Georgia Fort
Founder
BLCK Press
St. Paul, MN USA
“I know if I [tell a story], I’m going to do it right and I’m going to do it in a way that uplifts people, that humanizes them, that holds space for who they are.”
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Milestones
My road in life has been direct.
I started my career in radio, working as a radio personality, interviewing artists and celebrities, and reporting on concerts.
As I got older, I wanted to work in a space with more substance, so I transitioned into TV news.
I started as a multimedia journalist, which taught me a lot about the industry and gave me the confidence and tenacity that really set the stage for my career.
I worked my way up to news anchor, where I continued to amplify voices that were typically ignored and used my platform to make a difference in my community.
After getting displaced from my job when I had a baby, I was determined to keep doing what I loved even if I couldn’t do it through traditional outlets.
This ultimately pushed me to become an independent journalist.
In 2021, I founded BLCK Press, a now two-time Emmy award-winning media news company that tells stories about Black and brown communities across America.
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Education
High School
Career
Founder
I elevate stories from Black and brown communities, driving social change through impactful journalism.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Journalism
Television
Communicating / Sharing Stories
Day to Day
My days are unpredictable, blending content creation with leadership tasks. I manage the company, from coordinating our weekly news program to supporting creatives with grants. Breaking news can swiftly shift my schedule, demanding immediate community engagement. Daily tasks involve everything from strategic meetings to impromptu story chasing, underlining the dynamic nature of leading a media company committed to amplifying marginalized voices.
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Society in General:
"You need to conform to certain standards to succeed as a journalist."
Challenges I Overcame
Job Loss
