From Classroom to Camera: The Journey of a Versatile Journalist

Marley Malenfant is a journalist who has worn many hats. He's been in the game for a decade, working in print, digital, and broadcast.

Early Career

• TV Reporter: Began in West Texas at KTXS, covering education, sports, and breaking news.
• Comfortable: Equally adept in front of and behind the camera.

Before Full-Time Journalism

• Educator: Taught in the Dallas area.
• Freelancer: Worked with D Magazine, Dallas Morning News, SB Nation, and more.
• Radio Host: Hosted "The Coach Brothers" sports radio show.
• Grant Recipient: Earned a grant from the Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference in 2012.

Continuous Learning

• 2021: Part of the NABJ student multimedia project.
• 2023: Graduated with a paralegal degree from El Centro.

Current Role

• Trending News Reporter: Works for the Austin American-Statesman, covering breaking news, music, and legal trends.

Versatility

• Multifaceted: Not just a journalist, but also a teacher, writer, radio personality, and paralegal.
• Inspiration: Shows the importance of following passions and exploring different paths.