Columbia Missourian, Columbia MO
General Assignment Reporter, 01/25 – 05/25, 01/26 – 05/26
- Reported on health care and higher education, translating complex policy into accessible news coverage
- Executed the full reporting process, including story pitching, source development, interviewing, writing, fact-checking and graphic ideation
- Developed and maintained sources among university officials, medical professionals and policymakers to provide insightful coverage
- Adhered to AP Style and ethical journalism standards while meeting tight deadlines
Thomson Reuters – Brussels, Belgium
Visual Newsgathering Intern, 09/25 – 12/25
- Support the visual newsgathering team with research, story development and background preparation for daily coverage
- Film, create shot lists and edit video sequences for Reuters wire distribution; operate cameras to capture events, press conferences and feature storiesConduct interviews and gather quotes, video clips and visuals from live events under tight deadlines
- Assist the text team in drafting and refining written content while maintaining Reuters style and ethical standards
- Collaborate with journalists across regions to coordinate coverage, ensure accuracy and maintain consistency in reporting
KOMU 8 News, Columbia Mo
Production Assistant, 8/24- 5/25
- Operate teleprompters during live newscasts and promotional video shoots, ensuring seamless delivery
- Edit video footage using Adobe Premiere Pro for nightly newscasts, maintaining accuracy and timeliness
- Review video quality and context alongside anchor scripts using Inception newsroom software to ensure consistency and relevance
- Use Adobe Premiere Pro editing techniques to create visually engaging backgrounds and transitions for newscasts
- Filter video for graphic or disturbing content, ensuring inappropriate material is excluded from broadcasts