SaMya Overall
Verified
(She/Her)
As seen in:
Outlier Media,
Detroit Free Press,
Flipboard,
WXYZ-TV (Southfield, MI),
Modern Farmer,
Chalkbeat,
Ms. Magazine,
Popular Resistance,
Traverse City Record-Eagle,
Bridge Michigan,
The State News
and
Covers:
arts, culture, mental health, transportation, community concerns, connection gaps in Detroit, music, fashion, entertainment
Doesn't Cover:
housing, science, local government, state government, auto
(she/her) women’s basketball lover | I make journalism fun and accessible for @media_outlier
SaMya Overall’s Biography
I'm SaMya Overall, an editor, writer, and social media manager. With extensive experience in social media management and a knack for crafting compelling narratives, I amplify diverse voices for meaningful conversations. As a meticulous copy editor, I adhere to the highest style standards to ensure every word resonates.
I also love books — and how they create meaningful impact and connections for underrepresented readers like me, a Black woman who fell in love with reading but only saw strictly white heroines. I value community journalism and creative expression, driven by my unwavering commitment to providing important information to the public, specifically in my hometown, Detroit.