Aneesa Ahmed
Verified
As seen in:
MSN,
MSN UK,
Yahoo Entertainment,
MSN South Africa,
The Guardian,
Yahoo Canada,
Yahoo News Malaysia,
Yahoo News UK,
Yahoo Singapore,
Metro (UK)
and
Covers:
News/Reported Features/ Culture/ Identity/ Drugs/ Sex/ Youth Culture
(she/they) freelance @guardian @residentadvisor etc.
Interview
What was your first job as a journalist?
My school blog when I was 16.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Yes, I had one as a child.
How is social media changing news?
It is revolutionising it. As Marshall McLuhan states; 'The Medium is the Message.'
What does it mean to be a journalist?
I am fascinated by the unknown, and the idea that I will be able to be involved in the research and output process of making the unknown known to audiences is exciting to me.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
To the point, I always find it interesting to hear people's takes on things.
What's your favorite social network?
TikTok!
Who do you wish followed you?
BBC Naga.
Why did you become a journalist?
The fast paced, turbulent nature of news, on regional and international scales, is what attracts me to be a reporter and researcher for news
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Just write, it will come to you.
What's your favorite drink?
Vegan milkshakes!
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
With my friends. I'm a very social person who enjoys good company.
Would you like to take the Muck Rack Interview?
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