Kelly Washington

Freelance reporter, copyeditor, news editor, and managing editor with community and industry awards for newspaper and reporting.

Entertainment news and media content in the Chicago area

Reporting and contributions related to Chicago Defender content

Managing Editor with extensive experience in editorial roles including reporter and editor positions, skilled in content development and management.

Answers through written word, freelance writing, over a decade experience

News and stories coverage in the Greater Chicago Area

Sports reporting and on-air hosting focused on Chicago area sports content

Contributing reporter covering music and entertainment for Chicago Defender and various publications.

Award-winning journalist with expertise in creative storytelling and communications

Chelsea Gates is a Co-Host and Update Reporter at 120 Sports, a pioneering sports network partnership. She delivers timely updates and engaging content to sports audiences. Based in the Greater Chicago Area.

General Assignment Reporter with experience at Chicago Sun-Times. Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia.

Editor in Chief at Pleroma Media Inc managing a team of writers and editors. Experienced in story assignment and editing for magazine content. Based in the Greater Chicago Area.

Race and gender issues, features writing, biography, freelance writing

Experienced journalist and media professional with a background in news reporting and media content creation.

Contributor with reporting experience at The State News and The Big Green, skilled in journalism and PR.

Digital Managing Editor at a specialized industry magazine, overseeing content and editorial direction.

Storyteller, reporter, writer, and editor with expertise in content strategy and digital media. Experienced contributor to AAA Digital, AAA World magazine, and AAA Explorer magazine. Skilled in crafting engaging content and strategic communication.

Traditional and digital media storytelling with 20+ years experience

Reports on news and events in the Greater Chicago Area

News and feature stories on deadline, incisive and informative content

Writing and copy editing with past reporting experience

Experienced writer and editor skilled in digital content, breaking news, SEO, and social media strategy.

News packages and multimedia reporting in Chicago and Iowa City areas

Breaking news reporter focused on urgent and current events coverage

Broadcast journalism and communications professional with Emmy award recognition

Experienced reporter and columnist with over 11 years at Chicago Defender Publishing Co. Skilled in producing compelling news content and storytelling. Consulting producer with a strong background in journalism.

Health, race, poverty, and income investigative and consumer watchdog topics

Content editing and journalism at Chicago Tribune Media Group

Editing and managing content for Chicago Defender audience

Sports and athletics content related to University of Illinois Chicago