Pilar Hanes on Muck Rack

Pilar Hanes

Verified
Sacramento
Covers:  Digital Information
Bilingual Journalist

Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

In Mexico, in Grupo ACIR, Puebla, I was an assistant reporter

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, I did, for a long time

What does it mean to be a journalist?

It is a great responsibility, that fills you with great satisfaction

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

Apple, Adobe Premier, Adobe Audition, Photoshop, Sony,

What's your favorite social network?

Facebook

Who do you wish followed you?

All the people who follow me are important to me

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

No, I did not

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Journalism is an exciting job, enjoy what you do every day

When's the best time to pitch you?

Early

What's your favorite drink?

Coffee

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

With my two kids, we are always busy

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

Tribuna digital

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