HYPERLOCAL NEWS HUB BY THE UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS DEPARTMENT OF JOURNALISM
Ally Fannin
Ally Fannin is a senior broadcast major at the University of Memphis. She has written freelance for the Daily Helmsman and is currently with MicroMemphis. Loving the outdoors, she plans on pursuing a job for the National Geographic or a traveling reporter upon graduation. you can follow her on Twitter @anfannin.
Chris Freitas
Chris Freitas is a senior broadcast journalism student at the University of Memphis, and already has majored in Communications. In addition to an internship at WHBQ-TV Fox 13, he works at two Memphis radio stations as webmaster & sports producer at WUMR U92 FM and as a part-time assistant producer at WMFS “ESPN Radio” 92.9 FM. Freitas hopes to either work as a radio journalist or announcer for NPR or as a video game journalist. You can follow him on Twitter (@chrisfreitas23). His online portfolio can be found at http://chrisfreitas.wordpress.com .
Katie Hannings
_I am a senior broadcast journalism major at the University of Memphis. As a Memphis native, I love exploring the ins and outs of the city. Currently, I am interning at WMC-TV5, doing live reporting and editing as well as some work with the Your Neighborhood section on WMC-TV's website. I enjoy reading, social media and cooking. Upon my graduation in May, I hope to secure a reporting position at a major news affiliate, and one day I would like to travel the world.
You can follow me on Twitter @K_Hannings
Also, check out my online portfolio.
E-mail any story ideas to khnnings@gmail.com
You can follow me on Twitter @K_Hannings
Also, check out my online portfolio.
E-mail any story ideas to khnnings@gmail.com
Tracey Harlow
My name is Tracey Harlow, and I am a senior at The University of Memphis. I will be graduating in May with my degree in journalism with a concentration in newspaper and magazine. Then, I will be getting married in June. I have worked at The Daily Helmsman, as well as, Delivered Magazine. After graduation, I hope to find a job in writing.
You can follow me on twitter @harlow_tracey
Miriam Hegner
I’m a journalism student from the University of Mainz, Germany. I’m here for one semester as an exchange student – and very excited to be so! I like traveling, reading, languages and learning something new every day. I’ve done internships at and/or worked for different local newspapers and radio stations, and the online sector of a major German broadcasting company.
Follow me on twitter @MiriamHegner.
Tommy Hogan
My name is Tommy Hogan and I am a senior journalism major with a concentration in newspaper-magazine. I also have been working full-time for the Target Corporation since 2002 and have been a team leader since 2005. I'm a huge Miami Dolphins and Florida State Seminoles fan ... so I would not mind covering sports in the state of Florida one day.
Jasmine Hunter
I’m Jasmine Hunter, a senior journalism major with a concentration in newspaper/magazine. This semester I am working as the news editor for The Daily Helmsman, and I am also a market research intern at Southern Growth Studio. I will be graduating in May, and I am looking forward to working in the journalism field. Some of my hobbies include photography and writing fiction as well as poetry.
Follow me on Twitter @Jasmine_Hunter.
You can also check out my online portfolio to see more of my work here.
Idil Issak
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I am a journalism senior, who is looking forward to seeing Memphis in my rear view as I go to explore the world. Currently I work in social media marketing as a consultant. I am excited about utilizing all the new technology out there, to better use it to facilitate news, locally and globally. When I look back in 20 years, I want to know I helped contribute to improving the economic and social global environment for women and children. contact me on Twitter @idilissak find me on Linkedin: idil issak |
Leslie Jennings
Leslie Jennings is a senior Broadcast Journalism student at the University of Memphis. She hopes to become a news reporter in a small broadcasting market and later moving to a larger market. Leslie is currently interning at WREG News Channel 3. Her object is to gain the knowledge and experience that will prepare her for the job that she wants and needs. For information on Leslie, email ljnnngs1@memphis.edu or follow her on Twitter @Journalist_DeDe.
Bri Jones
Bri is a "soon-to-be graduate" of the University of Memphis Journalism department in May 2012. She challenges herself to pursue many areas of journalism and therefore, is a self-proclaimed "multimedia journalist". As a broadcast journalism major, Bri has produced her own news show, reported for Insight News at the University of Memphis, filmed and edited her own videos. As an intern at Fox 13 Memphis, she has worked in audio, camera, producing, assignment desk, and reporting. She aspires to become a news anchor for a national news station or host her own talk show in the future. Bri knows that the key to success is knowledge and chooses to learn all she can to expand her horizons.
Follow Bri on Twitter as she tweets about her internship and other senior experiences @BriJonz
or view her work on her personal website/blog.
Brett Martin
Brett Martin is a newly experienced multimedia journalist, who is using each stepping stone to reach his ultimate goal as a primetime reporter. He has gained skills as a video journalist, editing skills with Final Cut Pro and writing skills with News King. Also, he earned valuable experience as an anchor, producer, and reporter. Brett has spent over a year with WREG News Channel 3. Also, he is one of the voices of the WUMR U92 Sports Desk Morning Show and Game Day Broadcaster for the University of Memphis. He will take on the next stage of his career following his graduation in May of 2012.
Follow Brett on Twitter @bsmartin21
Join him on Google+
And, find him on Facebook
Email any questions to bsmartin@live.com
Tiffany Neely
I'm Tiffany Neely, a Journalism major with a minor in political science at the University of Memphis, graduating May 2012. I’m a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and the Society of Professional Journalists.
I work part-time at a non-profit animal rescue organization, Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County, where I make live media appearances every Friday during the noon hour on WMC-TV, Action News 5.
