Megann Horstead

My name is Megann Horstead, and I am a news media professional specializing in print and online news media. I am all about community journalism that gives voice and power to the people. I am into deep dives into history and helping readers make sense of the inner workings of local government. My byline has been featured in the news for Naperville Community Television, Daily Herald, Shaw Local News Network publications, Chicago Tribune suburban publications, Nelson Multimedia stations, and more. Highlights from my resume include:

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• Coordinates and conducts interviews via email, phone, and in-person

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• Exhibits clear ability to write across media

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• Daily management of social media accounts

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• Demonstrates solid skills in photojournalism

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• Possesses sound working knowledge of AP Style

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• 2,000-plus articles produced for print, online, and broadcast news media

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• Maintains proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Pro and Microsoft Office suites

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