A web story on the arrest of a Richmond man wanted in connection with a February 2026 homicide in Henrico County.
- Purpose
- Tell viewers quickly and accurately that a suspect in an open homicide case is in custody.
- Target audience
- Central Virginia viewers and readers following local crime news.
- My role
- Reporter and writer. Gathered the facts from official sources and wrote the story for the station’s website.
- Software and equipment
- Newsroom content management system, official law-enforcement releases. Proficient in Adobe workspaces and EDIUS.
- Skills demonstrated
- Breaking crime copy leaves no room for error. This story shows I can verify details, attribute them clearly, and write plainly on deadline. Researched each topic and found and verified credible sources.
A profile of a Liberty swimmer and Army ROTC cadet who serves as a student-athlete advocate for the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which supports veterans, military members and first responders.
- Purpose
- Introduce readers to a student-athlete using his platform to honor first responders and keep the memory of 9/11 alive for a generation too young to remember it.
- Target audience
- Liberty students, alumni and supporters, and readers interested in military and first-responder causes.
- My role
- Author, as credited by Liberty University’s Office of Communications and Public Engagement.
- Software and equipment
- Liberty University news website content management system, interview and background research. Proficient in Adobe workspaces and EDIUS.
- Skills demonstrated
- Profile writing takes an interview, the right questions and a clear angle. This story shows I can find the human story behind a cause. Researched each topic and found and verified credible sources.
A report on a Richmond jury’s conviction in a sexual assault case dating back to 1992.
- Purpose
- Explain a long-awaited court outcome with the sensitivity and precision a cold case demands.
- Target audience
- Local news audiences and anyone following Richmond’s court system.
- My role
- Reporter and writer. Covered the verdict and wrote the web story.
- Software and equipment
- Newsroom content management system, court and prosecutor information. Proficient in Adobe workspaces and EDIUS.
- Skills demonstrated
- Sensitive court coverage taught me to keep the tone measured, put the facts first, and treat everyone in the story with care. Researched each topic and found and verified credible sources.
A look at more than 100 thoroughbreds arriving at Colonial Downs ahead of an 11-week live racing season that ends with a Labor Day card.
- Purpose
- Preview the racing season and give fans the dates and details they need.
- Target audience
- Virginia sports fans and horse racing followers.
- My role
- Reporter and writer.
- Software and equipment
- Newsroom content management system, track and event information. Proficient in Adobe workspaces and EDIUS.
- Skills demonstrated
- Sports coverage lets me add energy and detail while keeping the facts organized for a quick read. Researched each topic and found and verified credible sources.
An episode of the station’s sports conversation series featuring the University of Richmond’s new women’s basketball head coach.
- Purpose
- Go beyond scores to explore leadership, culture, and coaching.
- Target audience
- College basketball fans and the Richmond sports community.
- My role
- Credited author of the episode’s web story.
- Software and equipment
- Newsroom content management system, station video and audio. Proficient in Adobe workspaces and EDIUS.
- Skills demonstrated
- Conversation-driven sports content is where my interest in podcasting and broadcast sports journalism meet. Researched each topic and found and verified credible sources.
A preview of 804 Day, Richmond’s celebration of local music, arts and community, which expands onto a second city block in 2026 with another stage, more vendors and live art demonstrations.
- Purpose
- Tell readers what is new, where to go and when, so they can plan to attend.
- Target audience
- Richmond-area residents, music and arts fans, and families looking for local events.
- My role
- Reporter and writer.
- Software and equipment
- Newsroom content management system, event organizer and city information. Proficient in Adobe workspaces and EDIUS.
- Skills demonstrated
- Event coverage means turning organizer details into a clear, useful guide for readers. Researched each topic and found and verified credible sources.
A competition recap on Liberty’s figure skating team finishing third at the Southeast Sectional in Cleveland.
- Purpose
- Report results and highlight athletes’ achievements for fans who could not attend.
- Target audience
- Liberty club sports fans, families and alumni.
- My role
- Student writer.
- Software and equipment
- Liberty Club Sports website content management system, team results and interviews. Proficient in Adobe workspaces and EDIUS.
- Skills demonstrated
- Regular game and meet recaps built the speed and accuracy a broadcast newsroom expects. Researched each topic and found and verified credible sources.
