Valonda Calloway

Spokesperson, TV host, and actor — Valonda Calloway is always energetic and camera ready. She started in media as a writer and reporter for Voice Of America radio in Washington, D.C. She then transitioned to television as a news anchor and reporter in North Carolina, including years as weekday morning anchor at WRAL-TV in Raleigh. Valonda honed her hosting chops as host of My Carolina Today/Talk on WNCN in Raleigh. Now, Valonda is an in-demand, freelance, on-camera personality. 

• Spokesperson, University Ford and Kia, Durham, NC  
• Host, Inside Look on Fox 50, Raleigh, NC  
• Actor/Model, represented by Talent One, Raleigh, NC  
• Arts reporter, Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) and Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts
• Voice-over artist 
• Adjunct professor NC State University
• Presentation and media coach

Valonda is the author of Tips From The TV Lady, A Guide For Making A Great Impression On Camera And In Person. She shares what she's learned over her 20 plus years in front of the camera. Valonda's book provides practical tips on how to look better on webcam as well as Zoom tips for presenters. She shares photos and laugh out loud funny stories to illustrate her points. Valonda takes you on a presentation skills journey that will help you:

• Understand why certain colors and patterns distract from your message  
• Why everybody needs makeup on camera, including men
• Choose the best chair, lighting and background for virtual engagement
• Locate the best spot in your home for optimal audio and video quality
• Determine if your computer's webcam is up to the job