Logos of Media Consulting Coaches clients, including the United Nations, USC, ABC News, Simply Salad, South Coast Plaza, Grand Performances, Slate Auto and USA Soccer.
Logos of Media Consulting Coaches clients, including the United Nations, USC, ABC News, Simply Salad, South Coast Plaza, Grand Performances, Slate Auto and USA Soccer.

Our Clients

  • A circular emblem with a red background and the gold letters 'USC' in the center.

    "Olivia is a standout instructor whose expertise and professionalism are notable. She made faculty participants in our on-camera media training program feel immediately at ease. I look forward to the opportunity to work with her again."

    Allison Agsten, Director, Center for Climate Journalism and Communication, University of Southern California

  • A woman with long dark hair smiling while wearing a black top against a plain light background.

    "Olivia is a spectacular resource in the news media industry! She's held multiple titles under the ABC News umbrella so she knows what the audience is looking for and offers creative advice to give you the confidence you need on-camera. As a broadcast journalist in Los Angeles, Olivia has helped me strengthen my storytelling skills and grow my digital brand in the shifting landscape. It's important to note that Olivia is incredibly kind. She will give you constructive feedback but she is always on your team! I can't recommend her enough!"

    Sophie Flay, ABC News Anchor

  • Logo for Simply Salad featuring a bowl of green leaves with a single red berry, and the text "Simply Salad" and "Custom Greens".

    "It was my first time on national television, so I consulted with Michael to make the most of the opportunity. His perspective on how to carry myself in this new environment was priceless, as well as how to prepare for the likely questions to come."

    Bruce Teichman, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Simply Salad

  • The word 'SLATE' in gray uppercase letters on a dark gray background.

    "Olivia understands how a message should sound. In a matter of hours working with her, our executive team was thinking, articulating, and presenting more confidently. She presents feedback directly and clearly, with an empathic ear for helping executives improve. Olivia’s ability to drill down key messages and make executives feel comfortable with the material was crucial to our success on launch day."

    Jeff Jablansky, Head of Public Relations and Communications, Slate Auto

  • United Nations emblem featuring a world map surrounded by olive branches on a blue background.

    "[Their AI class] was a really excellent training! Very practical and hands-on, while also providing the bigger picture and pitfalls to be aware of. Loved it and learned a lot!"

    Program Participant, United Nations

  • A man holding a microphone performing on stage at a sound space event, with a large screen displaying the words "dts SOUND SPACE" in the background.

    "Michael's guidance and coaching ahead of a major opportunity on network news helped me prepare and gave me more confidence to nail the live interview."

    Canyon Cody, Chief Financial Officer, Grand Performances

  • White check mark inside a white box on a gradient background from green to blue.

    "Olivia is a pro! It was great to work with someone so prepared and detail oriented. She fully understood our organization’s mission and priorities, which made it so easy for our spokespeople to focus on fine tuning their media skills."

    Erika Guzman Cornejo, Press Manager, California Environmental Voters

  • A smiling young woman with long wavy dark hair wearing a peach-colored top.

    "Olivia is a great mentor! Kind, knowledgeable and thorough! I've worked with her for two years and I feel like my reporting skills have grown because of her guidance and help. She has a strong understanding of the news business, social media trends and digital news. I feel like I've become a more well rounded reporter because of her!"

    Jaysha Patel, ABC7 Reporter

  • "Olivia is a true expert when it comes to copyedit and social media strategy. She helped me with a book I’m working on and went an extra step with providing a roadmap/useful tools. She’s attentive, kind and my go-to! "

    @ThatHuskyTheo, Social Media Influencer

  • "I was nervous before my first live television interview, but Michael's coaching helped me feel ready and secure."

    Cristina Lucio, Associate Manager of Programs at Grand Park L.A.

  • "What I learned today at a QuickBook event [with Olivia] is AI. AI is the future, it's the present."

    Lynn Biyendolo, U.S. Women's National Soccer Team

  • "As a general assignment reporter who is always trying to improve in my craft, having constructive feedback is so crucial. Working directly with Olivia for 4+ years provided me with that opportunity. Not only does she give honest and professional critiques, but she also is constantly watching how the field is changing so that her feedback can match the shifting landscape. Innovation and staying up with current times is a big part of becoming and remaining successful and Olivia did that while also helping me strengthen some of my weaker areas. "

    Ashley Mackey, ABC7 Reporter

  • A woman with black hair and bangs, wearing a purple top, standing in front of a blurry background with colorful flags or banners.

