Andrea Y. Henderson

Produced weekly audio reports covering enterprise, breaking, investigative, and feature news on discrimination and economic disparities, including inequalities in housing, immigration, gender, environment, education, and health care. Received Missouri Broadcasters Association Awards in 2019, 2021, and 2023 for outstanding reporting. Honored with Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards in 2020 and 2023 for exemplary journalism.

Reported a 25-minute podcast episode that explored the complexities of immigration and education. It highlighted the struggles of a teenage mother with mixed-status parents, and her fight to continue her pursuit of higher education, despite ongoing immigration issues.

Reported audio feature on felony disenfranchisement in Missouri. Drafted data and FOIA requests to local and state justice departments. Collaborated with data team to develop multiple digital stories from requested data.

Reported and produced a 30-minute podcast episode detailing Texas' Cash Bail System and the implications of the Damon Allen Act, highlighting potential negative impacts on communities of color.

I wrote and edited articles on business, entertainment, and entrepreneurship for Empower Magazine and its digital website. Drafted reviews covering fashion, film, music, theater, and comedy for diverse audiences.

Reported compelling stories on race and culture for NPR.org and NPR's Code Switch podcast. Coordinated in-studio and remote podcast interviews, producing high-quality recordings. Crafted engaging scripts for hosts and reporters to increase listener interest. Oversaw social media activity to boost podcast presence. Supported podcast production through photo sourcing and audio mixing under tight deadlines. Edited audio segments for Weekend All Things Considered. Oversaw social media activity to boost podcast presence. Conducted thorough fact-checks. Regularly pitched thoughtful and niche story ideas.

Reported arts features for Spoleto Festival USA and Piccolo Spoleto festivals. Managed Charleston Scene social media handles, ensuring brand consistency across coverage. Supplemented articles with photos and live reporting to enhance audience engagement. Posted interactive stories with optimized hashtags to increase website traffic and reach.

Write, edit, and produce audio and print stories for NPR news and shows, PRX and The World, and ESPN's Andscape.