ERIC BRAUN
Instructor

Classes you teach: Studio Operations, Intro to Radio Production, On Air II
Education: BS from Eastern Michigan University.

Past experience: Production Director, Northern Star Braodcasting, On
Air/Production Staff at WHNN-FM, WCFX-FM. Freelance voice-over work.

What do you watch when you turn on the TV?
Anything on the History Channel, Iron Chef.

How far should someone go to get a story?
Don't get yourself hurt, respect the rights of the newsmaker, and take care of your crew. Other than that, do what you've gotta do.

Do you watch reality TV?
That depends, am I being forced?

If you could interview anyone, who would it be?
Orson Welles

What do you consider your most important role at the school?
To provide students with the skills and confidence to succeed, whatever they decide to do.

How do you stay on top of trends in the industry? Trades like R&R or Radio Ink help, but never underestimate the power of a well-placed phone call.

What do all successful grads seem to have in common?
A willingness to challenge themselves and dedication to their craft.

Why do you turn on the radio?
If I don't, I feel like I'm missing out on what's up with the rest of the world.

Likes: Bagpipes, progressive rock, Michigan football, Monty Python, and a good political discussion.

Favorite Place: Co. Sligo Ireland

Pets: Two cats, two Guinea pigs

Favorite Writer: Mark Waid

Favorite Director: Orson Welles

Places traveled: Great Britain, Belgium, Republic of Ireland, Most of Eastern Canada, and 16 of the 50 United States

Greatest accomplishment: Ask me about Dublin...

Best Book(s): Frank Miller's Dark Knight, Common Sense, The Book of Five Rings, Killer Angels.

One thing you'd like to learn: I'd love to get a pilot's license.