Seeking Feedback on Local Story Ideas I’m working on several potential journalism pieces focused on Houston and would appreciate feedback on which ideas feel the most compelling or worth pursuing. 1. Freight Trains Idling in Houston Residents across parts of Houston frequently report long freight trains blocking crossings or idling for extended periods. Angle: Why are trains allowed to idle this long in urban areas, and who is affected most? 2. Why So Many Abandoned Buildings

Ezekial Alvarado Doordashing / Maddison Freeman I used an over-the-shoulder framing and composition technique for this photo in Exercise One. This means the camera is placed just behind Ezekiel, showing part of him while also showing what he’s looking at. This technique helps the audience feel like they’re seeing the world from his point of view . Instead of just looking at him, they’re almost in his position—watching as he searches for orders while DoorDashing. It creates

Concept exercise one was about practicing real-world reporting. We had to stop random people, talk to them, and choose the most interesting person to write about. The goal was to learn how to find a good story in everyday life and turn it into a detailed profile. Interviewing is a vital instrument for journalists because it helps get real information from real people. It humanizes the story. Without interviews, stories would feel less trustworthy and less personal. When I int

This spring semester was my first foray into working alongside other journalists. A huge skill in virtually any professional environment is collaboration. The ability to coordinate and accomplish goals with your peers is a foundational tool of the workforce. It does not necessarily come easily, despite this. I was surprised at the clash of styles, ideas, and the disparate strategies we all had in mind. Working with my peers forced me to realize I had to be vigilant. This care