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Trabajo hecho con ganas/Work done with enthusiasm

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Anchoring for Daybreak

Reporting at Arkansas State Capital

Reporting at the state capital

Anchoring for Daybreak

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2024-2025

Multiskilled Journalist

Phoenix, Arizona

Arizonans face several issues that impact them and the nation as a whole. In this role I helped call attention to resources that help Arizonans beat the deadly heat. Other issues impacting the state include the traffic of fentanyl and how families have lost loved ones from the drug. In addition, residents of Arizona opened up to share their stories of triumph and kindness.

2022 - 2024

Reporter/Fill-In Anchor

Little Rock, Arkansas

Residents of the Natural State have voiced their concerns on a number of topics impacting their communities.

These issues have included lack of warranty of habitability laws in the state causing tenants to live in apartments with mold, roach infestations, lack of air conditioning and at times without running water.

Other stories covered have included legislation impacting public education, affirmative action and child labor laws.

2022 - 2019

Multimedia Journalist/Fill-In Weekend Anchor

Lubbock, Texas

At a time when the world faced the 'new norm' of COVID-19, the Great Plains community relied even more on news coverage. I was able to cover government mandates and medical advisory during the pandemic, as well as highlight new city developments and contributions from community members.

2019- 2019

Associate News Producer

Irving, Texas

In this role I actively helped put together news shows for Dallas, Houston and Miami markets. I also narrated stories that aired in those markets.

Professional Involvement

Workshop on Social Media Storytelling

Workshop on Social Media in DFW

Planning meeting at the Dallas Morning News

Workshop on Social Media Storytelling

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Education and discussions about our industry is crucial as journalism continues to evolve. Journalism organizations have allowed me to gain new tools, as well as, help my peers and aspiring journalists along the way.

Society of Professional Journalists - Arkansas Pro Chapter (2022-2024)
President (2023-2024)
NAHJ Dallas Ft. Worth (2013-present)
- Vice President (2018-2020)
- Social Media Manager (2016-2018)

Community Engagement

I've always said that journalism is my passion and community is my love. Throughout these past few years, I've been able to visit classrooms and help organizations carry out events related to education, health and business growth.