Erika Zaro
A dedicated reporter with a passion for investigative journalism and crime reporting, on the search for her next opportunity to grow and succeed as an up-and-coming investigative journalist.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles and a Master’s of Journalism from UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism. She is also reporting for the Investigative Reporting Program.
EDUCATION
Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA - Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, 2023
EMPLOYERS
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The Press Democrat - Napa Intern Reporter
AWARDS & HONORS
Los Angeles Press Club Southern California Journalism Awards - 3rd Place for Best Feature Writing for Off-Campus Issues (2023) - The Unhoused Women of Skid Row
Loyola Marymount University Journalism Department - 1st Place in Journalism Capstone Awards (2023) - The San Quentin News
Society of Professional Journalists Region 11 - Mark of Excellence Awards Finalist (2022) - The Unhoused Women of Skid Row
MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS
Co-Chair of Women in Media
REPORTING INTERESTS
Criminal Justice, Incarceration, Investigative Journalism, Local Reporting, child welfare