

This is the digital version of all the stories I have written since late 2022. Some of these articles also have supplementary videos of my on-air segments. Please feel free to leave any feedback or to reach out to me to request any additional explanation on my stories!
When writing any story, I always make an outline and fill it with any pre-existing information on the story. Whether it be statistics, anecdotal statements, or government reactions, I capture every word and sift through it to see if there is something that hasn't been answered yet. After this, I typically try to focus on the questions that need answers and find a source that will fulfill the angle I want to take on a story. After securing my interviews, I ask as many questions as I can and follow up if something interesting comes up. I also find the appropriate B-roll and alternate between tight and wide shots in increments to maximize my story. After this, I compiled everything I gathered into clear and digestible storytelling for the community I am reporting to. Once everything has aired, I work with the managers on-site to reflect on my performance and see where I can fine-tune my reporting for next time. The biggest thing about reporting is that I will make mistakes; what's most important is how I bounce back from it and ensure my next story is even better.
This is a story that I, alongside another intern, formatted to pitch to our managers at CNN. Our story centered around the summer-long crackdown on Airbnb and the potential fallout of local and state governments splicing through the short-term rental market during its most profitable season.