    "[Olivia's workshop] was such a great opportunity to learn about digital storytelling! Learning these tips and tricks on a mobile device was extremely useful to capture content on the ground. I particularly enjoyed the AI session, and I know that it will be incredibly useful moving forward. Thanks, Olivia Smith!"

    Maelee Blancaflor, USC Master of Public Diplomacy Student

  • A smiling woman with long dark hair, wearing a white sweater, sitting at a desk with magazines, a laptop, and a pink book in front of her.

    "Working with Olivia was so seamless and easy. Plus, she taught me how to think more like a journalist and editor which has changed the way I pitch. I'm so glad to have someone like her to turn to for feedback and guidance."

    Cher Hale, Director at Ginkgo Public Relations

  • Black and white photo of a woman with shoulder-length hair, smiling, with one arm raised behind her head.

    "Have had the pleasure of knowing and occasionally working with Olivia for almost 2 decades. She's obviously an exceptional writer, accomplished journalist, and media strategist but - perhaps more impressive - is her ability to coach and advise in a way that makes you feel more confident about the work you're putting out there. Olivia has a gift for being able to cut through the core of an idea and communicate it clearly and effectively. I cannot recommend her highly enough."

    Stephanie Harris, Co-Founder of Receipts.xyz

  • Close-up of a young man with glasses, a mustache, and short black hair, wearing a white shirt, against a plain background.

    "Thank you to Olivia Smith for teaching [us a] workshop and equipping us with new storytelling skills!"

    Naathapit "Otto" Lamsam, USC Master of Public Diplomacy Program Graduate Assistant

  • "Media Consulting Coaches is a game-changer! I partnered with them to boost my nonprofit and they exceeded all expectations. Olivia Smith and her team are exceptional. From branding to expanding our social media presence, they nailed it."

    Amanda Perry, Founder of Art Visit

  • Woman with short hair wearing a red blouse, black blazer, and gold earrings against a dark background.

    "Olivia is easy to talk and work with. She is patient, transparent and very professional."

    Nkem DenChukwu, Creative Writer at Coyote Studio

  • A young man smiling, wearing a red collared shirt and a black undershirt, against a plain white background.

    "Olivia is a great resource for learning the tricks of the trade to social media growth. I look forward to continue working with her to help all of my accounts succeed."

    Kris Parrent, Vice President at Circuits and Software LLC

  • Smiling woman with glasses and earrings, wearing a gray blazer, with black hair styled in twists updo, standing against a beige wall.

    "We learned a lot [in Olivia's storytelling workshop], and it was fun!"

    Janika Berridge, USC Master of Public Diplomacy Student

  • "I had the pleasure of working with Olivia at ABC7 for three years. She's an incredible mentor, attentive to details and is very passionate about her craft. Olivia always made sure the work we produced aligned with the current trends and standards of top media outlets and platforms. Under her guidance, l gained confidence and developed my skills in writing and reporting. I'm truly thankful to have had the opportunity to work alongside her."

    Amanda Palacios, ABC7 Reporter

  • A woman with short dark hair wearing earrings and a red patterned top, smiling at the camera.

    "Olivia and Michael expertly coached me through a dreaded public speaking event, podcast recording and print interview. Their patience and confidence in me helped me to excel and even enjoy my brief time in the public eye. Would highly recommend!"

    Lauren L., Business Owner

  • Close-up of a woman with glasses smiling indoors.

    "Olivia was so great working with our team! It was nice to have a tailored experience to our work. Highly recommend!"

    Cat Odendahl, USC CLEAN Project & Ph.D. Student in the Department of Earth Sciences

MEDIA OUTLETS & CLIENTS WE’VE WORKED WITH…

ABC NEWS

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CNN

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60 MINUTES

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META

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BBC

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GOOD MORNING AMERICA

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CTV

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WORLD NEWS TONIGHT

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NHK

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ESPN

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COLLEGE GAMEDAY

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TF1

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ABC7

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COLUMBIA JOURNALISM REVIEW

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NY1

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ASSOCIATED PRESS

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UNITED NATIONS

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SLATE AUTO

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SIMPLY SALAD

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SOUTH COAST PLAZA

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USC

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GRAND PERFORMANCES

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QUICKBOOKS

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U.S. WOMEN'S NAT'L TEAM

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GRAND PARK L.A.

