Episode 94: Kristin Corpuz, Editorial Writer and Musician

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October 25th, 2019

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About this Episode

Show Description:

Kristin is a musician and freelance beauty, travel, and fashion editor and writer based in Los Angeles, and she is a proud graduate of Berklee College of Music. You can read her work in a variety of publications, including Elite Daily, Teen Vogue, Bustle, Glamour, Billboard, Allure, Elle, HelloGiggles, Business Insider, and more. As a singer, she was a contestant on American Idol, has sang the national anthem for many professional sports teams, including the New York Yankees, and has performed in prestigious venues like 54 Below, Birdland Jazz Club, and the House of Blues.

In this interview, Kristin describes how she got her start in writing and music, how she was able to make key connections in the industry through genuine and meaningful ways, and highlights some of the more memorable experiences through her travel writing and musical careers.

To learn more about Kristin, you can visit: kristincorpuz.com

Show Highlights:

4:00-10:30: Kristin talks about where she got her passion for music and performing, aspirations after school, and how she landed her first editorial writing gig with Billboard.
10:30-15:45: Kristin explains how she earned her first byline with Teen Vogue, and how she practically taught herself key journalist strategies.
15:45-28:15: Kristin gives insight on the right way to contact and gain access to important people, building a portfolio, and maintaining key relationships in your industry.
28:15-34:30: Kristin highlights what it was like to perform on American Idol at age 16 and singing national anthems at professional stadiums.
34:30-40:30: We ask Kristin the biggest differences between living in New York City and Los Angeles.
40:30-48:30: Kristin talks about redefining what it means to network genuinely and effectively.
48:30-54:45: We ask Kristin about the toughest aspects of freelance and editorial writing that a lot of people don't see.
54:45: Kristin provides her final advice to those who are building a writing or freelance career.