When most people still have the working day ahead of them, Richard Arnold has already done a 3-hour shift on breakfast television.
As the entertainment editor at ITV's Good Morning Britain, Arnold reports daily on all of the showbiz news to over half a million viewers.
He values the variety his job offers, from interviewing music stars to Hollywood royalty, working at the most sought-after award shows and premieres, as well as often getting to know the viewers personally.
However, his role requires a lot more than a passion for showbiz news. Just like other specialisms within journalism, his role requires patience, an ability to work under pressure and advanced people skills – useful for discussing sensitive issues or getting more information out of interviewees.
Arnold notes the importance of preparation to ensure that reporters are ready for whatever is thrown at them.
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