Starr Fuentes
Multimedia Journalist
Welcome!
I’m Starr Fuentes, an award-winning multimedia journalist based in Brooklyn. I love telling stories that matter—whether it’s highlighting local businesses, sharing human interest pieces, or covering trending news.
My love for storytelling started early. As a kid, I would create pretend news reports and interview my friends on camera. That passion led me to Five Towns College, where I earned my degree in Mass Communications and Broadcasting. I spent my college years anchoring newscasts, sideline reporting sports events, and even hosting my own morning radio show.
My goal is always to create authentic, engaging content that resonates across all media platforms. You can find my work in Newsday, Greater Long Island News, and Faces of Long Island. I was also honored to be named one of Long Island’s 30 Under 30!
Beyond reporting, I’m passionate about media literacy, often speaking on panels for the Fair Media Council to help young people navigate today’s ever-changing news landscape. I also advocate for student financial aid, lobbying in Albany to make education more accessible for future professionals.
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Today, I specialize in interviewing, relationship-building, and digital content distribution, bringing impactful stories to life. Whether I’m behind the camera, in front of it, or deep in the editing process, I’m always looking for new ways to inform, inspire, and connect with audiences.
Bringing Culture, Lifestyle, and Community to the Spotlight
As a passionate multimedia journalist, I travel across Long Island, Brooklyn, and Manhattan to uncover and share meaningful human interest stories and lifestyle news. From pitching and researching to interviewing, filming, and editing, I handle every step of the storytelling process with dedication and precision. I craft compelling TV packages and articles that inform, engage, and resonate with audiences using industry-standard equipment. I take pride in bringing powerful stories to life.
Public Speaking & Advocacy
As an experienced public speaker and advocate, I am dedicated to empowering audiences with the knowledge they need to navigate today's media landscape. I have spoken at a variety of events, including the Women in Entertainment panel, The League of Women Voters panel, and the Fair Media Council's Media Literacy Panel Discussion. I also had the honor of leading The Real and Powerful panel for the Fair Media Council. Additionally, I visit high schools across Long Island and New York City to educate students about media literacy, misinformation, and disinformation. Whether speaking at Five Towns College or lobbying in Albany to advocate for student financial aid, I strive to inspire critical thinking, informed decision-making, and meaningful change through engaging storytelling and practical insights.