Experienced journalist with 15+ years covering arts, entertainment, culture, lifestyle, and community impact across digital and print platforms. Skilled in feature writing, SEO-driven storytelling, and deadline execution.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Arts & Culture Reporter
Lehigh Valley Public Media
Bethlehem
01.2023 - 01.2026
Cover arts, music, theater, food, and cultural events in the Lehigh Valley.
Produce daily digital reports, weekly newsletters, and in-depth features.
Elevate diverse community voices.
Develop multimedia storytelling for digital audiences.
Orchestrated community-driven 'Meet the Reporter' events for PBS39, fostering transparency and strengthening public trust in local journalism.
Moderated live, public-facing discussions and panel series, directly connecting viewers with editorial teams to discuss regional news and community issues.
Produced audio and visual content for broadcast television or online platforms.
Features Reporter
USA Today Network
01.2018 - 01.2023
Covered arts, culture, lifestyle, and human-interest stories.
Produced engaging narratives rooted in regional trends.
Digital Entertainment Reporter
New York Daily News
01.2015 - 01.2016
Wrote entertainment and pop culture content for digital audiences.
Leveraged SEO strategies to increase readership.
Digital Entertainment Reporter
South Florida Sun-Sentinel
01.2012 - 01.2015
Reported on entertainment, events, and lifestyle topics.
Spearheaded on-site coverage of Art Basel and the NBA Finals, delivering breaking news, artist interviews, and comprehensive gallery reviews to a global audience.
Freelance Writer
Us Weekly
01.2010 - 01.2012
Produced celebrity and entertainment feature content.
Reporter
Miami Herald
01.2005 - 01.2011
Covered features and community stories in a fast-paced newsroom.
Directed a team of writers and photographers to produce engaging daily entertainment and celebrity features.
Attended press conferences to gather information and report on key developments.
Developed story ideas based on current events, trends, or tips from viewers or readers.
Collaborated with editors to ensure timely publication of news articles.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College
Skills
Feature & Arts/Culture Reporting
Entertainment & Lifestyle Journalism
SEO Optimization & Digital Publishing
Source Development & Interviewing
Breaking News Coverage
Social Media Engagement
Editorial Collaboration
community engagement
digital storytelling
Event coverage
Supporting public relations
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
Member, National Association of Hispanic Journalists