About this Episode
Cat Sandoval is a Culture Reporter at Newsy based in Chicago. She primarily focuses on race, diversity, and inclusion stories.
We discussed Landmark's Team Management and Leadership Program and topics on diversity and inclusion.
"Stop hiding. We need you to represent us."
I keep these words with me at all times. I am a reporter, video journalist, and entrepreneur. I began my career behind the camera, in charge of production logistics. This time, I'm on camera -- hiding no longer.
In this ever-changing video industry, from politics to entertainment, whether it’s shooting on a 4K camera or a DSLR, storytelling is important. My goal is to diversify the newsroom through the stories and people we interview.
I've worked with large and boutique production companies for 15 years, including 11 years in journalism. Some of my clients include Daily News, Mashable, NBC, EBRU TV, ABS CBN News, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and Snippies. Because I've freelanced for so long, I understand what it means to be entrepreneurial, to be hungry for adventure, and to always be curious.
Specialties: On-air talent, shooter (Canon C100, 70D, 5D, Panasonic HMC 150 & SONY EX1), editor (fcpX, fcp7, premiere), logistics queen, producer, production consultant, and karaoke singing master.
I pitch story ideas, produce, report, and at times edit videos for the culture team.
My primary focus is on race, diversity, and inclusion stories.