Mick Joest
Features Writer
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Summary
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Top SchoolMick Joest is a seasoned features writer and multimedia storyteller with over a decade of experience in journalism, radio broadcasting, and online content for outlets like CinemaBlend and GeekTyrant. Based in Indianapolis, he blends sharp cultural reporting with on-air experience—having hosted radio shows and produced traffic and overnight segments—to craft engaging features across platforms. Known for a relentless work ethic and a "think more, do less coding" mindset, he focuses on delivering polished, audience-first narratives rather than flashy technical showmanship. His background includes editorial leadership, hosting a dedicated media podcast (SoundTRAX), and early multimedia reporting at the Evansville Courier & Press, giving him a strong foundation in both traditional and digital storytelling.
10 years of coding experience
1 year of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree, Journalism, Bachelor's degree, Journalism at University of Southern Indiana
Github Skills (3)
spring9
spring-boot9
java1
Programming languages (1)
Github contributions (5)
mickjoust1018/docker-image-wrapper
Dec 2021 - Jan 2026
Contributions:32 pushes, 1 branch in 4 years 1 month
mickjoust1018/java-design-pattern-in-action
Jun 2020 - Jul 2021
Contributions:33 pushes, 1 branch in 1 year 1 month
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