I graduated with a degree in Mass Communication, major in Broadcasting without the expectation of practicing it thereafter. I have always thought this course is viable for 2 reasons; First, I know how hard it is to be in the related field, especially in any network in the Philippines. Second, my dream was to be a flight attendant. But this thought ceased to be known after I auditioned for Kabayan Tambayan. It was the newest show on TFC at the time. It featured inspiring stories of OFWs, showed their talents, and challenged them through games with prizes.
I saw the television advertisement where TFC was looking for segment hosts. I submitted a clip from the documentary show I hosted back in college. Humbly, I was chosen to be part of the show. I was then called "Katambayer".
My first shoot was taken in a bowling event of one Filipino Community in June 2012. It was my first time to meet Kuya JP (coordinator), Sir Roland (mentor), Brian (co-katambayer), and Kuya Tims. I was in a tense state, highly strung. With everyone's help, I was able to pull it off. Yay!
It was just a passion at first. Few months passed, I met new Katambayers and made friends with a lot of people. I became active in Filipino Community. Unconsciously, our passion turned into delightful public service.
We have been Katambayers for 5 years. Those years are very memorable, especially the hosts and staff became one family. I experienced many firsts because of this show. I became friends with the Cardio boys and Ms. Dimples Romana. I witnessed how kind and simple they are, no matter how big their names are in our country. My skills in media production got developed. I gained self-confidence. And the best things I had from this show were the people who eventually became my friends/family.
The show has ended but this experience will forever be treasured.
For the last time... "Hello there, Katambayers! Ako si Annizah Camid, ang inyong Kikay Katambayer, na nagsasabing... see you again!"
