Her voice and image have been on the television screen in Dominica as a journalist with the Government Information Service (GIS) for the past 17 years.
She has served under various administrations from Dame Eugenia Charles to now Roosevelt Skerrit and many will tell you that she has done a “professional job and served with great distinction.”
The name is Tarnia Green and from July 21, 2014 she became the Media Production Manager at SAT Telecoms.
In an exclusive interview with DNO, Green explained that she felt “honoured” and “privileged” to be given that opportunity to serve in that capacity at SAT Telecoms.
“Throughout my 17 years at GIS, I have been able to gain a wealth of experience in media and so in my current position, I am hoping that I will be able to use my experience over the past 17 years to build a new breed of professionalism in the field of media in Dominica,” she said.
SAT, she said, is a relatively new entity in Dominica and needs some improvement in the quality of its output in the news department and in the general programming.
“With my experience, I will have the ideal opportunity to help shape the company in realizing some of its most critical goals,” she stated. “In Dominica, one of the things that we lack is that of local content and I feel that I am in the ideal position to shape and craft some new programmes in a very effective manner.”
She stated that she is excited about her new job.
“I have done my best at GIS, and have served well and with distinction and helped the department to grow,” she stated. “I worked as a professional under different administrations and I have no regrets in my decision to move on to excel, move on and continue to move and grow in the field of media in Dominica.”
To young journalists and media practitioners she advises, “if we are planning to get in the media, I want to suggest that people get there because they have a passion and not because it’s a job and they want something to do.”
“You come in that field because you want to do well, you want to be an example and a role model and a professional, that is what we are lacking in Dominica,” she said. “Get qualified, learn from the best, keep reading keep being informed, the media is a no nonsense business, you have to be a professional, you are never too young or old to learn.”.
Green’s many accomplishments as a local media personality/journalist, and more recently as second in command at the GIS, has established her as “one of the most respected and admired public news journalists and news anchors in Dominica” reporting on several major stories of national importance.
During her career in the media she has had the opportunity to travel extensively for training opportunities to countries such as Taiwan, Equador, London, China, Cuba, and Venezuela.
Special assignments have also taken her to neighboring countries including Guadeloupe, Martinique, Grenada, Barbados, and Trinidad & Tobago.
Highlights of her career include reporting on major national events such as the death of three Prime Ministers: Roosevelt Douglas, Pierre Charles and Dame Mary Eugenia Charles.
According to her, one of her most prized documentaries was one done on Dominica’s Dame Mary Eugenia Charles, known as “The Iron Lady,” in 2003.
In 2005 she was named the Best Television News Presenter at the DBS Radio Flamboyant Awards.
In that same year, she travelled to Cuba where she produced a 40-minute television documentary on the “Miracle Eye Care Program,” an initiative of President’s Hugo Chavez and Fidel Castro.
Apart from mainstream involvement in news, she has been involved in a number of extra- curricular activities including being a training consultant for contestants in the Miss Dominica Pageant.
Green’s dream is to one day soon host her own Television Talk show in Dominica as her focus is to highlight and bring practical solutions to social problems facing her country’s people.
I guess Tania has escaped…………..hope she learns a lesson from what she endured from that mental case at GIS.
Why is this important again?
I have had the opportunity to see you at work and you have certainly over the years worked a a professional, you have never been tainted by any political colour. This is a testimony of your professionalism. I wish you success in your new job.
Can anyone tell me what G.I.S stands for, cause I see people saying its great she left because its to political but last time I checked politics forms a Gov. and all reporting on that program should be about Gov. workings so if she left because it was to political then for all these years she was in the wrong field. Now Dorival CNN and all the other news channels report on balance news they are not anchors of USGIS so to bring lime in a milk pot is wrong.
Cool…keep challenging yourself; keep growing. Just do your best.
Raymond
its impossible to call a journalist person who has been working for 17 years for the government. Her profession is Public Relations official who served under numerous administrations. Journalism is about being impartial and independent…its about being able to stand for what you believe. Its about ability to bring to your audience different opinions and different point of views Governmental work is about speaking and writing exactly what your government decided…So please don’t confuse a journalism and public funded propaganda…
At least you don’t have to defer to palud anymore ms. Green.
hey tarnia congrats…. you deserve it after much diligence and excellence at what you do…. from childhood you were destined, i remember you reading at school with a passion like you were on a mission and that you were….
keep your head up and remember when you in position is when darts are aimed at you… know your responsibility and do it well leave no stone un-turned and trust only in God and yourself … trust no one….. at all and work to your goal …. you will do well
congrats again
Woe unto the inhabitants of SAT. May God be with them all.
……….next will be Mervin Matthew to leave; GIS is now too “watered down” with little people who quite frankly is not adding value.
just love that lady.. great job, happy to hear you leaving those bias, propaganda spreading political dottish people
okkkkk????And???
all the best change is good and you definitely deserve better
than working in the politics one sides service which is only labour party have news. you have been by pass for the positions given in wish you can work to reach your gold and mission in life. I can tell you I do not wash G.IS my sister all the best I know you are capable of delivering the best .
Stupes…..
Much-a-do about nothing!
Congratulations Tarnia.
Please remember that this will be SAT not GIS therefore you are reminded to leave any possible biases you may have had behind at GIS and report the news in a free and fair manner!
It is not possible that she work under the Dame administration. She spent 17 years at GIS , 14 under Labor, 3 under UWP. She came in to GIS during the tearm of the UWP. Correction for DNO.
My girl self. She was born to do this. Much love and success to you tarnia.
Amen sister. Amen. Who next?
All the hard work, energy and effort that you gave at GIS was not appreciated. I know you will succeed at SAT. You have all my support
Finally, you have made the move. All the hard work, energy and effort that you gave at GIS was not appreciated. I know that you will succeed at SAT. You have all my support.
Congratulations Tania, i always admire your coolness and smile keep doing this and go for the sky. Do your work and love all.
Congratulations to you miss green you deserve the best this is just the beginning continue to reach for the stars the sky is the limit your are a professional and you definitely deserve the best however in the midst of it all never forget to put the father first in all that you do God bless you richly and best of luck
Sorry, DNO. That should be, Tarnia. I did not proof-read my comment before posting it. An example careless attention to detail, that I mentioned below.
Congrats, Tarnish.
I think this is an excellent move for SAT Telecoms. Over the years I have noticed some shoddy news editing where person’s names are not matched with the images shown.
Producing good local documentaries calls for creativity, technical know-how, passion, stamina and cooperation, but what is needed in the local media, is a lot more exploration and news production and analysis on regional and international news events. I see no reason why the Dominican audiences should remain only focused on local issues–that leads to tunnel vision.
Lastly, on the question of training, I would like to see the resurrection of the Media Association Workers of Dominica (MWAD) to secure the on-going accreditation and training that is so essential for success in this fast-paced profession.
I look forward to seeing Tarnia’s contribution to SAT and the media in Dominica.
Congratulations!!!! You deserve the best for all your hard and professional work.
I am happy you have left that jewboom. I cannot understand why an intelligent and experience journalist like you could be by-passed. There is an allegation, the position of General Manager of a national radio station it is about to be given to someone else. It was more embarrassing that despite all your years of service, it is alleged, a foreigner is being paid a bigger salary and given more privileges then you.
my friend that’s why I call us DOM-IN-CANS only hear people take what thay get
This is not your concern. You should not pry in others business. I like the way she move on in a professional manner and no extra garbage like some. Why do people always like to create more talk than there is. Find something constructive to do.
Well, well even Tarnia leaving a sinking ship!
I do remember when you left DBS to move to GIS is been a lon long time and no promotion Girl you did the right move .All the best
What that have to do with you. mind your business did she tell you that. She is a sophisticated and private lady. let her be.
