What was your first job as a journalist?
First unpaid was anchoring for the college radio station, first paid was writing lists for gamerant.com
How is social media changing news?
It has made news move much faster and created a cloud of uncertainty around events as they happen
What does it mean to be a journalist?
It means finding not only interesting stories but important ones and telling them truthfully.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
because it's hilarious that anyone thinks it would actually be better
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Very direct and pointed via email.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
I use Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Wordpress, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premier.
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter because I am most interested in what people have to say versus pictures and Facebook statuses.
Why did you become a journalist?
I became a journalist because I enjoy storytelling and it turns out that real life has the most interesting stories.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
My story about uranium mining because it showcases my research abilities.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Constantly read news and what is going on in your beat. Write as much as possible, even if for just your personal blog.
When's the best time to pitch you?
All the time.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
In front of a console playing games
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
Kotaku always has the most interesting takes on video games.
