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I'm a collaborative leader and meticulous editor with a background in investigations, courts, public safety, criminal justice, and journalism. I excel at turning complex information into clear, compelling stories and building strong teams who deliver high-quality results. I'm eager to contribute my investigative and editorial strengths to drive impactful communications, guided by accuracy, attention to grammar, and reader engagement. I thrive on data-driven storytelling, mentoring reporters, and crafting coverage that informs and protects the public.…I'm a collaborative leader and meticulous editor with a background in investigations, courts, public safety, criminal justice, and journalism. I excel at turning complex information into clear, compelling stories and building strong teams who deliver high-quality results. I'm eager to contribute my investigative and editorial strengths to drive impactful communications, guided by accuracy, attention to grammar, and reader engagement. I thrive on data-driven storytelling, mentoring reporters, and crafting coverage that informs and protects the public.

Jennifer Emily

Writer, Content Creator, Podcast Producer, +3

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I'm a collaborative leader and meticulous editor with a background in investigations, courts, public safety, criminal justice, and journalism. I excel at turning complex information into clear, compelling stories and building strong teams who deliver high-quality results. I'm eager to contribute my investigative and editorial strengths to drive impactful communications, guided by accuracy, attention to grammar, and reader engagement. I thrive on data-driven storytelling, mentoring reporters, and crafting coverage that informs and protects the public.…I'm a collaborative leader and meticulous editor with a background in investigations, courts, public safety, criminal justice, and journalism. I excel at turning complex information into clear, compelling stories and building strong teams who deliver high-quality results. I'm eager to contribute my investigative and editorial strengths to drive impactful communications, guided by accuracy, attention to grammar, and reader engagement. I thrive on data-driven storytelling, mentoring reporters, and crafting coverage that informs and protects the public.

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I’m a collaborative leader and meticulous editor with a background in investigations, courts, public safety, criminal justice, and journalism. I excel at turning complex information into clear, compelling stories and building strong teams who deliver high-quality results.

I’m eager to contribute my investigative and editorial strengths to drive impactful communications, guided by accuracy, attention to grammar, and reader engagement. I thrive on data-driven storytelling, mentoring reporters, and crafting coverage that informs and protects the public.

Skills

Leadership

Copywriting

Podcast Production

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Copywriting

Expert

Podcast Production

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Regional Director of Investigations at Bearden Investigative Agency

October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025

Led investigations, research, surveillance, and interviews for civil, family, and criminal cases, businesses, and individuals, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness. Oversaw and conducted complex civil litigation, internal company, and human resources investigations, maintaining high standards of written communication and strong grammar. Conducted thorough investigations in family and criminal law cases as a licensed private investigator, managing multiple tasks simultaneously and delivering high-quality results.

Public Safety Editor at The Dallas Morning News

February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024

Led a team of reporters focused on legal issues and public safety, transforming crime reporting into public safety journalism, increasing community engagement. Coached reporters to develop skills and ideas, ensuring excellent written communication and strong grammar and spelling in all published articles. Utilized SEO to guide readers to my team's work and used analytics as a tool to drive decisions, enhancing readership.

Breaking News Editor at The Dallas Morning News

July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Led a team of 10 reporters and two editors, covering breaking news and enterprise stories in North Texas, including police and court beats, the coronavirus pandemic, and daily news. Ensured comprehensive news coverage seven days a week across three shifts, enhancing team responsiveness and increasing readership. Coached staff to develop their skills, ensuring excellent written communication and strong grammar and spelling in all published articles.

Assistant Breaking News Editor at The Dallas Morning News

December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021

Edited breaking news and enterprise stories. Managed reporters and their projects. Worked with them to generate story ideas, ways to follow up on news events, and develop their skills as journalists. Used analytics and SEO to draw readers to articles. Knowledgeable about public records and social media. Works well on deadline. Used multiple platforms to tell stories.

Enterprise Reporter at The Dallas Morning News

December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019

Led a strike team of reporters, producing high-quality news and feature stories, ensuring excellent written communication and strong grammar and spelling. Mentored journalists. Hosted, reported, and produced the 14-episode podcast in Dallas, "The Death of Botham Jean: Amber Guyger on Trial," enhancing audience engagement above expectations. Reported from St. Lucia on the Botham Jean murder case, providing in-depth coverage.

Justice Reporter at The Dallas Morning News

March 1, 2017 - March 1, 2017

Worked on long-term stories like "Hope for the Rest of Us" about a man who forgave his daughter after she and her boyfriend killed her mother and left the father for dead. The story focused on the meaning of forgiveness and who benefits from the act of forgiveness. Also wrote a series, "Kids or Criminals?" about what it is like to grow up in prison and the consequences for all of us once those children are released as adults. Wrote about what really happened inside a Dallas hospital during the Ebola crisis after an exclusive interview with nurse Nina Pham. She was the first person to contract Ebola in the United States. Hosted and produced the podcast Texas CrimeCast. Found guests and chose topics.

Criminal Courts Reporter at The Dallas Morning News

November 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014

Researched and wrote about legal trends, covering 17 felony courts and the Dallas County District Attorney's office, ensuring excellent written communication and strong grammar and spelling. Gained access to internal district attorney's office files for exoneration cases, identifying underlying causes and prompting procedural changes in the Dallas Police Department about how officers conduct witness identifications, such as lineups. Covered hundreds of legal proceedings and witnessed executions, providing comprehensive and accurate reporting, enhancing the quality of legal journalism.