Northwestern University
Journalism

Digital Journalist / Report for America Corps Member
Spectrum News 1 |
• Pitch, report and write stories for the health and science team, balancing a mix of research news, enterprise features and science explainers tied to current events • Lead AP’s coverage of scientific topics including paleontology, human origins and ancient DNA, while quickly picking up on a range of other fields as needed, from nuclear fusion to health equity • Monitor science journals and evaluate upcoming studies for coverage; translate complex research into clear and compelling stories for a general audience • Coordinate multimedia elements including photo, video and graphics to accompany stories

Newsperson, Health and Science
Associated Press |
• Published 200+ stories as the first digital reporter at Spectrum News 1 in Wisconsin • Led coverage on public health and science, including explainers and data stories on COVID-19 and features on climate and environment; jumped in on breaking news including elections, protests • Produced photo and video elements for digital and broadcast; appeared in segments on air

COVID-19 Data Team Freelancer
The New York Times |
• Was an initial member of the team that provided research, data analysis and reporting for Pulitzer-winning initiative to track coronavirus cases in the U.S.; contributed 480+ hours of freelance work • Monitored the virus’s spread in counties, long-term care facilities and other significant outbreaks

Southeast Bureau Intern
CNN |
• Wrote 23 stories for website and articles for weekly newsletter, covering science, history, art and culture • Contributed research, fact checked stories and participated in pitch meetings for print magazine

Editorial Intern
Smithsonian Magazine |
• Supported CNN coverage of southeast U.S. by researching stories, coordinating sources, assisting on field shoots, translating; focused on immigration, elections; wrote online stories for CNN Digital Trends team