July 2014, Vol. 7 Issue 1 t AN INTERN’S PERSPECTIVE ON WEEK ONE Bem vindo au Brasil Intern’s Reflections... Editor’s Note “I have had an incredible time as “Interning with U.S. Soccer during By Kevin Noonan Dear Readers, a videographer for the U.S. Soccer the 2014 Brazil World Cup will First date, first car and first job. Most of life’s Federation. While in Brazil, I definitely be an experience difficult There is only one word to describe the World Cup, Brazil, milestone moments are categorized in firsts; the filmed and edited videos of press the U.S. Soccer Federation, and seven Ohio University stu- World Cup is no exception. to top. Plunging myself farther into dent interns: Passion. This summer internship program with For seven university students, it is hard to conferences of Head Coach Jurgen the world of soccer, and into the the USFF communication team began as an ambitious dream elaborate on some of the more defining moments Klinsmann and the team, training, real world of PR journalism while in my mind more than two years ago. But with the help of of our lives. For all we know, most of them are yet soccer fans from all over the world scary at first, turned into an ex- Neil Buethe, the USFF director of communications, my dream to come. We are quickly learning, however, that showing their love for the sport perience of a lifetime. The month teamwork is of the utmost importance to having became a reality after a year of persistence, dedication, and a and huge events such as Fan Fest. success. ended too quickly. From press little sweet talking via email, phone and finally in person. While John Brooks or DeAndre Yedlin are not The memories and connections I conferences to watching practice After an intense interview and selection process by Neil, taking courses in Scripps 111, and Katie Foglia and have made while covering the 2014 to writing feature articles that ap- seven Scripps College of Communication students were Carl Fonticella are not taking the pitch to take on World Cup will last me a lifetime! peared on the U.S. Soccer website choosen to intern during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. The Brieanna Charlebois the likes of Ghana, Portugal and Germany, the Katy Andersen I cannot thank the U.S. Soccer to actually attending games inside students had a variety of skill sets and each contributed in different ways. Neil assigned experience of having new teammates at a World each student to a particular role on the communications team: one assistant press officer, Federation enough for giving me of the arena, there was never a dull Cup ties together even the most unlikely strangers. such an amazing opportunity!” one photographer, one videographer, two media program assistants and two writers. For the 2014 FIFA World Cup, the U.S. Men’s moment. I am already planning to Based in São Paulo, Brazil, the U.S. Men’s National Team trained at Centro de Trein- be in attendance in Russia 2018, National Team features just six players who have “A firsthand account of what hap- amento da Barra Funda, the training ground for the São Paulo Futebol Clube. We spent the previous World Cup experience. That means for cheering the U.S. MNT on once majority of our days at the training facility, where media availability was held most every 17 individuals, the need to prepare without prior pens when rain almost stops people again. #IStillBelieve” day while the team was not in-venue for games. experience is a reality. from getting to a World Cup game, In the following pages, you are invited to share a glimpse into the World Cup experi- As far as the journalism students are concerned, and what they’ll do to get there any- ence with photographs and stories (many of which were published on www.ussoccer.com) none of us have any World Cup experience, or for way.” about the passion and excitement surrounding this global event. that matter, any experience with with one another. Thank you for taking the time to read and appreciate the hard work and effort put forth We are learning to bond, work as a team and “My time as an intern for the U.S. represent others and ourselves by only the highest by each intern. Soccer Federation during the 2014 of standards. World Cup was an incredible learn- Sincerely, These basic principles that dictate the success of Dr. Ashley D. Furrow the U.S. MNT in Brazil define the success of us, the ing experience and helped me grow U.S. Soccer Federation staff and the national media. professionally as well as personal- Perhaps the most important trait is absolute con- ly. I enjoyed working closely with fidence in one another to have your back in a time Devin Ellis the staff and players, and knowing of need. that I was part of a larger team. The As journalists of varying disciplines, we tend to “My experience in Brazil and with want absolute control over whatever we do. Doing most rewarding part of the intern- it all at the World Cup is not only logistically im- the U.S. MNT completely opened ship was interviewing the traveling Global Spotlight Staff possible, but will drive even the most dedicated to my eyes to a new professional and fans and writing stories that cap- Advisors Videographer insanity. cultural environment. I now enter Katie Foglia tured their passion, love and sup- Keely Davin Katy Andersen While most teams would love to have a Clint the job market feeling confident in port for the game. I cannot thank Dempsey or a Tim Howard, every team needs a Kyle my abilities to work in this field due Neil Buethe, U.S. Soccer, Dr. Ash- Dr. Ashley D. Furrow Beckerman or a Brad Davis. Making spreadsheets, to the tasks and responsibilities I passing out flyers and transcribing press confer- ley Furrow and the Scripps School Julian Moura-Busquets Designers was given during this internship. ences do not call for headlines, but they are a must of Journalism enough for this op- Dr. Yusuf Kalyango Jr. Carl Fonticella for cohesiveness between the varieties of groups in- This experience will be one I will portunity.” Dr. Ashley D. Furrow teracting here in São Paulo. remember fondly for the rest of my Editor-in-Chief As students, we are realizing that we won’t al- life.” ways be featured in the starting eleven and we won’t Dr. Ashley D. Furrow always make the glamorous plays, but we all must Kevin Noonan make key defensive clearances and be ready to serve “Interning as a photographer “I honestly could not have asked as a spark in the second half. Contributing Writers Adapting to new roles and being flexible with with U.S. Soccer this summer was for a better experience interning Brieanna Charlebois what needs to be done has allowed us to develop incredible not only from a photo with US Soccer. Just finishing Devin Ellis into more complete journalists and people. Just as standpoint but I can also say that my freshman year, I never would Fabian Johnson can find success playing in a defen- I experienced the World Cup in have imagined I would travel to Katie Foglia sive or midfield role, I’m learning to have success in Carl Fonticella Brazil. Many thanks to everyone Brazil to cover a World Cup and I managing tasks and managing personalities. involved in getting OU students am so incredibly thankful for this Kevin Noonan With the opening game of Brazil-Croatia just hours away, the work has only begun. Some will be the opportunity to intern with U.S. oppourtunity. I had the chance Marisa Salopek full of energy and some will tire. Challenges and dif- Soccer!” to meet and get to know so many ficulties are all but assured. It is in helping one an- talented journalists and people Photographs Courtesy of other recover from these challenges and difficulties that have helped me so much.” that will determine if the seven of us will make it out Carl Fonticella of the group stage. Carl Fonticella Marisa Salopek 2|Global Spotlight IIJ @ OU 2014 Global Spotlight IIJ @ OU 2014|3 Brazil Bobcats Take on New Jersey By Brieanna Charlebois up for the post-game press conference. With the trip to On Friday, May 30, the group of Bobcat interns chosen Brazil approaching quickly, we had to also make a trip to by the U.S. Soccer Federation (USFF) traveled down to Washington, DC, to collect our passports and visas from New Jersey in order to meet the Brazilian Embassy. the team and the USSF staff Even though we arrived in and to volunteer during the DC at 11:30 p.m. and were U.S. Men National Team’s scheduled to leave the following (U.S. MNT) friendly against morning, a few of us decided to Turkey on Sunday, June 1. do a night tour of the Parliament This group of seven buildings, including the White included Carl Fonticella House, Washington Memorial (photojournalist), Katy and the Lincoln Memorial. The Andersen (videographer), added benefit of this adventure Katie Foglia (writer), Devin was there was absolutely no Ellis (writer), Kevin Noonan traffic at 2 a.m. on a Monday.

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