Mission-driven Storytelling

Overview:
As a Civic Engagement Storyteller at Slice of Culture, a digital publication dedicated to sharing underrepresented community stories, I researched local issues, identified impactful story opportunities, and pitched them to editors. My goal was to highlight timely, relevant topics that resonated with the community and sparked meaningful conversations.

I worked closely with community sources to report on issues such as local elections, food insecurity, and mental health crises, ensuring each article provided in-depth insight and raised awareness about critical issues.

Key Achievements:

• Researched and pitched story ideas focused on underrepresented topics that aligned with the publication’s mission.

• Conducted interviews and engaged with community members to report on issues such as local elections, food insecurity, and mental health crises.

• Produced long-form feature articles that included original photos (3-4 images) and diverse quotes (up to 5 sources).

• Managed deadlines and content production schedules, ensuring timely publication in line with editorial calendars.

Skills Utilized:
Journalism, Story Research, Interviewing, Photography, Community Engagement, Deadline Management, Feature Writing

Tools & Platforms:
WordPress, Google Docs, Adobe Photoshop