I’m a “Swiss Army knife” journalist with experience in combining written, visual, and auditory mediums to tell stories. 

I’m based in the Inland Empire in Southern California—my hometown and the place where I first discovered my passion for reporting on current events, particularly through a Latino-focused lens.

My formative years learning the trade culminated in the creation of a three-part investigative podcast series on the effects of the fentanyl crisis throughout Riverside County. This project featured in-depth interviews with people in a sobriety home recovering from fentanyl use, the Riverside County District Attorney, a congresswomen, activists and health specialists. Blending months of research with immersive storytelling, it earned a first-place statewide award for Podcast Series at the Journalism Association of Community Colleges (JACC). 

Since then, I’ve reported print and digital stories for the Los Angeles Times, KQED, El Tecolote, Milesplit CA and SF State’s student publication. My work has covered everything from community-driven initiatives to cultural identity, but I am most proud of my articles that amplified the Salvadoran American identity—my own heritage—to the forefront of these publications.

I graduated from San Francisco State University, where I majored in bilingual Spanish journalism. I am also a California College Media Association first place award recipient for Best News Photograph, and JACC first place statewide award recipient for news videography, and sports photography. 

When I’m not researching for an article, I am driving around Southern California’s mountains or falling down random internet rabbit holes. 

Let’s connect! I’d love to bring my storytelling expertise to your team. Explore my portfolio and feel free to reach out for collaborations or opportunities.