Proud that my parents are journalists.

In the ever-changing landscape of journalism, each person enters the profession with their own story and choice. Some young people choose to enter the profession with a special foundation stemming from a love of the craft instilled in them by their families. This is not only a source of pride but also a motivation for them to continue the path their parents once chose.

Nurturing dreams from family

Growing up in a home where both parents were involved in journalism, Tran Khanh Hung (born in 2002) nurtured a love for storytelling through images and words. Currently, Hung is a freelance presenter, collaborating with several media outlets in Long An province and Ho Chi Minh City. His father, Mr. Tran Huu Duc, works at the Tan An City Cultural, Information and Broadcasting Center, while his mother, Ms. Vo Thi Hong Xuyen, is an editor at the Long An Newspaper and Radio and Television Station. Images of his parents leaving for work early in the morning, traveling to cover major and minor events, or quietly editing articles and preparing news reports late into the night, have become familiar memories for Hung. These moments instilled in him a sense of pride and admiration for a demanding yet meaningful profession. Throughout his years in journalism , his parents taught him many valuable lessons through their stories and work experiences. From then on, a love for the work that his parents had dedicated their lives to was sown and grew stronger in him every day. “I remember when I was in junior high school, my father started introducing me to cameras, showing me the recording equipment, guiding me on how to compose, frame, and choose camera angles so that the images looked harmonious and natural. At that time, I just felt happy and curious, but gradually, the sessions I went with my father to work in the field helped me see more clearly the meticulousness and thoroughness of the work behind a television news broadcast,” Hung shared.

Tran Khanh Hung asserts himself as a youthful and dynamic storyteller.

With the encouragement of his family, Hung proactively honed his skills and tried his hand at various roles, from student union activities during his university years to hosting competitions. He saw each as an opportunity to improve his confidence in front of the camera and learn how to connect with the audience. For Hung, his mother not only stood by him on his journey to achieving his dreams but also guided and taught him from small things like pronunciation, voice control, and conveying emotions through words and glances. In 2024, he won first prize in the Long An Province Presenter Competition and began collaborating with programs on LA34. Hung is gradually establishing himself as a youthful, approachable, and dynamic storyteller. "I've always been proud and felt fortunate to have parents who are both my mentors and my source of inspiration. That's also the motivation for me to study hard and hope to become a journalist like my parents. The lessons and stories about the profession from my parents are invaluable assets that help me feel more confident in the path I've chosen and will help me persevere in pursuing my passion," Hung expressed.

The Tran Khanh Hung family at the Long An Province Presenter Competition Award Ceremony 2024.

Although each person has a different journey and a different beginning, young people who pursue journalism from their families share one thing in common: their love for the profession is nurtured by their parents, who have dedicated their lives to the field of communication. Because behind every word, every image, there is always the presence of their parents—the silent instillers of the passion for the profession.

The next generation

Having been associated with Long An Radio and Television Station (now Long An Newspaper and Radio and Television Station) for 40 years, playwright Viet Son is not only known as a dedicated journalist but also as an author who has made many contributions to the arts, including Cai Luong (Vietnamese traditional opera) and folk songs. Although raised under his father's guidance, Nguyen Truong Hai (born in 1996) – his youngest son – did not choose to follow in his father's footsteps from the very beginning of his career. Only when he worked directly at Long An Radio and Television Station, filming and editing news reports closely following current events, did he truly understand the rhythm of life in journalism. In his early days, Hai inevitably made mistakes, and his father always quietly monitored him, gently offering suggestions and pointing out even the smallest shortcomings. Those comments were the father's way of passing on his skills to his son; though not imposing or rigidly lecturing, they acted as an invisible pressure, reminding Hai to always strive to do better and be more meticulous with each news report and each frame.

Viet Son, the playwright, shares his work experience with reporter Truong Hai.

Four years working in the News Department, while not a long time, has been enough for him to reflect on and mature in journalism, equipping him with the knowledge and skills necessary for those working in propaganda. Hai confided that he often felt pressured by the "shadow" of his father, who held a leadership position in the industry, but this became a motivation for him to strive harder every day. Over the past time, he has always proactively learned from colleagues, participated in professional training courses, and accumulated skills through practical experience. Sometimes he had to travel to film during the flood season in Dong Thap Muoi, produce reports in remote coastal and island areas, or participate in important live television programs. These long and arduous trips meant he couldn't spend much time with his family, but they never deterred him. For him, each work trip is not just a propaganda mission, but also an opportunity to hone his skills and gain a deeper understanding of the mission of journalism. To produce polished reports, articles, and the latest information for broadcast, reporters and the entire team behind them must work tirelessly and diligently, regardless of the time. Through those work trips, he always remembers the image of his father, who years ago also traveled the roads, living with the "breath" of life to bring back authentic footage.

Now, having produced television programs recognized by colleagues and viewers, reporter Truong Hai still chooses to work quietly, without fanfare or chasing fame. He confided that what makes him happiest is when his father watches the news and simply nods gently. “I am always proud to have been guided by my father on every step of my journey, but more than that, I hope that one day, he will also be proud of what I have strived to achieve,” Hai expressed. The road ahead is certainly still full of difficulties, but with what his father has built over more than half a lifetime in journalism, Hai always maintains a serious and responsible attitude towards his work. That is also how he continues “his father’s profession,” carrying on the ideal of journalism passed down through generations.

Although each person has a different journey and a different beginning, young people pursuing journalism from their families share one thing in common: their love for the profession is nurtured by their parents, who have dedicated their lives to the field of communication. Behind every word and every image, there is always the presence of their parents – the silent instigators of the profession.

My Uyen

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