#30Seconds In-Depth: Millennials in Entertainment & Giving Back With Award-Winning TV Coordinator Alex Bryant! by Nicole DeAvilla

Ever wonder what it takes to be a social media strategist? This week we were thrilled to welcome Alex Bryant as our #30Seconds Twitter chat guest! Alex aimed to engage, empower and enlighten our community through his personal journey of hardships and triumphs in navigating the entertainment industry. He discussed the importance of giving back and being of service to make a difference in the world through our talents.

Q: Tell us your career beginnings as an Angelo State student interning at CBS, "Entertainment Tonight" and "The Insider?"

Raised in the UK and Texas, through every opportunity I always take gratitude of those who paved the way for it. I was a summer social media intern at CBS, "Entertainment Tonight" and "The Insider" during my senior year Angelo State in 2014. I also co-produced a "The Insider" weekend segment and was "Entertainment Tonight’s" social correspondent at a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie premiere! As an intern was an invaluable experience and it propelled a humbling journey in the entertainment world and beyond.

A1: @30Seconds I was a summer social media intern @CBS’ @ETnow & @TheInsider during my senior year @AngeloState in 2014. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/vbwpsqyt1y

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

Q: Which hardships did you overcome in your career and how?

First, living through the high standard of living in Los Angeles and the time for commute, so lots of RESEARCHing is essential. Second, maintaining time-management skills, which has allowed me to keep focus on current and future projects. I usually have daily to-do lists, mobile reminders and calendars to keep me on task!

A1: @30Seconds As an intern was an invaluable experience & it propelled a humbling journey in the entertainment world & beyond. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/o2IHcJueZB

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

Q: We notice you had many celebrity interactions. Which valuable advice resonated with you most?

• I would have to say Flex Alexander once advised to, “Continue to work hard and smartly!”
• When I worked with Bryan Moore he shared the lesson: “Social media is conversational, not presentational.”
• When I had the privilege to briefly chat with Kevin Hart, he shared, “Keep working on your craft.”
• Working alongside Brad Bessey, he shared, “Show up with full of passion and a mindset of contribution.”
• A cherished moment from the Oprah Winfrey Network, Oprah was, “Keep sharing your good vibes!”
• My friend Tracey Edmonds shared this advice: “Let’s go and make it!”

A1: @30Seconds I also co-produced an @TheInsider weekend segment & was @ETnow’s social correspondent @TMNTMovie premiere! #30seconds pic.twitter.com/URb6kwYtUY

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

Q: Tell us about the volunteer or charity work you do and why it’s important to your field.

Unconditional giving gives back naturally. Being cause-driven appeals to companies to give time to make an impact. I volunteer for Special Olympics, the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028, ACM SIGGRAPH, UNA-USA, to name a few! Here’s one of my Giving Tuesday stories via Ashley Benton’s GT Helping Hands. I encourage to find the joys of giving back and see how it impacts your personal and professional life for the better.

A3: @30Seconds, A cherished moment from @OWNTV’s @Oprah was “Keep sharing your good vibes!” https://t.co/erZq5YN68I #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/JB3IvxpDr3

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

Q: In a fast-paced and interchangeable industry, how do you keep yourself in balance?

I keep balance through 20 minutes of either meditation or an inspirational read! Remaining in touch with close friends, mentors and family keeps me grounded in the entertainment field! Making time to simply RELAX has been essential in order to live intentionally to my full best as a human being!

A3: @30Seconds, my friend @TraceyEEdmonds shared this advice: “Let’s go & make it!” #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/NCLdIhTaMl

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

Q: A master of surprising others with cool experiences, did any jobs come with some surprises of their own?

I was surprised when I did  Esquire Network voice over sessions with Peter Giles and Omeed Boghraty. Also, as an audience coordinator On Camera Audiences, I was hired immediately and sent to a CBS "Candy Crush" taping! Being asked to work the Billboard Music Awards via Dick Clark Productions was a HUGE surprise, honor and lots of fun. Making props to celebrate 50 years of Batman on my first intern day at “Entertainment Tonight” was an amazing birthday surprise!

A3: @30Seconds I would have to say @FlexAlexander once advised to “Continue to work hard & smartly!” #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/TBvVVH0VMz

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

Q: What do millennials think of “baby boomers” who work in social media?

Millennials should pay attention to the lesson that the “baby boomer” generation can teach us all! Until our very last breath on Earth, we are all life students! We have the opportunity to learn and teach; give when given! Millennials should also consider working with “baby boomers” in social media! It could benefit both demographics. I’m a believer in collaboration, respecting others and dreaming BIG. “Baby boomers” can contribute in social media.

A3: @30Seconds When I had the privilege to briefly chat w/@KevinHart4Real, he shared “Keep working on your craft.” #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/WL0ypFfBjd

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

Q. What’s your Emmy® picks, future plans and advice you can give to our 30Seconds community?

My Emmy® picks are “ The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,” “The Is Us,” "The Crown," Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson from “Blackish.” I will be a social influencer at the San Pedro International Film Festival in October and hopefully landing a new role in production and/or social media! Offer your time, talent and energy to what matters most to you, but make time to recharge! Have the courage to ask, there’s no harm in it! Seek mentors, pay attention to shared wisdom, live intentionally.

A4: @30Seconds I volunteer @SpecialOlympics, @LA2028, @SIGGRAPH, @UNAUSA to name a few! #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/yxcWEWqpvh

— Alex Bryant (@Official_AlexB_) September 14, 2017

I would have to say that @Official_AlexB_ is what we call "Good People" - he has a heart and cares more than most. #30Seconds

— Louise Masin Sattler (@LouiseASL) September 14, 2017

Be sure to follow Alex Bryant at @Official_AlexB_, like Alex Bryant on Facebook, visit Alexander-Bryant.com and check out his 30Seconds page!