Have you ever used a typewriter?
Of course! It was a DREAM.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
I'd say Carrie Bradshaw, but it's too typical. I'll go with Andie Anderson.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
To invite others into the story by providing a factual account of news, information and storytelling.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
Oh man, there are too many!
What's your favorite social network?
Instagram
Who do you wish followed you?
Taylor Swift!!!
Why did you become a journalist?
In elementary school, I knew I had a love for writing. Never did I think I could make a career out of writing, until I did. What a joy it is!
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
My story on seeking the help you need for your mental health for Teen Vogue.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Don't settle! Keep elevating your career! Know you're capable! It will happen!
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
A pitch that was about 8 paragraphs long. It was too much!
What's your favorite drink?
Diet Coke, lemonade and iced coffee!
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
The gym, a dance studio, a hiking trail, a coffee shop or a Taylor Swift concert.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
Vogue!
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
That it only covers surface level stories. Beauty, wellness and fashion can include awesome researched pieces, too!
