Jessica Hood on Muck Rack

Jessica Hood

Australia, Melbourne
Covers:  Parenting , mental health , relationships and sex . Real life
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Interview

How is social media changing news?

Social media is news . That’s how I started my career via social media!

What does it mean to be a journalist?

To be able to write about the things I’m passionate is amazing .

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

What's your favorite social network?

Instagram

Why did you become a journalist?

I felt being about to write about important issues as well as relatable ones helped me personally . By writing it helps me clear my mind

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

No I didn’t , I found my passion for writing later on in life!

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

All of them! I take pride in all my work

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Don’t give up , it takes a lot of time and patience’s but if you’re passionate about it and are willing to go the mile it’s all worth it

When's the best time to pitch you?

Anytime!!

What's your favorite drink?

Coke and tea

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

With my children. I’m a mother of four little ones . Most of my ideas come from being around them

What's the most common misperception about your beat?

That I only cover certain topics , however I cover broad range of topics

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