Mitch Hooper
About Mitch Hooper
Mitch Hooper serves as the City Editor for CBUStoday at 6AM City in Columbus, Ohio, where he has worked since 2021. With a background in journalism and experience across various media roles, he focuses on delivering local news and engaging with the community.
Work at 6AM City
Mitch Hooper serves as the City Editor for CBUStoday at 6AM City, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on delivering local news and events to the Columbus, Ohio community. 6AM City operates in over 20 markets across the United States, emphasizing a newsletter-first approach to local media. Hooper's responsibilities include engaging with the community to foster conversations and activate local cities through effective media strategies.
Previous Experience in Media
Before joining 6AM City, Mitch Hooper worked at 614 Media Group in various capacities. He served as an Assistant Editor from 2019 to 2020 and as a Social Media Editor for a brief period in 2017. Additionally, he worked as a General Assignment Reporter at The Marion Star from 2020 to 2021. His diverse roles in media have equipped him with skills in content creation, social media management, and community engagement.
Education and Expertise
Mitch Hooper earned a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from The Ohio State University, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in journalistic principles and practices. He also attended River Valley High School from 2008 to 2012, where he began to develop his interest in media and communication.
Internship Experience
In 2016, Mitch Hooper completed a Communications Internship at Midstate Contractors Inc for three months. This experience allowed him to gain practical skills in communication and media relations, further enhancing his capabilities in the field of journalism and local media.