What was your first job as a journalist?
Reporter
Have you ever used a typewriter?
No
How is social media changing news?
Journalists and news organizations can interact directly with their audience, receiving immediate feedback, questions, and comments.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Since I was a kid, Sandybell has been one of my favorite shows. This Japanese animated series from the early 1980s, known as Sandybell in English and also referred to as Sandy Belle in some versions, has always held a special place in my heart.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
To be a journalist means embracing the responsibility of seeking truth and delivering it with integrity and professionalism. This involves not only conducting thorough research and presenting well-crafted stories but also engaging with the public and stakeholders in a respectful manner. In this spirit, I invite your comments and insights, and welcome the opportunity to conduct interviews that enrich our understanding and contribute meaningfully to our coverage.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
I can't think of a specific hashtag off the top of my head, but I always enjoy seeing the humorous ways people on social media engage with news stories
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
via email and social media direct messages.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Microsoft Word for drafting and editing articles, I utilize online database for research, for professional correspondence I use outlook emai.
What's your favorite social network?
Tiktok
Who do you wish followed you?
I don't have anyone specific in mind.
Why did you become a journalist?
Naturally curious, I enjoy uncovering new stories and have a passion for writing.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
We didn't have one.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Think out of the box and always ask questions and seek to understand the "why" behind the stories you cover
When's the best time to pitch you?
Anytime
What's the best pitch you ever got?
I haven't received a pitch that really stood out yet, but I'm always on the lookout for relevant, and timely story ideas.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
I can't recall a specific pitch at the moment, but I generally appreciate pitches that are well-targeted.
What's your favorite drink?
Coffee
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Outdoors, I have a deep love for being in nature.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The Times
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
I haven't encountered any major misperceptions about my beat. Most people seem to have a good understanding of the topics I cover.
