Christina Kelso
About Christina Kelso
Christina Kelso is a Video Journalist at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in photojournalism and a Master's degree in Journalism from Columbia University, she specializes in sourcing and verifying videos from social media.
Work at The New York Times
Christina Kelso has been employed as a Video Journalist at The New York Times since 2023. In this role, she specializes in sourcing and verifying videos from social media, contributing to the newspaper's digital content. Prior to her current position, she served as a Video Producer from 2022 to 2023 and as an Associate Video Producer from 2019 to 2022. Her responsibilities include operating livestreams for the newspaper's website, enhancing the multimedia storytelling aspect of their journalism.
Education and Expertise
Christina Kelso earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a focus on Journalism and Photography from Jacksonville University, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Journalism with a specialization in Documentary Filmmaking from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism in 2019. Her academic background supports her expertise in video journalism and multimedia storytelling.
Background
Originally from Northeast Florida, Christina Kelso brings a regional perspective to her journalism work. She began her career in journalism with various internships, including a Photojournalism Intern position at The Florida Times-Union in 2013. Over the years, she has worked in multiple roles, including as a Freelance Photojournalist and an Editorial Assistant at Cox Media, gaining diverse experience in the field.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining The New York Times, Christina Kelso held several positions that contributed to her development as a journalist. She worked as a Photojournalism Intern and a Lifestyle Reporting Intern at The Florida Times-Union in 2013. She then transitioned to a Freelance Photojournalist role from 2014 to 2015. Following that, she served as an Editorial Assistant at Cox Media from 2015 to 2016, where she further honed her skills in journalism.
Notable Coverage
Christina Kelso has covered significant events, including the impact and aftermath of Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Irma. Her reporting during these events involved both photojournalism and writing for local newspapers in Northeast Florida, showcasing her ability to document critical moments in the community.