Find top journalists in California
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Jeffrey Lehmann
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Host and Producer, Weekend Explorer, Freelance
Host/produce multi EMMY awarded @WeekendExplorer travel TV series given free to PBS & airing on Cox. Follow me for behind scenes & opinions.
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Cindy Chou
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Freelance Writer and Creative Director, Freelance
(she/her/她) #dietitian & #chef • hot pot enthusiast • nourishing & umami-rich recipes • creating at youtube.com/thesoundofcooking
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Marc Kharrat
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Head of Content, Non-Live Editorial and Branded, FoodBeast
Content @foodbeast | Contact: marc@foodbeast.com
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Pamela K. Johnson
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Writer, Freelance
I'm a whole Ted Talk. Some-time Op-Ed writer, part-time Op-Ed instructor @projectwritenow. Loves deep dives into history and Facebook Marketplace.
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Amber X. Chen
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Contributor, Freelance
student journalist 🌟 writing in @thenation @guardian @atmosmag @latimes @lapublicpress @phillyinquirer @gridphilly @nbcla
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Bailey Allen
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Metro Correspondent, The Boston Globe
@7News Digital Journalist • Bylines: @BostonGlobe, @BeaconUpdate, @jewish_ma, @brookline_news • @ecjrn ‘23 📰
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Andrew Lopez
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Reporter, Boyle Heights Beat
reporter and california local news fellow @boyleheightsbt 💥 formerly: @ucberkeleyirp @ucbsoj @kmuw @fatherdaughter @bffdotfm
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Johanna Harlow
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Freelance Journalist, Freelance
Freelance journalist published in Content Magazine, SVBJ, Bayarea.com, & Grace Belle. Writing is an art form & I love to paint with words.
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David Smith
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Editor-in-Chief, Revolutions Blog
DevRel lead at Microsoft. Tweets about AI, Data Science, R #rstats, culture, politics, gaming. @nonfamous.bsky.social
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists in California?
Use filters by beat, industry, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search and discover journalists based in California who cover topics relevant to your story.Do you provide email contacts for California journalists?
Yes. Verified contact information (emails, LinkedIn, X) is available with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles but contact fields are redacted.Can I filter California journalists by beat or outlet?
Absolutely. You can refine by industry beat or specific publications to find California journalists with expertise and reach in your area.What profile details are shown for California journalists?
Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — giving you insight into what they cover and where.Can I export a list of California journalists for outreach?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of California-based journalists to CSV or XLSX files and use them in PR or media campaigns.How frequently are California journalist profiles updated?
Profiles are refreshed regularly to keep location, beats, roles, and contact information accurate and up to date.Why use a location filter along with beat or type?
Filtering by location helps ensure your pitches reach journalists in the region or market you care about — improving relevance and response rates.Can I subscribe just to export data for California journalists?
Yes. You can use a short-term subscription to access and export a location-specific journalist list and then cancel if needed.Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes. You’re free to change or cancel your plan at any time through your account settings. You retain access through your current billing period.