Rudy Malcom
About Rudy Malcom
Rudy Malcom is a Digital Reporting & Writing Intern at The Forward, where he covers topics related to social justice and the Russia-Ukraine war. He has a background in journalism and communications, having held various writing and editing positions at multiple organizations.
Digital Reporting & Writing Intern at The Forward
Rudy Malcom currently serves as a Digital Reporting & Writing Intern at The Forward, a prominent Jewish news organization, since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for uploading articles and photos to the WordPress content management system. He focuses on reporting Jewish news and culture, contributing to the publication's mission of providing relevant and timely information to its audience.
Education and Fellowship at Poynter Institute
Rudy Malcom studied Writing Seminars at The Johns Hopkins University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2017 to 2021. He furthered his education by participating in the Poynter-Koch Media and Journalism Fellowship at the Poynter Institute from 2021 to 2022. This fellowship provided him with advanced training in media and journalism, enhancing his skills in reporting and writing.
Previous Experience in Communications and Writing
Rudy Malcom has held various positions in communications and writing. He worked as a Communications Intern at Out for Justice, Inc. for two months in 2021, focusing on social justice issues. Additionally, he served as an Intern Writer at Hillel International for four months in 2021 and as a Freelance Writer for Metro Weekly for three months in the same year. His experience also includes a role as Assistant Editor at Baltimore Witness for two months in 2021.
Leadership Role at The Johns Hopkins News-Letter
From 2019 to 2021, Rudy Malcom held the position of Editor-in-Chief at The Johns Hopkins News-Letter, where he led the student-run publication for two years. In this capacity, he oversaw editorial decisions and contributed to the development of content, shaping the voice and direction of the newspaper during his tenure.
Internship Experience at Johns Hopkins Hillel
Rudy Malcom worked as an Engagement Intern at Johns Hopkins Hillel from 2018 to 2019 for nine months. In this role, he engaged with the student community and contributed to programming and outreach efforts, enhancing the connection between Jewish students and campus life.