Experienced political photo and video journalist covering national news from Capitol Hill and the White House. Strong communicator dedicated to breaking news and storytelling.

Megan Kristin Smith

Experienced political photo and video journalist covering national news from Capitol Hill and the White House. Strong communicator dedicated to breaking news and storytelling.

Available to hire

Experienced political photo and video journalist covering national news from Capitol Hill and the White House. Strong communicator dedicated to breaking news and storytelling.

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Video Producer at USA TODAY
March 20, 2022 - May 20, 2025
Produce, shoot, and edit short and long-form video for online; cover daily news and features for both still and video; write script explainers for topics ranging from student debt to gun reform.
Photographer & Videographer at Newsy
July 1, 2017 - February 28, 2022
Covered national news, including the 2020 presidential election cycle and the indictment of President Donald Trump; reported overseas from Ukraine and Poland on topics ranging from cybersecurity to the rise of antisemitism; produced daily news, in-depth features, and live streaming for TV.
Photographer & Videographer at Omaha World-Herald
August 1, 2015 - May 31, 2017
Photographed and filmed breaking news, as well as in-depth coverage of issues important to Omaha; shot multiple stories a week while meeting tight deadlines.
Photographer & Videographer at The Jackson Sun
March 1, 2013 - July 31, 2015
Photographed and covered community and breaking news events; helped produce investigative pieces across desks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Photojournalism at University of Alabama
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

Drone Certified
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Premiere Pro
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Final Cut Pro X
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Adobe Photoshop
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other