Our Clients

"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
"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, ABC7 Reporter
"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
"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
"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, Director of Marketing and Communications for Grand Performances
"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
"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.
"[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
"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
"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
"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
"Olivia is easy to talk and work with. She is patient, transparent and very professional."

Nkem DenChukwu, Creative Writer at Coyote Studio
"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
"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