It's Chandler Time!

It's Chandler Time!

Topic Author: Kimberly Chandler

Posted: 9:05 AM Dec 31, 2007

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So first thing’s first… since none of you will really be seeing me on camera, I wanted to share a little about me… one of the producers for the Daybreak Show!

I joined the team just over a couple months ago. I studied at both Florida State University (Go ‘Noles!) and the University of Central Florida , graduating with a TV/Radio Communications degree in December ‘99. I’ve done television, radio, and theatre almost all my life, for play and profession, and I have always known this was in my blood! So how did I get here?

I moved here from Florida almost 2 years ago, where the market is more than tough. In turn, I dabbled in a few other professions. In Orlando , I was first a bartender and then manager at Outback Steakhouse. I then moved to Jacksonville , and entered the post production world of television. After a crazy but fun filled couple of years in J-Ville, I transferred back to Orlando , real estate license in hand. I sold new homes, mortgages, and then pursued general real estate. I loved it, but commutes, hours, and all the craziness involved led me to “want out” after a few years. And at that time, I knew Orlando was no longer the place for me.

I wasn’t sure where to head… I toyed with the idea of the coastal Carolinas , heading back home to south Florida , or maybe to southern California . I even contemplated my old stomping grounds of Maine and New England , where I was born… but decided it was too cold. Eventually my Dad made notion of coming to stay with him here in Reno for a while, and decide from there. Road trip!

I did have a hard time leaving my good friends in Orlando, my girls, the beach, the sun, shopping, and all of the quaint restaurants and café’s downtown. I even started doubting my decision. Orlando had become somewhat of a home for me. But I knew I could visit. I moved everything I owned to south Florida , to my mom’s, and then crammed as much into my little Audi as I could. Mind you, this included my mom and my cats! We took an extended road trip across the country, stopping to visit lots of great cities, winding up in Reno .

And here I am! I was set up with a temporary job and figured I would be here for a few months. But apparently my Dad, along with a few others, had a plan to set me up with a fabulous man and keep me here. It worked! Now that wonderful man, Brandon, is a very important part of my life. I knew if I stayed I wanted my career back, and so I jumped into broadcast journalism. Orlando is 19 in a market of 150, so it was virtually impossible for me to get in back East… but here I got lucky. I love it and am very thankful.

In turn, love may have kept me here, but now I have the career to go with it. I consider the fact I can learn all aspects of news a blessing. The early mornings are an adjustment, but it doesn’t stop me from having a good time. I hope one day you will maybe see me on camera, but if not, just learn a little more about me and our production here!

- Kimberly

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by Bryan Location: Reno on Jan 2, 2008 at 08:48 AM

Hello again Kimberly, so what do you do on the morning show? I watch every day and see Anne and Dennis... but not you. Will we ever see what you look like? I re read your blog and noticed that you mention you have a boyfriend... is it a serious relationship or are you open minded? Would sure be good to see you one day soon. My e-mail address is: receding_hairline@hotmail.com

by Bryan Location: Reno on Jan 1, 2008 at 06:14 AM

Can I get a picture of you and i will send you one of me, and then if you want we could arrange a date? What kind of food are you into, where do you like to hang out in town? I really enjoy the outdoors, skiing, mountain biking and gliding. Please feel free to e-mail me and Happy New Year Kimberly. Bryan