Sara R. Lawson


Why 'media'

Media is that which is in-between. My greatest strength is that I'm constantly seeking ways to encourage and facilitate communication - be that in written text or over the phone or through a spreadsheet. A message is only as clear as the medium allows. 

While newsprint and web publishing were my (gluten-free) bread and butter, I am familiar with media production in all its forms, having been behind the camera and at the business end of a microphone. 

I'm no longer an active part of the media, but the hard and soft skills I learned have been invaluable in my professional growth: timeliness, being accurate, fact-checking, seeking primary sources and asking the right and hard questions.

Media is that pivotal point between the sender and recipient of a message. Communication would not happen without a medium. My favorite thing is to use the strengths of a medium to made that message clear, interesting and relevant. 

Education and Skills

I have a bachelor's degree in Digital Media Production and a master's degree in Communication from the University of Central Missouri. 

What I can do: 

What I am: 

Writer

Writing has always been my strength and I am always looking for ways to improve. I truly appreciate how the written word can translate meaning into understanding, from news alert notifications to centuries-old text. It is one of the most versatile tools we have. 

I've recently started a blog, mostly to keep my hands busy. Feel free to take a look. 

Reader

Reading is just as important to me as writing. My daily routine includes catching up on the news and then catching up on the news about news media. I firmly believe that there is always room for improvement in my writing and in the industry as a whole. 

I enjoy reading classics, murder mysteries and fantasy short stories., though I've been known to be tempted by a piece of non-fiction. I'm currently reading Cooked by Michael Pollan, a non-fiction romanticized look into how food is made through the lens of the four classical elements. Great read for any foodie.