Well Well Well. Shawn Douglas-Mc Intyre left now Tarnaia Green. We all know why Shawn left. Dominicains WAKE UP. Do you really want to know why she left. There is the answer………………………
Yes puss give me de beff
I don’t really get this but I hope when she leaves the SAT job for a better job that will be news too.
You don’t get it because you have a very small mind in need of some exposure.
Tarnia was the face of GIS for close to two decades and of course her absence is glaring and hence the reason why it makes news.
When this weather man left Good Morning America to join the Weather Channel, the story was all over the news in the US. If Wolf Blitzer leaves CNN, I bet you this will make the news.
So stop being small minded.. It is embarrassing.
Dorival John.
Hello and good morning my people. Yes if Wolf Blitzer leave CNN it will be news so why don’t you asked Wolf Blitzer about the War Crimes the Israel Military is committing in Palestine. That Apartied Country.
@Tony
I fully agree with you. All mainstream is just propagandist well paid and willing to justify any atrocities their government commits or at least supports politically and diplomatically. CNN is the bunch of public officials pouring propaganda and never willing to deliver any picture which is not approved by their bosses in White House. Condem Israel? You joking brotherman…it never happens.
GIS in Dominica is the same…it serves political interest of present government.
All the best to her, has a massive task bringing SAT’s news to the Marpin standard, but it’ll be good for the industry. Looking forward to seeing how Marpin will continue to improve their news packages
I like that comment. As if to say Marpin news is of such a high standard. Or is it that SAT is of such a low standard?
Eh ben weh!
But if Marpin is the gold standard, then Tarnia will not have to work very hard at all.
true dat
High standard, Marpin news?????????? Are you watching another Marpin?????? If we did not have schools in DA Marpin would not have any content in their news! The few times they mention anything serious, we are told a follow-up will be reported at a later stage. We never hear anything again. News reporting has to be edgy, not afraid to report all sides and must take risks. Marpin sits on the fence and is too ‘safe’ to be taken seriously.
i wish you well
congratd tarnia but dno she couldn’t haveppossibly served under dame Eugenia who left office in 95. I went ti school with her so check yr facts.
yeah gud for SAT . now SAT will have quality news .
Good for you Tarnia! You will now work professionally and peacefully, withour fear. It is appropriate at this juncture with lots of sudden resignation of professionals in the public service that the PM gives some directive to do an assessment of why?
I can imagine how stifled you felt in that mele and machine of propaganda. After all these years you began to look like a misfit, out of place and now is your time to leave. You are exiting gracefully, my girl. Wish you all the best in your new endeavours. It is Time to Go
All The Best My Girl.
Tarnia I wish you all the best. I am extremely happy for u.
my sister go grab that big money doh make that pass
is not big job alone nuh…working with ‘MP’ alone is a stress by itself…..lol.
‘MP’ not a brand of ketchup nuh?…lol lol lol but I got you…
MUCH SUCCESS TO YOU Ms. GREEN.
it is clear that you strive for success and have a diligence and passion to want to succeed. Persist until you succeed. importantly too, ensure that your programming and content is refreshing and uplifting, balanced and insightful and for variety and sound education, let their be a segment on news analysis. Sadly most of our people prefer to talk rather than analyze. This I hope will elevate the level of meaningful discussion on matters of interest to the populace. For the youth let there be meaningful edutainment programmes as resources would permit.
I WISH YOU JOY SUCCESS AND FULFILLMENT !!
You have done an incredible job at G.I.S. As a young woman i always admired your level of professionalism as s journalist.Wish you the best in your future endeavors
DNO, can I suggest that her departure from GIS could be the presence of too many Political appointees, an environment not compatible to her professional standards??
Not too happy that she’s left GIS but we all gotta move to bigger things in life.. I was longing for a breakthrough with SAT and it’s general programming, in terms of better quality news etc.. Ms. Green, will surely make things better with her position.
u do right leave them u a not getting no promotions there u will do great at sat good luck Tania
Well i guess Green is going where the grass is Greener
Touche…