Photo Editing
I take immense pride in curating compelling imagery for platforms such as Narratively and palabra. As a visual editor and art director, I assign stories to talented photographers across the globe and conduct in-depth research to uncover the perfect visuals for complex narratives.
My process is built on close collaboration with writers, editors, and photographers to conceptualize and execute storytelling that resonates with audiences. I am deeply committed to providing opportunities for photographers from the communities we represent, ensuring authenticity and diversity in our work.
I am involved in every stage of the creative process—from conceptualizing imagery and guiding photographers to meticulously editing visuals for final publication. My constant focus is on discovering the most impactful way to present each story, ensuring it captivates and engages readers.
Words and images by Kaoly Gutierrez.
An immigrant small-business owner defies the odds after Hurricane Helene and inspires a new generation.
Photos by Roderico Yool Díaz.
How a growing Latino population is reshaping North Carolina and other Southern states — and turning the region into a crucial site for the future of American politics.
Photos by Olga L. Jaramillo & Sebastián Hidalgo.
One of the country's most diverse cities is helping migrants build a new life.
Photos by Josephine Sittenfeld, Julie Leopo-Bermudez & Michelle Bruzzese.
Teen girls across the U.S. are experiencing dramatic increases in depression and mental illness, but social media and the pandemic have compounded the challenges for Latinas and other girls of color. Culturally competent therapy, whole-child educational initiatives and community-based solutions can help.
Photos by Rebecca Noble.
Amidst a national climate of restriction — with states outlawing critical race theory in schools and conservatives banning books — Arizonans are in a rematch with a politician striking fear in educators who teach identity and racism.
Photos by Eddie Gaspar.
Migrant students and their families follow the seasons year-round to sow and harvest America’s produce. Students take pride in their families’ work ethic — but struggle to continue their schooling. The 50-year-old CAMP scholarship helps hundreds of them go to college.
Photos by Zaydee Sanchez.
Los Angeles Unified bets on tutoring for post-pandemic recovery, but progress at many schools is slow.
Photos by Abraham Rowe.
In a Bible-belt state where sex toy stores are illegal, a church-going grandma, enterprising mom and sassy granddaughter build a booming business hawking penis pumps and butt plugs—and helping every person find their path to pleasure.
Photos by Justin Hamel.
Jay J. Armes is a legendary and controversial Texan investigator with hooks for hands and six decades chasing criminals. This was his most epic murder case ever.
Photos by Danielle Villasana.
When you’re queer in the Middle East, escaping war doesn’t mean you’ve escaped the people who want you dead.
Photos by Gráinne Quinlan.
Their journey starts in a country where gay marriage and surrogacy are illegal, and spans four years, two continents, and hundreds of thousands of dollars—all to get a kid of their own.