Melissa Burns

Experience in journalism, communications, reporting, and copy editing

Award-winning journalist with over twenty years experience and author of two books

Business reporting, editing, regional and senior editorial roles in business media

Girls' and women's sports coverage in Iowa, music and history interests

Data journalism with expertise in investigative reporting and data analysis

Health coaching, climate activism, content strategy, photography, music topics

Brand and content marketing, storytelling, energy analysis, social media management

Leadership and strategy for streaming news editorial, managing reporters and anchors

Online and social media for Mail Newspaper Group; training young cadets

Freelance writing with experience at DAZED Magazine and journalism focus

Education reporting supporting arts integration and marketing for anniversary conference

Freelance journalist currently studying for a Master Degree in Journalism

Features correspondent focusing on human interest and lifestyle stories

Researching and writing compelling broadcast and digital content

Life and trends content, digital journalism, news reporting, and features writing

Arts reporting, blogging, photography, and arts-related content

Iowa-focused journalism, newspaper ownership, and advertising/PR expertise

Foreign correspondent with expertise in recycling textile and cultural promotions

Asia's start-up ecosystem and technology sector coverage

Professional journalist covering science, the environment, nature-related travel and other topics.

Communications professional with background in news reporting and travel focus

Emmy-winning journalist, media consultant, entrepreneur, former expat in Sydney and Hong Kong

Entertainment and live news production, senior reporting, freelance writing

Focuses on culture and lifestyle topics for a major news publication

Editor responsible for gathering dairy industry news and covering major purebred dairy events in North America.

New York-based reporter with focus on local news and community stories

AI correspondent with expertise in artificial intelligence and technology reporting

Climate and health coverage with experience at major news outlets

Iowa journalist with teaching experience, open to story ideas

Experienced food editor, recipe developer, editorial project manager, and content strategist creating food content for various media outlets and brands including New York Times Cooking, Allrecipes, Epicurious, and TODAY Food.