I'm Hannah Escandon, a journalist passionate about reimagining how we tell stories that matter. I believe our role as journalists is more urgent than ever. It’s not just about adapting to platforms like TikTok, it’s about creating spaces people can trust. Spaces where communities see themselves reflected, where marginalized voices are centered and where tough questions aren’t avoided but embraced.

That mission has driven my work across the globe. I grew up in Brookline, New Hampshire, but my worldview changed when my family moved to Saudi Arabia in 2015. Since then, I’ve traveled to over 20 countries and developed a deep appreciation for international perspectives. 

 I graduated with a B.A. in Journalism and International Affairs from Northeastern University, where I immersed myself in documentary storytelling. From studying abroad in London to filming a five-week project in Peru on Venezuelan immigration, I’ve sought to bridge the gap between global issues and local impact. I’ve interned at the United Nations with the Baha’i International Community Office, produced videos, written published articles and helped develop the UN Necessary podcast.

In 2024, I was honored with two Emmy Awards for my documentaries Solidarity on American Soil and From Soil to Cup, both rooted in community narratives. I also collaborated with WCVB-TV to produce an episode of Chronicle, which won an Emmy for its editing and led me to serve as a Production Intern for the show in 2025.

My current work involves being a part of a research team for the Reinventing Local TV News Project where we're focusing on shifting local news to video-first platforms centered on inclusive, forward-thinking journalism.