Dennis Bovell on Muck Rack

Dennis Bovell

Florida, Miami, Palm Beach
Covers:  odd stories, high school sports, news, features, crime, basketball, football, baseball, profiles, news feature
Doesn't Cover: politics
i just want to be a productive member of society. temple alum. university of miami grad student.

Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

freelance

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, in a previous life.

How is social media changing news?

Social media is making news non-stop. It's taken the focus from reporting correct info to reporting breaking info. It's sad.

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Jayson Blair!

What does it mean to be a journalist?

It means to be a truth-seeking voice for the people. It's an honor and a responsibility.

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

ayo guy...I have this story...

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

Laptop, audio recorder, camera, audacity, adobe and final cut.

What's your favorite social network?

My cellphone.

Who do you wish followed you?

Winston Churchill.

Why did you become a journalist?

I love to write, investigate and report. I love to inform people. Don't believe what others want you too believe, find the truth.

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

Yes, award winning sports writer and editor.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Don't wait for others to open doors for you. Kick them in and walk through like Kramer.

When's the best time to pitch you?

I reside in the batter's box, pitch at your own pace.

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