Sarah Donaldson
About Sarah Donaldson
Sarah Donaldson is a Statehouse News Bureau Reporter/Producer currently working at Ideastream Public Media in Columbus, Ohio. She has a background in journalism with experience at various media organizations, including WCMH-TV and WOUB Public Media.
Work at Ideastream Public Media
Sarah Donaldson serves as a Statehouse News Bureau Reporter/Producer at Ideastream Public Media. She has been in this role since 2023, contributing to news coverage and analysis from the Ohio Statehouse. Her responsibilities include reporting on legislative activities and producing content for various platforms.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Prior to her current position, Sarah worked at WCMH-TV, NBC4 as a Digital Reporter/Producer from 2022 to 2023. She also held various roles at WOUB Public Media, including Newswatch Anchor and Newswatch Producer, from 2021 to 2022. Her experience extends to The New Political, where she served as Staff Reporter/Writer and later as Editor-in-Chief.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Donaldson earned a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Ohio University, completing her studies from 2018 to 2022. She also attended Seneca Valley High School, where she received her high school diploma. Her education has equipped her with skills in multimedia journalism, including the use of Adobe Premiere and Audition software for editing.
Internships and Early Career
Throughout her career, Sarah has completed several internships that have contributed to her professional development. Notable internships include her time at The Wall Street Journal as a Technology Reporting Intern and at ABC News as a Pennsylvania Avenue Unit Intern. She also interned at The Columbus Dispatch and The Athens News, gaining valuable experience in various aspects of journalism.
Media Contributions and Commentary
In addition to her reporting duties, Sarah provides live, on-air news commentary and analysis as a guest on programs such as WOSU-FM's 'All Sides with Anna Staver' and WVXU's 'Cincinnati Edition.' She also files for national NPR newscasts from Columbus on a freelance basis, showcasing her engagement with broader media platforms.