I'm also an intern at Action News 5, and you can see my journey here.
Contact me at tiffanyreporting@yahoo.com.
Follow me on twitter- @tiffanyreports
I work part-time at a non-profit animal rescue organization, Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County, where I make live media appearances every Friday during the noon hour on WMC-TV, Action News 5.
I'm also an intern at Action News 5, and you can see my journey here.
Contact me at tiffanyreporting@yahoo.com.
Follow me on twitter- @tiffanyreports
Felicia Pisarz
Hi, I’m Felicia Pisarz, a senior Journalism major at the University of Memphis. Baseball is a major part of my life. My father and I would watch almost every Yankees game we could and attend games at Yankee Stadium at least once a week.
My ultimate goal when I graduate is to be able to incorporate my love of baseball into my career. I have done work with the Staten Island Yankees, Memphis Red Birds and www.MLB.com. I would like to write about baseball or do play-by-play on the radio for baseball. Follow me on Twitter @fpisarz or email me: Fpisarz@gmail.com.
My ultimate goal when I graduate is to be able to incorporate my love of baseball into my career. I have done work with the Staten Island Yankees, Memphis Red Birds and www.MLB.com. I would like to write about baseball or do play-by-play on the radio for baseball. Follow me on Twitter @fpisarz or email me: Fpisarz@gmail.com.
Raven Phillips
Raven Phillips is currently a senior at the University of Memphis, and also an intern at WREG News Channel 3, who
is striving to become a phenomenal broadcast news journalist. While
learning new things everyday, Raven hopes that the skills such as
editing and being a video journalist, training, and knowledge about the
Journalism field she has acquired, will help her reach her goals. Her
goal is to become an anchor (News or Entertainment). Raven is currently a
radio personality for AM 1480 WBBP on the weekend, and a reporter,
anchor, and producer for Insight News. She will
graduate May 2012.
Follow me on Twitter: @RavenNPhillips
Email Me: RavenNPhillips@gmail.com
Follow me on Twitter: @RavenNPhillips
Email Me: RavenNPhillips@gmail.com
Manon Priebe
I am a journalism major from the University of Mainz, Germany. Holding a bachelor-degree in Modern China Studies, I spent several months in China and Taiwan for study, work and internship experiences. Now I am an international exchange student in Memphis. I love to explore the world – and write about it.
Follow me on Twitter: @manonpriebe
Find me on Facebook: Manon Priebe
Also, check out my online portfolio
Raph Small
Raph Small is currently a senior at the University of Memphis, majoring in Broadcast News. He will be receiving a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spring 2012. Raph's passion for community involvement, and writing was the perfect match when he decided to take on journalism. Raph will be interning this spring with WREG news channel 3. His plans after graduation are to become a news reporter, and free lance writer in hopes of becoming a news anchor and producer.
Latresia Sutton
I am a senior at the University of Memphis majoring in Broadcast/Journalism. I am a part-time student, full-time mom, and I also work full-time. I have some journalism experience in writing, editing, producing, anchoring, and many other skills.
I also have social media skills and I love to learn new things everyday. I work at a public broadcasting station and I work on an administration team at my church. I am a people person and I love to help people when I can.
Please visit my website www.latresianews.weebly.com
or Follow Me on Twitter @TresiDenise or you can email at latresiadsutton@yahoo.com
I also have social media skills and I love to learn new things everyday. I work at a public broadcasting station and I work on an administration team at my church. I am a people person and I love to help people when I can.
Please visit my website www.latresianews.weebly.com
or Follow Me on Twitter @TresiDenise or you can email at latresiadsutton@yahoo.com
Ashley Todd
My name is Ashley Todd, and I am student at the University of Memphis majoring in Journalism. I can report, anchor, produce and edit. Currently, I am an intern for WREG Channel 3. My goal is to become an Assignment Editor, but I would like to be a Broadcasting teacher in the future.
You can visit my website @ashleytodd.weebly.com
Reneka Toler
I am currently a senior at the University of Memphis, majoring in Broadcast/Journalism. I have background experience in reporting, producing, and anchoring. My future career lies as a radio personality or news anchor. I am people-oriented, well-rounded, and has a sense of humor. I enjoy shopping,traveling, trying new foods and meeting new people. For more about me, visit my website, blogger, or simply follow me on twitter.
Jasmine Vann
Jasmine Vann is a senior, broadcast journalism major, at the University of Memphis. The NABJ member worked as an anchor, producer, and reporter for Insight News and currently interns for Fox 13 News. She also hosts and produces "The Conversation" a show highlighting people & events in the Mid-South. Vann's work has been featured in The Commercial Appeal and she has also assisted at NBC affiliate WMC-TV (Action News 5). In addition to her accomplishments in broadcast she spent time as a news and sports reporter for the independent U of M student newspaper The Daily Helmsman and is a content editor for the news aggregation site Mid-South Briefs. Upon her May 2012 graduation, she has plans to pursue a career in sports broadcasting. For more about Jasmine, visit her website and check her out on twitter.
Danielle J. Wilburn
Hello I’m Danielle. I am a former reporter for the University of Memphis' student newspaper The Daily Helmsman. Currently I am a radio dj at WUMR U92 FM, content editor for Mid-South Briefs and the "on the street" reporter for the U of M chapter of NABJ's The Conversation. I’m studying broadcast journalism/ minor in Spanish and yes I am a “news junkie.” If you see news happening tweet me @Daniellej_08 or you can email me at djwilburn08@gmail.com