‘So You Want to be a Reporter’ with Carol Marin

Edit, script and produce monthly episodes of ‘So You Want to be a Reporter’ with Carol Marin, where award-winning reporter Carol Marin talks with recent DePaul journalism graduates and veteran reporters about their careers—covering triumphs, failures, indignities and everything else in between.

These conversations highlight the hidden challenges of working in a changing journalism industry, giving you a taste of what it really takes to be a reporter.

It can be intimidating for young journalists to walk into a courtroom and find former President Donald Trump or actor Robert De Niro staring back at them. Courthouse News reporters Erik Uebelacker and Nika Schoonover break down their recent journeys from the classroom to the courtroom and what it takes.

"So You Want to be a Reporter" with Carol Marin is produced by Lilly Keller with music by Max Duggan and is a project of DePaul University's Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence.

This month, Carol speaks to Chris Bury, DePaul University's Senior Journalist in Residence and seasoned political reporter who offers tips on what to do and what not to do. And Melody Mercado from Block Club Chicago, who is gearing up for her debut at the Democratic National Convention. Is she a little nervous? We'll find out.

"So You Want to be a Reporter" with Carol Marin is produced by Lilly Keller with music by Max Duggan and is a project of DePaul University's Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence.