Entertainment Journalist. Aspiring Educator. Based in NYC area.

I knew I wanted to be a journalist when I was 16. It started in my high school journalism classroom, where I spent my days running through the halls interviewing students and staff, highlighting the school’s accomplishments, addressing its concerns, and feeling like I was part of something bigger than myself.

That fire stayed with me. I went on to study journalism in college, contributing to my campus newspaper and writing about the issues shaping student life in Washington, D.C. Eager to break into magazine journalism, I dove headfirst into the industry as a freshman, interning at an online fashion publication and taking on whatever work I could, often behind the scenes (and with little pay), to build experience, make connections, and get my foot in the editorial door.

That first internship led to opportunities at outlets like Billboard and Forbes, where I discovered a passion for lifestyle storytelling. After graduating, I went on to write about interior design and coordinate market photo shoots at House Beautiful, author gift guides and hundreds of wedding fashion articles at The Knot, and explore TV writing and reporting as a Primetime Editor at SOAPS.com.

A few years ago, I took a leap of faith and became a full-time freelance journalist. Since 2019, my work for Forbes alone has generated nearly 100 million views. The platform allows me to cover stories I am passionate about, including interviews with Netflix’s biggest stars, deep dives into Taylor Swift’s success, detailed explainers on movies and pop culture, and a growing niche focused on true crime titles across major streaming platforms.

And while journalism has, and will always, be important to me, there is something else that matters just as much: education. Over time, I began to realize that the skills I rely on most as a journalist, from strong writing and curiosity to critical thinking and digital literacy, were first shaped in my English and social studies classrooms by teachers I deeply admired.

Now, I want to inspire students to find their unique voices.
To develop their love for reading and writing, or even journalism.
To help them feel confident expressing themselves authentically, both inside and outside the classroom.

While I remain dedicated to my career in entertainment journalism, I am pursuing a Master’s in Education with a concentration in Secondary English, with future plans to teach while continuing my work as a part-time freelance writer.

And to my PR friends: please feel free to keep sending pitches and media opportunities. I may be a bit slower to respond in 2026 due to coursework, but I am still very much here and will continue writing in any capacity I can. Thank you!

Best,
Monica