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Annemarie Dooling

Annemarie Dooling has focused on building community around information for 15 years, both independently and in national newsrooms. She studies happiness and information systems at the University of Pennsylvania and writes about culture.

2/4/2026

5 things we learned from running our first creator fellowship

Experimentation is built into the core of NCC, and I’m using those notes and discoveries from last year to help drive an even better experience for our creators in 2026.
1/29/2026

Starting a newsletter when you’re a video creator

Given the changes to TikTok, a lot of creators are wondering if there’s a future there, and are considering diversifying their distribution methods. It’s a stark reality of our Internet that the platforms we use to connect with people can…
1/6/2026

Wellbeing for creators: A checklist

Many creators are untrained business owners with unparalleled public critique, and burnout is common. Here are some ways you can keep your balance.
12/3/2025

Why we need to watch the AI landscape for creators

The tools creators are taking advantage of may be specific to their needs today, but mirror the needs and opportunities of regular netizens.
9/25/2025

Meet the News Creator Corps Trainers

Each trainer brings with them a lifetime of experience and will work with the class through discussions and assignments, where creators will put their learnings into action in their own work.