As a newcomer to the region, Abhinaya Natesh, is looking forward to exploring Burnaby and New Westminster, and telling the stories of the people who live and work here.
Originally from India, Natesh, has joined The Now and The Record in the role of multimedia reporter, a position that will allow her to use video and other technologies to focus on the lives of Burnaby and New West residents and the issues affecting those lives.
Natesh arrived on the West Coast this month after three years in Thunder Bay, Ont., where she had moved to study film production. She also contributed regularly as a freelance writer in a local media company in that city, shining a light on local businesses and people.
Her journalism career began as a student in Chennai, India, where she contributed to her college newsletter and worked a summer internship at one of India’s national news organizations.
During her education, was able to write about versatile subjects including community stories, entertainment, business and politics. In one of the more memorable of her early experiences in journalism, she had the opportunity to interview M.K. Stalin, now chief minister of Tamil Nadu.
As a young addition to team of journalists at The Now and The Record, Natesh says she is ready for a new adventure in her career and life on the West Coast.
Fun facts about Abhinaya Natesh:
•Abhinaya in Sanskrit means dance/expression, and coincidentally she is a classical (Bharatnatyam) dancer.
•She loves travelling, talking about movies and pop culture, grooving to soulful music and exploring new places.
•She is enthusiastic about exploring beautiful British Columbia and immersing herself in the culture of the West Coast.
