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Sonny Albarado
Sonny Albarado
Editor-in-Chief, Arkansas Advocate | States Newsroom
Arkansas, United States
Sonny Albarado
Summary
Sonny Albarado is a seasoned journalist and editor with extensive experience in investigative reporting and editorial management. As the Editor-in-Chief of the Arkansas Advocate, he leads a dedicated team in producing impactful news on state government and public policy. With a strong background in journalism education, he serves as a board member for the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications, advocating for high standards in journalism training. His commitment to free speech and press rights is evident through his leadership roles in professional organizations like the Society of Professional Journalists. Sonny's career spans several decades, during which he has held various editorial positions, honing his skills in content strategy, copy editing, and media relations. His passion for truth-seeking and minimizing harm in reporting reflects a deep ethical commitment to the field. He holds an honorary doctorate in letters and has contributed significantly to journalism in the southeastern United States.
Sonny Albarado
Work Experience
Editor-in-Chief, Arkansas Advocate at
States Newsroom
June 2022 - Present
Board member at
Accrediting Council On Education In Journalism and Mass Communications
October 2015 - Present
Board Member at
SPJ FOUNDATION
September 2014 - Present
Editor In Chief at
States Newsroom
June 2022 - August 2022
Projects Editor at
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
July 2007 - January 2020
Board Member at
The Associated Press
January 2014 - October 2015
Acting City Editor at
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
June 2012 - March 2014
President at
Society of Professional Journalists
September 2012 - September 2013
President-Elect at
Society of Professional Journalists
September 2011 - September 2012
President-Elect at
Board Member Society Of Professional Journalists
January 2011 - January 2012
Co-Director at
Green Eyeshade Awards
September 2006 - October 2011
Region 12 Director at
Board Member Society Of Professional Journalists
September 2006 - September 2011
News Editor at
The Commercial Appeal
September 1989 - July 2007
News Editor at
The Commercial Appeal Memphis Tenn
January 1989 - January 2007
Various positions at
Ew Scripps
January 1989 - January 2007
Finance Editor at
The Morning Advocate
January 1977 - January 1989
Reporter at
Houma Daily Courier
January 1972 - January 1974
Sonny Albarado
Education
Nicholls State University, Honorary Doctor Of Letters
January 2014 - January 2014
January 1983 - January 1984
Nicholls State University, Bachelor's Degree
January 1970 - January 1972
January 1972 - January 1972
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonny Albarado
What company does Sonny Albarado work for?
Sonny Albarado is a Editor-in-Chief, Arkansas Advocate at States Newsroom, a company specializing in Newspapers.
Where Sonny Albarado graduated from?
Sonny Albarado holds a degree in English Language And Literature, General from Nicholls State University.
Who is Sonny Albarado?
Sonny Albarado is a seasoned journalist and editor with extensive experience in investigative reporting and editorial management. As the Editor-in-Chief of the Arkansas Advocate, he leads a dedicated team in producing impactful news on state government and public policy. With a strong background in journalism education, he serves as a board member for the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications, advocating for high standards in journalism training. His commitment to free speech and press rights is evident through his leadership roles in professional organizations like the Society of Professional Journalists. Sonny's career spans several decades, during which he has held various editorial positions, honing his skills in content strategy, copy editing, and media relations. His passion for truth-seeking and minimizing harm in reporting reflects a deep ethical commitment to the field. He holds an honorary doctorate in letters and has contributed significantly to journalism in the southeastern United States.
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