Author: Amy Nicole
I think most celebrity media contributors will tell you that their dream is to make it big; they want the opportunity to be able to walk red carpets and interview the top celebs in the entertainment industry. Well in only three short years PhaShunta Hubert has done just that. She created her blog MissPhaShunta.com in 2013 and started off interviewing radio personalities, rising music artists, and local businesses in her city. After studying how to brand and market herself she later transitioned into interviewing celebrities such as Keke Palmer, Justine Skye, and even legends like Pattie LaBelle. She has also been seen on TVOne, RevoltLive, MTV, and VH1.
As a blogger with a growing media company I wanted to get success tips on how to excel in the media industry so I reached out to PhaShunta for an interview.
Amy Nicole: How did you get your start in the media/entertainment industry and was working in the industry a passion of yours?
Miss PhaShunta: I created MissPhaShunta.com in October 2013 in Ypsilanti, Michigan to broadcast my many talents to the world. I always had an eye for communications, media, and theatre and wanted to share my love of the entertainment industry with the world. MissPhaShunta.com is committed to creating great interviews for its viewers. I started off interviewing some of the most popular radio personalities in my city, rising music artist, businesses etc. After studying how to brand and market myself daily I then over time transitioned to interviewing some of the most popular celebrities such as Mona Scott Young, Keke Palmer and Justine Skye. I have also interviewed legends such as Rev. Al Sharpton, Pattie LaBelle and so many more.
Amy Nicole: It’s often times difficult to be successful in the entertainment field because the industry is so overpopulated. What advice would you give to aspiring writers and journalist trying to excel in the field?
Miss PhaShunta: I would say just stay true to yourself because you are your own identity and that alone will make you stand out. Also, when times get tough persevere through it and focus on the main important goal.
Amy Nicole: You started your blog just three years ago and have already landed interviews with big name celebrities like Patti Labelle; what would you say has contributed to your success?
Miss PhaShunta: Being consistent has definitely contributed to my success so far. Also, reading different material daily to better myself and brand has helped as well. I always tell people reading is very fundamental.
Amy Nicole: Your blog mostly focuses on celebrity news; what about celebrity news interests you the most?
Miss PhaShunta: I just want to be able to make a difference when it comes to reporting and getting the latest information from celebrities in a positive light. I feel that correspondents can still get the latest news without bashing celebrities. They have feelings like everyone else and deserve respect when it comes to their personal life.
Amy Nicole: You recently interviewed at the 2016 Bet Awards and you were also a featured blogger on Revolt TV. How were those experience?
Miss PhaShunta: Both experiences were amazing, I am glad that I was able to be part of them. I am always grateful for every opportunity. I hope to interview P. Diddy one day he is such a phenomenal person and excellent business man.
Amy Nicole: What is the most exciting part of your job?
Miss PhaShunta: The most exciting part of being a correspondent is being able to communicate with different people. I learn so much and get more inspired even more from the people who I am interviewing.
Amy Nicole: Are there any media correspondents that you look up to?
Miss PhaShunta: Yes, I really love Wendy Williams and Robin Roberts they are super amazing!
Amy Nicole: What direction do you see your career going in the next 5 years?
Miss PhaShunta: In the next 5 years I see myself working for a network such as E News and making great music. I sing as well and I am also a rising actress. With that being said I see myself being in more films and eventually winning awards for my craft.
Amy Nicole: How can people reach you?
Miss PhaShunta: People can reach me on social media Instagram/Twitter @missphashunta and I can also be reached through email on my website www.missphashunta.com
It was great getting to know PhaShunta. Her success story is a testament that if you work hard and stay consistent, you can be successful!