Long & Short-form

Shaping Narrative at Scale

Across staff and freelance roles, my work has focused on shaping complex stories into clear, emotionally resonant narratives—whether for breaking news, long-form investigations, or culturally significant moments. Much of this work was done at CNN, where speed, accuracy, and editorial integrity were non-negotiable, and where storytelling needed to land across platforms and audiences at scale.

More recently, I’ve continued this approach as a freelance editor and producer, including work supporting projects tied to America’s 250th anniversary, where historical context, national identity, and long-range narrative cohesion are central to the storytelling.

What I Did

• Led end-to-end editorial storytelling, from story development through final delivery

• Partnered closely with correspondents, producers, and production teams

• Shaped narrative through shot selection, pacing, sound design, and structure

• Edited both long-form and short-form content for broadcast and digital platforms

• Applied consistent editorial rigor across investigative, breaking, and feature formats

• Adapted storytelling for diverse audiences while maintaining clarity and emotional impact

The Challenge

• Translating complex reporting into stories that were accurate, accessible, and compelling

• Working under tight deadlines and high editorial scrutiny

• Balancing emotional resonance with journalistic responsibility

• Ensuring narrative cohesion across multiple formats and platforms

The Work

• Award-winning investigative coverage, including Drew Griffin’s Crisis at the VA

• High-visibility broadcast moments such as the CNN’s 2016 Election Night in America Open

• Exclusive international coverage, including the Bataclan Paris terror attacks

• Lighter editorial formats like All the Best, All the Worst year-end reviews

• Freelance contributions to America’s 250th anniversary projects, focused on historical storytelling and national narrative framing

Why It Matters

This body of work reflects my approach to editing and producing: thoughtful, precise, and grounded in story. Whether covering urgent news or long-range historical moments, my goal is always the same—to create work that informs clearly, connects emotionally, and holds up over time.