What was your first job as a journalist?
Reviewsphere - it opened many doors.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
yes, I have one in my parents loft!
How is social media changing news?
In a positive and negative way by reaching all readers but by condensing a lot of material
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Certainly Kate Atkinson especially the Jackson Broadie books.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
It means truth, projection and mixed media formats.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
the memes with animals
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
directly and promptly
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
I am a great lover of word, pixabay, google images and Wix. I keep it simple and focus more on the written word!
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter without doubt
Who do you wish followed you?
Goodness...will need to ponder that one.
Why did you become a journalist?
To reach out to readers and to share knowledge, ideas and opinion.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No not the high school newspaper but currently an Edinburgh based arts magazine.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
My current work of fiction - watch this space
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Keep your niche close to your heart at all times.
When's the best time to pitch you?
All times but especially Monday to Friday.
What's the best pitch you ever got?
MTV South America.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
A promotion for beer gloves.
What's your favorite drink?
Prosecco and champagne....
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Walking the dog or swimming laps.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
I love Vogue magazine
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
That journalism is dead. Okay so the social media networks are flourishing but the need to real, accurate and regulated writing is essential.
