Ashley Bennett on Muck Rack

Ashley Bennett

Cleveland, United States
Covers:  blogging, business, security, entertainment, copywriting, marketing, technology
Doesn't Cover: politics
Digital Marketing Strategist and Writer

Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

Writing for a website.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No.

How is social media changing news?

Many journalists are finding leads and story ideas via social media.

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Kent Brockman

What does it mean to be a journalist?

The opportunity to research stories and educate people.

What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

I prefer to receive pitches via email.

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

Open Office

What's your favorite social network?

LinkedIn

Who do you wish followed you?

Richard Branson

Why did you become a journalist?

I love to write and tell stories.

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

Yes, I wrote a few stories during high school.

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

I am proud of my coverage of the Sochi Olympics.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Keep writing.

When's the best time to pitch you?

24/7

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