Writing and reporting

Ever since I can remember, I have always loved to write. From school essays to silly stories in my notebook, newspaper articles, and so much more, writing has always been something I enjoyed doing. When I was younger, I would often write just for fun, and over time it became something that I realized I really cared about. Because of that, coming into high school I knew right away that I had to sign up for the newspaper class. Since then, I have grown a lot as a writer. Through journalism, I’ve learned how to write in different styles, interview people, and turn real experiences into stories that others want to read. Over the years I’ve improved not only in how I write, but also in how I think about the topics I’m covering. Writing has helped me become more confident in sharing ideas and asking questions, which are both really important parts of journalism. I’ve also learned that writing is a big part of the creative process and the art of telling a story. Whether it’s a news article, a feature story, or even a sports recap, the goal is always to tell the story in a way that informs and interests the reader. Being able to tell a story is one of the most important skills in all forms of journalism, and no matter what type of media you’re working with, it almost always comes back to strong writing.