What was your first job as a journalist?
I worked for Gizchina as a tech journalist.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Michael Connelly
What does it mean to be a journalist?
Giving voice to stories: Journalists shine a light on issues that matter, especially giving voice to underrepresented groups and stories not widely known. The role often acts as a storyteller or watchdog.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Pitched stories should be brief, three to four paragraphs.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
MacBook, Internet, and Figma
What's your favorite social network?
X, formally Twitter.
Who do you wish followed you?
Bill Gates
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, I did not.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
I'm proud of all my stories.
When's the best time to pitch you?
In the morning, between 9am and 11am.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
The pitch was too long.
What's your favorite drink?
Water
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
What do you mean by beat?
