Media Mentors

Ibrahim can coach on human rights, climate change, disinformation and hate speech, and visual storytelling.

I can metor on video editing and graphic design and well as Journalistic practices.

I can mentor folks looking to enter the world of graphics/data journalism. I also have experience navigating visa hassles as an international person in the newsroom.

I have a diverse background helping newsrooms solve problems with technical solutions and product thinking. I’m not sure the type of person I could help just yet but I love helping others so I would be happy to help anyone you all consider a match for my background and experience.

Sandra is a veteran news producer in a top 5 market who trains and mentors new producers at her station.

Khalil can coach individuals and team on bringing newsrooms closer to audiences, with focuses on user needs, product and AI.

Colleen can coach on switching between mediums and reporting pieces for multiple platforms, as well as making the jump from a newsroom to freelance reporting.

Ghazala can coach on standards and ethics, having difficult conversations, and professional development opportunities.

Vishakha can coach on audio and video reporting, diversifying skills, navigating newsrooms (particularly as a non-citizen), and balancing creative side projects.