Journalist Profile

Your byline bio is read by sources, editors, and readers. Make it establish credibility in two sentences.

Lead with your beat and publication — editors and sources decide whether to trust you in the first line. Save personal details for the end.

JOURNALIST PROFILE

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Main copy

Write in third person — it's the professional standard for bylines and media kits. Lead with your beat, not your background. Editors care about what you cover now.

Additional details

Include contact info — sources need to reach you. If you have an award or notable investigation, mention it here.

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[Full Name] covers [beat, e.g. artificial intelligence and labor markets] for [Primary Publication]. [Their/His/Her] reporting has appeared in [2-3 other publications].

Before joining [Publication], [they] spent [X years] at [Previous outlet] covering [previous beat]. [They] hold a [degree] from [University].

[Notable achievement, e.g. award, investigation, book].

For story tips or speaking inquiries: [email]
On X: @[handle]

Tips to strengthen your text

4/4

✓Opens with name, beat, and publication

✓Mentions other publications or bylines

✓Includes a credential or award

✓Has contact information

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