Francisco Vara-Orta

Emmy-nominated investigative reporter driven by a passion for stories that make a difference and hold people accountable.

Science and environmental topics, content management, community coordination

Science beat, news, interviews, and feature stories

Local news and community issues in San Antonio, Texas

Photojournalist producing graphic and multimedia content for social media and television.

City hall and local government news in San José and surrounding areas

Texas correspondent covering regional news and events

Investigative reporting focused on truth and accountability in San Antonio.

Political and general news reporting and editing experience

Dynamic broadcast journalist with an extensive background in public speaking, journalism, marketing, multimedia production and events.

Experienced anchor, reporter, and producer engaging local community through new technology and social media.

Science editor specializing in Texas weather coverage for a major newspaper group.

Freelance writer; operates online magazine; contributions to El Paso Inc., Borderzine, Youth Radio

Texas weather science and pop culture content, Austin-based

Investigative journalism with focus on Mexican and international issues

Weekend editor focused on US news and regional reporting

Emmy-award winning reporter focused on storytelling and leadership

Bilingual reporting with focus on Hispanic journalism and news in Spanish

Faculty at Poynter; experience with NBC News, NPR, Reveal

Editorial leadership at The Atlantic with background in reporting and press law

Entertainment journalist with eight years of experience and bylines at major publications including Esquire, Vulture, and The Hollywood Reporter.

Bilingual reporting experience

Neighborhood news in North Central San Antonio area, local community news

Senior writer, national correspondent, state capitol bureau reporter, and assistant city editor.

Bilingual audio journalist based in Madrid, Spain

Experience as newspaper reporter and higher education communications specialist

Public affairs writing and reporting on local issues in California

Arts and entertainment news and briefing content

Correspondent covering news in New Jersey for a Mexican edition outlet

Local news and stories in McAllen and Houston areas