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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My background isn’t within journalism, it’s design/engineering – but I’d be happy to help with guidance around product and news platforms – Apple News in particular.
Pete can coach on investigative reporting and editing techniques, source development, story formats and building news products.
I can help with finding your niche, creating networks and refining pitches.
Richard can talk about creating colorful audio stories, engaging local communities, building relationships with sources and understanding journalism ethics.
I can coach on GA and investigative reporting to get high-impact results.
Lisa is a national-award winning investigative reporter.
I can coach on managing mental health in news and navigating the entertainment business
Ibrahim can coach on human rights, climate change, disinformation and hate speech, and visual storytelling.
Janie can chat about learning to code, building interactive charts, maps, and tools, and local news.

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Natalie Williams

Natalie Williams

Senior Editor for Multimedia and Engagement
Natalie can help you with everything from visuals to copy editing and figuring out the best way to diversify your skills.