Conversations with Ciarra Nelson

Today we’d like to introduce you to Ciarra Nelson. 

Hi Ciarra, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstories with our readers?
It all started when I was in the seventh grade that I decided that I wanted to go into TV Journalism. I watched MTV’S downtown Julie Brown & other cool tv programs that inspired me to become an On-air tv personality! 

One day my mom said she knew someone from high school named Mark Spain that anchored Fox 8’s newscast & she would take me there to visit & take a tour! It was then that I knew I would listen to his advice & earn my Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Broadcast Journalism & go on to finish my Master’s Degree! 

During my Kent State University days, I worked at the college radio & tv station learning many skills that would take me far! I also interned at WEWS TV 5 where I covered Cleveland Browns practice & locker room interviews! 

Then I have worked for NBC in Iron Mountain, Michigan, then WKBN in Youngstown Ohio where I did live shots & covered local news then I worked for WOIO behind the scenes, the Cleveland Television Network with local greats Ben Holbert, Amy Castelli & Barry Riley! I’ve also worked for the City of Cleveland’s tv station TV20 & many more great places! 

I’ve interviewed Mayor Frank Jackson, Hollywoods Tyler Perry, Grammy Winner Drake & plenty of other celebrities!!! 

I’m grateful to God for my awesome career!!! 

And my Mom Pat, Dad Bob, Brother Bobby Nelson (Tony Rizzo MVP played football 🏈 with Cleveland Sims Raiders with NFL player Ted Ginn jr! And my grandma Adelaide Beckham! 

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Ahhh! Some of the struggles are what made me tougher! Sometimes you have rejection & I see that as new direction!!! I’ve dealt with difficult & sometimes mean people but you just ignore them and realize it’s their problem!! You keep on going & fulfilling your purpose!!! They will see your light shine! 

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m a TV journalist & I interview great people & tell phenomenal people! I specialize in entertainment & enterprise reporting mostly inspirational profile stories!!! I’m most proud of my persistence!!! I never give up!! If I fall…I get up dust myself up & start again!!! 

I am a person who optimistic & I and I Always believe in “where there is a will, there is a way!!! (Smiles) 

We’re always looking for the lessons that can be learned in any situation, including tragic ones like the Covid-19 crisis. Are there any lessons you’ve learned that you can share?
To Love more, be understanding & don’t sweat the small stuff! Live every single day with a smile!!! 

And forgive everyone! 

Love 💗 is the answer!!! 

Contact Info:

• Email: ciarra49@hotmail.com
• Website: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1147971580/the-fruit-he-will-reach-for?click_key=a61ef25c8f3263dbe0997043529921c44faebf64%3A1147971580&click_sum=8861056c&ref=shop_home_active_1
• Instagram: The_saphaira
• Youtube: cjnnews

Image Credits
Rob Hardman