Sarah Shadburne
About Sarah Shadburne
Sarah Shadburne is the City Editor at LOUtoday, where she focuses on impactful storytelling in Louisville, Kentucky. She has a background in local journalism, having previously worked at Louisville Business First and holds a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication from the University of North Carolina at Asheville.
Work at 6AM City
Sarah Shadburne has served as the City Editor for LOUtoday at 6AM City since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating impactful stories that highlight the experiences of individuals within the Louisville community. Her work emphasizes local journalism and storytelling, contributing to the engagement and connection of residents with their city.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining 6AM City, Sarah worked as a Reporter for Louisville Business First from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she covered various topics relevant to the local business community. Additionally, she gained experience as an Editorial Intern at WNC magazine from 2017 to 2018 and as a Licensed Publishing Intern at Viacom in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Shadburne earned her Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. During her academic career, she served as the Editor-in-chief of The Blue Banner, the student newspaper, in the 2018-19 school year, which provided her with valuable editorial experience.
Background in Louisville
Sarah returned to her hometown of Louisville to pursue her passion for storytelling and local journalism. Her commitment to covering local stories reflects her dedication to the community and her desire to amplify the voices of its residents.