What was your first job as a journalist?
Opaque Magazine
Have you ever used a typewriter?
OMGosh! Yes, and I am definitely telling my age.
How is social media changing news?
In many ways
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
I respect all journalists
What does it mean to be a journalist?
A confident communicator! One who enjoys both, candid and structural conversations with others in various settings.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
I can't think of any right now.. let me get back to you all on that.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Creativity, Creativity, Creativity
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Countless
What's your favorite social network?
LinkedIn and Instagram (although I am crushing on the Threads platform).
Who do you wish followed you?
The younger generation of Black female dreamers who believes in the impossible but thirst for the roadmap
Why did you become a journalist?
I am a communicator at heart and absolutely LOVE people and having meaningful conversations with them. I love to talk with purpose!
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, my journey began as a freelancer for various publications.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
'The 1619 Project'
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Hang in there if you really want it!
When's the best time to pitch you?
Anytime! I'm a Journalist so there's no such thing as sleep. Lol
What's the best pitch you ever got?
Honestly, all pitches are appreciated so all of them.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
There is no such thing as a 'worst' pitch to me. I respect any and all efforts people put forth.
What's your favorite drink?
Coffee and Malbec
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
A coffee house, for sure!
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
E! News, Variety, ESSENCE
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
There is downtime in awards, television, and film and truth is ... it's never ending.
