Juliet Lemar shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Good morning Juliet, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What is a normal day like for you right now?
The life of a multimedia journalist is truly controlled chaos. Every day brings new challenges that push me creatively, logically, and emotionally. I usually start the day with a general idea of what I’ll be covering, but that can change instantly with breaking news, weather, or unexpected obstacles like equipment issues. As a multimedia journalist (MMJ), you’re producing, filming, writing, editing, and reporting each story all by yourself—all while staying camera-ready and racing to meet deadlines. It’s a rush, it’s a challenge, and it’s an honor to be trusted with telling the community’s stories.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Juliet Lemar, an Emmy-winning TV reporter / multimedia journalist passionate about character-driven storytelling. My work spans from breaking news to investigations into sex trafficking and public health failures. I often say, I cover everything from murder to pupppies. What makes my approach unique is my focus on character-driven storytelling. I believe the most powerful journalism comes from amplifying real voices and experiences, making big issues relatable through human stories. At the heart of my brand is curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to meaningful, community-first journalism.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
My goal in life is to make people feel less alone. This drive started 10 years ago, when my mother suffered a traumatic brain injury when an aneurysm ruptured in her brain. She nearly died. After months in a coma and years of therapy, she slowly recovered, but not fully. My dad, my husband, and I became primary caregivers, and still care for her now. During the worst years, I felt so alone. Like my struggle would never end, and that no one else understood my pain and fear. That experience shaped me into who I am today.
When you feel disconnected, the world moves around you, and you don’t move with it. I felt invisible. There were people along the way who saw me, and those people are the heroes of my life. I want to give others the chance to be seen, heard, and understood. I try to accomplish this through my journalism. My mission is to help others feel seen, heard, and understood, so no one feels like they’re struggling alone.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Trees lose their leaves every year, yet they still stand tall and wait for better days to come.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
Kindness and seeking to understand others.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What do you understand deeply that most people don’t?
The thing most people seek is to be seen, heard, and understood.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://vimeo.com/julietlemartv
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliet.lemar/?locale=en
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julietlemar/
