Evening news anchor for
Meredith has been the NBC evening news anchor in the DFW market for six years. When she joined the team, it was immediately clear that she understood the importance of smart news delivery partnered with great style and her new audience really embraced her for it. News never stops and with her popularity on social media (thanks to her funny and clever posts) - she is always "on." She currently anchors three evening newscasts, makes appearances for local events, and supports several non-profit organizations and charities. Beyond being a well-respected journalist, she is a wife and busy mother of two beautiful, young children and has a treasure of good friends. Even when the news is pretty difficult, her down-to-earth delivery is what her NBC team counts on each evening - all while looking absolutely terrific.
Dress code:
Meredith is constantly in the public eye and she is mindful of how she presents herself. Thanks to having a network style consultant, she knows exactly what looks best on her, which new styles to try, and the latest in color trends to wear. She also has great fashion connections that help her know when some of her favorite dresses are on sale. For newscasts, she is most frequently in a brightly colored dress with an amazing pair of heels.
Favorite shops/brands/designer:
Big fan of:
On her wish list:
Marysia swimsuit for the summer
Daily Commute:
Meredith's work schedule is a night shift, but because of her profession she really begins her work each morning in her kitchen - working on several stories for the evening newscasts as well as social media posts. Later, she has about a thirty minute drive into the station.
Morning beverage:
Water mixed with chlorophyll, vitamin C and prebiotic fiber
Listens to:
Huge variety including Howard Stern, TED Talks, Alec Baldwin podcasts, and Rihanna
Workday:
Typical work routine:
Meredith is at the station by 2pm, has a production meeting, works on news scripts, and anchors three newscasts each weeknight.
Interview essentials:
iPad
Hairspray
Job stress management:
Humor
Work pet peeve:
Misspellings
Egos
Happiest career moment:
Reporting in Kandahar, Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom
Desk drawer:
Meredith describes her workspace as intimate thanks to the low-cubicle environment.
Favorite office supply:
Brian Curtis' highlighters
Office snacks/dinner:
Hummus and pretzels
Kale crackers
Kombucha tea
Snap Kitchen's meals (to go)
iPhone app must have:
The NBC DFW app to stay current with ongoing news
Agenda:
Achieving daily goals:
For Meredith - it's all about perspective.
Networking method:
Sincerity and trustworthiness is key. She doesn't "gun for contacts."
Career advice:
Be yourself. Everyone else is taken.
Work motto:
Enjoy the journey.
Non-profit organizations:
Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health
Follow Meredith on Twitter, Instagram,
and Facebook.
"I’ve had to learn the hard way what looks good
on TV and what looks horrendous. NBC provides
a wardrobe consultant who is brutally honest and
sometimes it hurts, but she’s always right."
click here to read Meredith's full interview and read her advice for looking and feeling great
When Meredith built her home, she paid special attention to the closet space. She built an area within her closet that she calls "the nook." It includes a cozy bed, pictures of her children, "Neo-Classical Pool" by photographer Slim Aarons and a TV. Read her full interview to understand why this space was a very considerate decision for herself and for her family.
Meredith's Celine handbag includes (click on links below for more info):
NBC5 station pen
car keys
Bringing Up Boys by Dr. James Dobson
Apple iPhone (personal)
Meredith is so organized and personal appearance plays such an important role in her career that she has a designated area within her closet for her working wardrobe which is arranged by color. She determines what she will wear for her evening newscasts in this space.
"A few years ago I got into a habit of wearing
the same color all week. Some weeks I would
wear green every day, others all red - not on
purpose! It was strange."
"I bring beef jerky, kale
crackers and
kombucha tea.
Everyone makes fun of
me, especially my boss."
"I love wearing a bold,
bright color. It makes
me feel more confident."
Meredith's skincare routine includes (click on links below for more info):
Fiona Wright M.D. Complexion Perfection Lotion
Fiona Wright M.D. Intensive Eye Treatment
Fiona Wright M.D. Renewal Eye Cream
Fiona Wright M.D. Advanced Renewal Serum
Fiona Wright M.D. Réparatif Oil-Free Lotion
Avéne RetrinAL Intensive Cream
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic (trial size)
Fiona Wright M.D. MultiVitamin Vino Toner
Fiona Wright M.D. Anti-Photoaging Green Tea Fortified SPF 50+
Meredith is not shy about her love of jewelry. She has a refined understanding of the statement that even a single nice piece can bring to her on-air style.
Meredith's media awards look terrific in her cubicle along with her desk organizer from World Market.
"The days are long but I’m very grateful for the
opportunity I have."
Meredith's favorite snacks include:
Snap Kitchen Sweet Chipotle Kale Krackers
Some of Meredith's favorite makeup products include (click on links below for more info):
Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Eraser
Dark Circles Treatment Concealer
Smashbox Eye Shadow Palette in Full Exposure
"My mother is my
inspiration. She looks
incredible and it’s
because she has taken
care of her skin over
the years."
"I am a huge Ebayer and buy a lot of second hand
jewelry there. I am watching over 200 items at any
given time. It’s a problem."
Reporter's notebook, writing stylebooks, station pens and notepad, personal stationary, jewelry, MAC lipstick, UGG slippers, gum and a stolen highlighter from co-anchor Brian Curtis - just a glimpse into Meredith's workspace.
On her role model and friend, Amy Robach:
"She was the first career-strong female influence in my life."
Looking from the
newsroom into the
control room.
Looking around the newsroom, Meredith's cubicle stands out with pictures of her family and puffy jacket. Simple touches that make work feel more comfortable and remind her of home.
"I work with the most
creative, diverse group
of people. They have
wicked senses of humor."
