Honor Society® member
Sierra Porter
Editorial Intern at Billboard
- New York University
- Journalism
- Class of 2023
- Brooklyn, New York
Member since December 2021
About
Sierra Porter graduated from Georgia State University in May 2018 with a B.A. in Journalism. Porter has interviewed big names in media and entertainment, including Bobby Brown, Estelle, Jermaine Dupri, India. Arie, KISS' Paul Stanley, CeeLo Green, Andre 3000, Donnell Jones, Maren Morris, Boyz II Men, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Chilli from TLC, rapper Common, Phylicia Rashad, Jemele Hill, Tichina Arnold, and more.
She has freelanced for Rolling Out, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta Black Star, and Atlanta Voice. Porter is also the founder of CeeSoDope.com, dedicated to music and entertainment. Porter was formerly the arts, culture, and entertainment reporter for the Des Moines Register. She now attends New York University to obtain her master's in the magazine and digital storytelling program on a full-ride scholarship, thanks to the National Association of Black Journalists. She is also an Editorial Intern for Billboard. Maintaining an ambitious attitude is how she strives for success.
Education
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New York University
journalism
2021 – 2022
Honors and awards
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National Association of Black Journalists - NYU Journalism Scholarship Recipient
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2021 Sheila Brooks Entrepreneur Scholarship Recipient
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Aspiring professional journalist and writer.
- Outside the classroom
Reading and Blogging.
Experience
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Editorial Intern
Billboard
Sep 2022 – Dec 2022
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Intern
New York Post
Jul 2022 – Aug 2022
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News Editorial Fellow
LinkedIn
Jan 2022 – Jun 2022
Volunteering
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Youth Adult Council Volunteer
Depression Bipolar Support Alliance
Feb 2022 – Dec 2022
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Volunteer
FUTURE NOW Media Foundation Inc.
Nov 2021 – Dec 2022
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