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ABC NEWS • CNN • 60 MINUTES • META • BBC • GOOD MORNING AMERICA • CTV • WORLD NEWS TONIGHT • NHK • ESPN • COLLEGE GAMEDAY • TF1 • ABC7 • COLUMBIA JOURNALISM REVIEW • NY1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS • UNITED NATIONS • SLATE AUTO • SIMPLY SALAD • SOUTH COAST PLAZA • USC • GRAND PERFORMANCES • QUICKBOOKS • U.S. WOMEN'S NAT'L TEAM • GRAND PARK L.A. •

This is a partial list. Many of our clients, from Fortune 500 companies to nonprofits and public figures, prefer to keep their training confidential.

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A woman giving a presentation to a group of six people in a conference room with large windows. The presentation slide on the screen reads 'How to prepare for an interview—the basics'.
A diverse group of twelve people in a virtual video conference call, each in separate home settings, smiling at their cameras.
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A woman in a green patterned blouse stands in front of a classroom, holding a smartphone, presenting a slide on a large screen that shows a colorful image of a vintage film reel and computer text.
Two women sitting in a modern office or TV studio; woman in the background with glasses, brown hair, and a black and white outfit, is smiling, while the woman in the foreground with blonde hair is blurred.
Four women are sitting at a glass table in a TV studio, engaged in conversation. One woman, with long blonde hair, is facing away from the camera. The woman in the middle has dark hair, is smiling, and is wearing a light-colored plaid shirt. The thir
A diverse group of seven people, six sitting around a conference table and one standing behind, smiling in a meeting or classroom room with gray walls and black chairs.
Television news studio with a woman in a black dress and a woman in a white sweater sitting at a news desk. A large screen behind them displays 'ATVN'. There are multiple cameras, studio lights, and green and blue screen backgrounds.
A woman in a pink dress and black blazer is speaking and gesturing with her hands to a man whose back is facing the camera, both are inside a building with a glass window.
Two women smiling and talking at a table during a start-up training camp, with a third woman working on a laptop in the background.
A woman is giving a presentation in a conference room with two slides on screens behind her, attendees seated at a table with notebooks and laptops, and a floral centerpiece on the table.
A television studio with two women sitting at a news desk, having a conversation. The studio has a city skyline graphic on the desk and large windows with vertical blinds in the background. A camera and monitor are visible in the foreground.
A woman with blonde hair sitting on a wooden table at a studio, holding a script and looking at a monitor. She is wearing a black blazer, a polka-dot dress, and white high heels.
A group of people attending a presentation in a conference room, with a woman standing at the front speaking to the audience.
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Television studio with two women engaged in an interview, one with dark hair and the other with blonde hair, seated at a glass desk with studio monitors and equipment, set against a modern background with glass panels and city views.
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A woman is giving a presentation in front of an audience in a conference room, with a large screen displaying a slideshow. The audience members are seated at tables with laptops and note papers.
Two women at a table during a startup training camp, with one woman on the right working on a laptop and the woman on the left with long braided hair listening. A sign in the background reads 'Start Up Training Camp'.
Screenshot of a virtual video conference with twelve diverse women smiling and looking at their screens.
A group of people attending a meeting in a conference room with large windows and a wall-mounted screen displaying multiple video calls.
A woman with blonde hair speaking into a microphone at a podium with a laptop and water bottle, dark curtains in the background.
Two women sitting at a table, engaged in conversation, with a laptop and papers on the table. One woman has blonde curly hair with beads, glasses, jewelry, and is wearing a white tank top, looking intently at the other woman. The other woman has long
Two women in conversation inside a conference room at USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, with a large screen displaying the school's logo on the wall behind them.
View of a TV studio control room with multiple monitors displaying a news program and camera feeds, a man in a tuxedo working at a desk, and a reflection of the studio interior through a large glass window.