Andra Belknap on Muck Rack

Andra Belknap

Los Angeles, Ojai, Ventura
As seen in: Medium, USA Today, Mic, Ojai Valley News
Covers:  General assignment reporter for localities in southern California, agriculture, climate, disaster reporting, local government, science, women's issues, profile pieces, long-form journalism and more.
Doesn't Cover: I don't report on national politics/politicians as I have done extensive professional work for national Democrats. I am happy, however, to provide commentary.
writer. campaigner. feminist. thespian. gemini. cultivator of kindness. committed weirdo. she/her. cover image: Francesca Woodman.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Ojai Valley News

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

Email

What's your favorite social network?

Twitter

Why did you become a journalist?

I'm endlessly curious. I love asking people about the things they're most passionate about.

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

Yes. I reported for the Nordhoff High School "Ranger."

What's your favorite drink?

Coffee

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

The New York Times Magazine!!

What's the most common misperception about your beat?

I have so many! The most commons misconception about my profession is that I write the headlines :)
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