Journalist

Elvia Verdugo

Based in:

Tucson, Arizona, United States

English

I'm an award-winning journalist on the features beat for Southern Arizona’s largest newspaper. I cover everything from unique local businesses to grassroots organizations working to create change in their communities. I graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism and history from the University of Arizona in 2021.

Expertise

Mediums
Social Media
Newsletter
Newspaper
Digital First Outlet
Topics
Mental Health
Racial Justice
Youth Mental Health

Offers

Discussing story ideas
Providing mentorship to help others develop their practice
Connecting people with others in my region
Advice on creating culture change in a newsroom

Asks

Brainstorming story ideas
Finding a mentor to help me develop my practice
Networking with people in my region
Learning how to pitch as a freelancer
Exploring culture change in a newsroom

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