Michelle Pagaran

journalist, Photographer, and digital marketer in Southern California

Michelle Pagaran

journalist, Photographer, and digital marketer in Southern California

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Founder of Mint Value Media

A graduate of UC Irvine's literary journalism program with 7+ years of experience in both print and digital publishing, Michelle is a storyteller at heart. As the former Digital Media Editor at Orange Coast magazine, Michelle was instrumental in bridging the gap between the print issue and organically growing the publication's online presence. From interviewing renowned chefs to writing travel guides on everything from national parks to the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, Michelle specifically loves seeking out stories in food, travel, and hospitality. Michelle launched Mint Value Media in an effort to help businesses in this industry communicate their brand effectively online. With her demonstrated expertise in photography, copywriting, digital marketing, and social media management, she represents a roster of award-winning brands who are making waves in Southern California.

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Specialties:
Food, Travel, and Lifestyle Photography | Copywriting | Adobe Creative Suite | Editorial Photography and Writing | | Journalism | Print and Digital Publishing | Social Media | Website Design | Customer Service | Yelp and Google Business | Content Creation | Project Management | Graphic Design and Layout | Team Collaboration | Event Photography | Google Analytics and SEO

  • Education
    • University of California Irvine