Beth Elderkin
New York
As seen in:
Gizmodo Brazil,
Medium,
UOL,
Earther,
Gizmodo,
Gizmodo en Español,
io9,
Kotaku,
Flipboard,
GamesRadar+
and
Content Marketing Manager @Official_GDC. Podcaster and tabletop enthusiast. Joined in 2009 (verify below). Praise Beebo. Not on here anymore bc it sucks.
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Beth Elderkin’s Journalist Portfolio
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Museum of Western Art struggles with low attendance, financial woes
Interview
See all 14 answers →What was your first job as a journalist?
I worked as a freelance style columnist for the Salinas Californian. I interviewed locals on their personal style and profiled boutiques.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Yes! When I volunteered at a Salinas public library at 14 years old, I used a typewriter to write memos and letters for patrons.
How is social media changing news?
Social media is requiring journalists to be more aware, immediate and present. Community is quick and accountability is swift.
Awards
See all 4 awards →Texas Press Association
2012 - Kerrville State Hospital privatization series
1st Place, Community Service journalism
Texas Associated Press Managing Editors
2012 - Kerrville State Hospital privatization series
2nd Place, Community Service journalism ; Honorable Mention, STAR Investigative Report of the Year; Honorable Mention, FOI Reporting; Honorable Mention, Specialty Reporting
Texas Associated Press Managing Editors
2012 - News Videos
1st Place, Kerr County kids chat election, politics ; 3rd Place, Unmarked: Christina Work gets face tattoo removed
Texas Associated Press Managing Editors
2012 - Johnny Manziel social media campaign
1st Place, STAR Online Package of the Year ; 1st Place, Team Effort journalism