Michelle Castillo
About Michelle Castillo
Michelle Castillo is a Senior Reporter and Fill-In Anchor at Cheddar Inc., where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in journalism, having covered significant events and issues, including technology, media, and social movements.
Work at Cheddar
Michelle Castillo has been employed at Cheddar Inc. since 2019, serving as a Senior Reporter and Fill-In Anchor. In her role, she has conducted live coverage from significant international events, including CES, Web Summit, and SXSW. Her responsibilities include anchoring earnings reports for major tech companies and providing analysis on these events. Castillo's contributions to Cheddar have positioned her as a key figure in the coverage of technology and media.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining Cheddar, Michelle Castillo held various positions in prominent media organizations. She worked as a Digital Media Reporter at Adweek from 2014 to 2015. Prior to that, she served as a Technology Reporter at CNBC from 2015 to 2019, focusing on advertising and media. Her experience also includes a role as a Techland Producer and Contributor at Time Magazine from 2010 to 2011, and as a Hero Complex Contributor at the Los Angeles Times in 2009.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Castillo earned her Master of Science degree in Magazine Journalism from Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism. She also holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she double majored in communications and political science, with a minor in film, TV, and digital media. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her reporting and production roles in the media industry.
Field Reporting and Production Work
During her career, Michelle Castillo has engaged in significant field reporting and production work. She served as a field reporter and producer during critical events such as the coronavirus pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement. Additionally, she produced and co-anchored 'The Deep End,' a half-hour show that explored various cultural topics, including entertainment, food, and social justice. Her work reflects her commitment to covering important national issues.