Experience

Senior Investigative Journalist

The National Observer · New York, NY

Feb 2021 — Present

Lead investigative projects on healthcare policy, corporate accountability, and environmental justice, producing 25+ in-depth features averaging 4,000 words each. Broke a 6-part series on pharmaceutical pricing practices that was cited in congressional hearings and generated over 2M page views within the first month of publication. Collaborate with data visualization teams to create interactive graphics and maps that enhance reader engagement, increasing average time-on-page by 45%. Mentor a team of 3 junior reporters on source development, FOIA requests, and investigative methodology, contributing to the newsroom's expansion of its accountability desk.

Investigative Reporter

Metro Herald Tribune · Washington, DC

Aug 2017 — Jan 2021

Covered federal policy, lobbying, and government transparency for a daily newspaper with 500K+ print and digital subscribers. Produced an investigative series on housing discrimination that won the George Polk Award and prompted a Department of Justice review of lending practices in three states. Developed and maintained a network of over 60 confidential sources across government agencies, nonprofits, and private industry. Pioneered the newsroom's use of data journalism techniques, training 8 colleagues on tools including Python, R, and public records databases.

Staff Reporter

The Brooklyn Daily Press · Brooklyn, NY

Jun 2015 — Jul 2017

Reported on local government, education, and community issues, producing 3–5 articles per week under tight daily deadlines. Broke a story on school safety violations that led to $4M in emergency building repairs across 12 public schools in the borough. Conducted live interviews, press conferences, and community event coverage, developing strong relationships with local officials and advocacy organizations. Managed social media promotion of stories, growing the publication's Twitter following by 30% and increasing article shares by 50%.

Skills

Education

Master of Arts in Journalism

Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism · New York, NY

Sep 2013 — May 2015

Concentration in Investigative Journalism. Published thesis investigation on environmental contamination in low-income communities. Recipient of the Pulitzer Traveling Fellowship.

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature

University of Michigan · Ann Arbor, MI

Sep 2009 — May 2013

Minor in Political Science. Editor-in-Chief of The Michigan Daily student newspaper. Graduated magna cum laude. GPA: 3.8/4.0.