Laila Hines
(She/Her)
As seen in:
Youth Environmental Press Team,
The Teen Magazine
Covers:
I cover all topics, environmental, trends, lifestyle, health, government, law, etc.
Doesn't Cover:
There isn't anything I can't cover.
Interview
What was your first job as a journalist?
Writing articles.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
No but I want one.
How is social media changing news?
I don't really know. I just know that social media isn't always telling the truth and they could be lying on their story which I don't like.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Don't have one. Theyre all amazing.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
To tell the truth, all the time. To be real and have those raw inspiring words when its needed.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
Uhm, something to school related, or parent related.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
It doesn't matter, I'm not picky.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Outlook, Word, Microsoft.
What's your favorite social network?
tiktok
Who do you wish followed you?
Idk, probably Madelyn Cline.
Why did you become a journalist?
I took one class and thought this is what I want to do.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, but I am looking to.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
My debut article for YEPT, coming soon.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Work hard, nonstop, everyday. Don't stop until you reach your dreams. You only got one shot . One life. Be the person everyone calls crazy
When's the best time to pitch you?
Whenever, I'm always free
What's the best pitch you ever got?
I haven't really gotten a good or bad pitch before.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
I haven't really got a bad pitch before, just minor pitches.
What's your favorite drink?
Anything from Starbucks or Dunkin. Other than that, I like tea. Like homemade or just tea in general.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Reading or writing. Cleaning, listening to music. Shopping.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The New York Times or something on Substack. The Teen Mag and Teen Vogue also have solid publications.
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
Idk
Would you like to take the Muck Rack Interview?
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