Jessica Doherty

Jessica Doherty

Executive Editor

Jessica Doherty is an executive editor for the fall 2021 semester. She is a graduate student pursuing a M.A. in Specialized Journalism in arts and entertainment. She graduated from USC with a B.A. in Journalism and a B.A. in Theatre and is a former managing editor and arts, culture & entertainment editor for Annenberg Media. dohertyjessica.com

SCA alumnus premieres short film at Fantaspoa-Fantastic Film Fest

A Q&A with Vitória Vasconcellos about her work and advice for filmmakers entering the festival circuit.

By Jessica Doherty●

Q&A with USC alumnus Ben Hirschorn

The class of 2020 graduate speaks of his experience on stage and writing and directing for the screen.

By Jessica Doherty●

Honesty Hour spotlights USC entrepreneurs of color

The group, comprised of many USC alumni, creates documentaries about various entrepreneurs of color.

By Jessica Doherty●

Two men detained by LAPD after disturbing Taper Hall lecture

The third man involved in Tuesday’s incident has yet to be located by DPS or the LAPD.

By Jessica Doherty, Rory Burke, Sam Moskow and Diego Ramos●

USG senate meeting briefs for the weeks of 1/25 and 2/8

USG leaders discussed a variety of programs and proposed resolutions at the first two meetings of the spring semester.

By Caitlin Calfo and Jessica Doherty●

Dr. Erroll Southers provides an update on the search for the next DPS Chief

The USC community is invited to participate in six input sessions and three meetings with final candidates before a decision around April 25.

By Jessica Doherty●

Annenberg Media introduces new policy for revisiting published stories

People appearing in Annenberg Media journalism can now request editorial review.

By Jessica Doherty, Daniel Hahm, Pauline Woodley and Steven Vargas●

Animal Crossing Direct delivers long-awaited features in its final major update

The Animal Crossing: New Horizons update announced Friday will bring many long-awaited features, furniture and furry friends to the title.

By Jessica Doherty●

Mitski’s ‘coming back and it’s the end of the world’

Mitski announced international tour dates and debuted a music video for her new single, “Working For The Knife,” off of her upcoming sixth studio album on Tuesday. Mitski will take to the Shrine Auditorium stage across the street from the University Park campus on March 3.

By Jessica Doherty●

Q&A with School of Dramatic Arts alumnus Jordan Tyler Kessler

The 2020 graduate is starring in a world-premiere production at The Theatricum Bontanicum.

By Jessica Doherty●

DPS’s Community Advisory Board releases initial report on public safety goals

The board reports that USC can not abolish DPS from its campus, but instead increase accountability and transparency of the department.

By Jessica Doherty and Alexis Timko●

Q&A with USC alumnus and actor Miguel Angel Garcia

One of the stars of Netflix’s “Blue Miracle” talks about his career, inspirations and advice for aspiring actors.

By Jessica Doherty●

School of Dramatic Arts announces new dean

After the resignation of former School of Dramatic Arts Dean David Bridel in June 2020, the Provost announced in an email on April 26 that Dr. Emily Roxworthy will take over on July 1. Dean of the School of Cinematic Arts Elizabeth Daley currently serves as interim dean.

By Jessica Doherty●

Art as climate activism

USC's Arts and Climate Collective offers students an opportunity to use art as a way to combat climate change and push for sustainability.

By Jessica Doherty and Fernando Cienfuegos●

SDA students turn to digital performances for Spring shows

USC School of Dramatic Arts will be hosting their shows in the Spring online due to the limitations of the pandemic.

By Jessica Doherty, Melisa Cabello Cuahutle and Wyatt Allsup●