Lindsey Leake
About Lindsey Leake
Lindsey Leake is an award-winning journalist currently serving as the Health, Welfare, and Social Justice Reporter for TCPalm, with over 11 years of experience in various forms of journalism. She has worked for several notable organizations, including Gannett, Refinery29, and Sinclair Broadcast Group, and holds multiple degrees in journalism and related fields.
Current Role at Gannett
Lindsey Leake serves as the Health, Welfare, and Social Justice Reporter for TCPalm, part of the Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK. She has held this position since 2021, focusing on issues related to health care disparities in Florida's Treasure Coast. In her role, she leads coverage of COVID-19, providing in-depth reporting on the impact of the pandemic on local communities.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Lindsey Leake has over 11 years of experience in various journalism roles across digital, broadcast, and print media. She previously worked as an Explanatory Reporter at Gannett from 2019 to 2021. Her career includes positions as a Digital Content Producer at WRIC-TV, a Senior Digital Editor at circa.com, and a Web Editor at WJLA-TV. Additionally, she contributed to Patch.com and worked as an Assistant Editor at Virginia Living magazine.
Educational Background
Lindsey Leake has a strong educational background in journalism and communication. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Italian with a focus on Journalism from Princeton University. She also earned two Master of Arts degrees, one in Journalism and Digital Storytelling from American University and another in Science Writing from The Johns Hopkins University. Her studies included a summer program in French Studies at IS Aix-en-Provence.
Professional Affiliations
Lindsey Leake is an active member of several professional organizations, including the National Association of Black Journalists, the National Association of Science Writers, the Society of Professional Journalists, and Investigative Reporters & Editors. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her commitment to advancing journalism and supporting diversity within the field.
Internship Experience
Lindsey Leake gained valuable experience through various internships early in her career. She interned at Northern Virginia Magazine, Refinery29, Inc., and Greater Washington Publishing. These internships provided her with foundational skills in editorial work and digital content creation, contributing to her development as a journalist.