A Behind-the-Scenes Blowup
As the prep sheet mastermind behind The Yak, I’ve always taken pride in my attention to detail. But yesterday, my emotions got the better of me, and I let my frustration boil over.
The Ad Copy Conundrum
It all started when Brandon Walker called me out during a live ad read. The issue? A typo in the copy that made the ad confusing. He was right, and I knew it. But what really got under my skin was that he stopped the ad mid-read to point out the mistake. I’ve been doing this job for years, and it’s rare for someone to consistently call me out like that.
A History of Ad Ops
I used to be the Senior Director of Ad Operations, overseeing the ad copy and ensuring everything was perfect. Now, as part of The Yak team, I still handle the prep sheets and ads. It’s a big responsibility, and I take pride in getting it right. But mistakes happen – even to the best of us.
The Tipping Point
Fast forward to yesterday’s show, and Brandon called me out again during an ad read. This time, I’d accidentally copied and pasted the same ad twice. Not a huge error, but still a mistake. And when Brandon stopped the ad to point it out, I lost my cool. We had a brief argument before he stormed off, and I realized I’d taken it too far.
Clearing the Air
After cooling down, I went to talk to Brandon outside the studio. He wasn’t having it, still fuming from our earlier exchange. When he returned, we had a heart-to-heart on The Yak, getting some things off our chests. I apologized for overreacting, and we both expressed our frustrations.
A Lesson Learned
In hindsight, I realize that being called out for errors is part of the job. And Brandon was right to point out my mistakes. But I do wish we could handle these types of issues in-house, without making a big deal out of it on live air. As I reflect on the incident, I know I need to work on taking constructive criticism better. And I’m grateful for Brandon’s understanding and our ability to move forward.
Leave a Reply