Media Mentors

The mentors below have volunteered to offer free, half-hour one-on-one sessions for advice, guidance or general questions about navigating the media industry. Be sure to read our FAQs about the program ahead of booking a call.

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Aaron can provide insight into the intersection of journalism and software engineering.
Senior Director of Journalism Strategies
Scripps Howard Fund
Mike can mentor on a variety of topics related to digital, print and broadcast journalism.
Branislava is an experienced mentor specializing in video production, editing, ethical implementation of AI in newsrooms, and audience engagement. She guides professionals in utilizing cutting-edge technologies to create media content, foster meaningful connections with audiences, and enhance storytelling through innovation.
I can coach on marketing to diverse audiences, crisis management and managing international teams.
Izz can coach on figuring out your role as you go, combining audience and traditional reporting techniques to serve your audience and how being part of underrepresented groups in journalism can bring strength and joy to your newsroom.
Jeremy can coach emerging reporters on managing early-career workloads, building expertise on a beat and sharpening investigative skills.
Cable News producing/writing/reporting;branded content; Entertainment Journalism’ managing large teams
Gracie can coach on finding your first job, actually enjoying networking, working on a small team, and advocating for the value of engaged journalism.
Natalie can coach on audience engagement, having difficult conversations, managing burnout, data analysis and digital strategy

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David, an expert in freedom of information, can provide strategies and tips for overcoming denials, coming up with record-based story ideas and elevating your reporting through public records.