Denver, CO · Available for Projects

Gabriela
Vidal

Journalist

Storyteller

Social Media Creator

Photographer

Emmy-nominated multimedia journalist and communications expert with 9 years of experience turning complex stories into content that connects — across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. Skilled in crisis communications, navigating high-stakes moments with clear, confident, and strategic messaging.

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9 Years in multimedia journalism

4 Major US markets covered

20K+ Views on a single TikTok post

Emmy Nominated · Multimedia Reporting

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Years of Experience

Covering stories that matter in Austin, St. Louis, Cedar Rapids, and Denver.

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Emmy Nominated Multimedia Reporting

About Me

Storyteller.
Strategist. Creator.

My name is Gabriela Vidal, and my passion is storytelling — whether through a lens, the words I write on a page, or a piece of content that stops someone mid-scroll. I've spent nearly a decade dedicated to the craft across some of the country's top news markets.

Currently a reporter at CBS News Colorado, I lead planning and execution of high-visibility digital and broadcast stories. I'm also an Emmy-nominated journalist, a travel and landscape photographer, and a social media creator connecting everyday audiences with the stories happening around them.

Broadcast Journalism Social Media Strategy Content Writing Video Production Audience Analytics Photography Brand Storytelling Press & PR

Career Timeline

Where I've Worked

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July 2023 – Present

Multiskilled Journalist / Reporter

CBS News Colorado (KCNC) — Denver, CO

Plan, execute, and optimize 5+ high-visibility digital and broadcast stories per week across social, video, and web platforms
Analyze audience performance data and platform analytics to tailor content and improve engagement
Translate complex information into compelling narratives that support awareness and engagement objectives

June 2021 – June 2023

Multimedia Journalist / Reporter

KMOV News 4 — St. Louis, MO

Led daily content strategy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram — generating posts with hundreds of thousands of likes and shares
Used Google Analytics and social insights to optimize stories and increase user engagement and website traffic
Created performance-driven branded visuals, graphics, and data visualizations using Excel and Adobe tools

June 2019 – June 2021

Multimedia Journalist / Content Writer

CBS Austin (KEYE-TV) — Austin, TX

Planned and executed 5+ web articles per week across multiple social channels (800–1,500 words each)
Built partnerships with nonprofits and advocacy groups to amplify their missions through storytelling and press coverage
Integrated audio, video, and visual storytelling to support upper- and mid-funnel engagement strategies

Photography

Through the Lens

All photography on this site was shot by me. From the mountains of Banff and the springs of Yellowstone to the peaks of Grand Teton — my camera goes everywhere my stories do. Additional work is available on Shutterstock.

Banff National Park 2026

Elk Moose Crossing, CO 2024

Banff Town 2026

Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone 2025

Grand Teton National Park 2025

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Broadcast Journalism

Featured Storytelling

CBS Colorado · Broadcast

Orchestra Academy Continues to Bridge Gap in the Arts for Colorado Students

Founded nearly seven years ago, the Orchestra Academy provides instrument instruction to students in Brighton's 27J school district — growing from 27 students to over 100 across three orchestras, now expanding into Denver schools.

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CBS Colorado · Broadcast

Aurora Man Mourns Dog's Death After Pet Sitter Goes Missing

An Aurora airman's 11-year-old Husky was stolen by a pet sitter while he was deployed with the Colorado Air National Guard. Security cameras captured the sitter leaving with the dog and the owner's car — the dog was later found dead in a Denver parking garage.

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CBS Colorado · Broadcast

Abrupt Closure of Boutique Business Leaves Colorado Vendors Scrambling

Painted Tree Boutiques shut down all 60 storefronts nationwide with little warning, leaving vendors in Northglenn and Colorado Springs racing to retrieve their inventory — after the company had already collected rent while planning the closure.

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Let's Build
Something

Open to full-time roles, freelance collaborations, brand partnerships, and creative projects. Whether you need a storyteller, a strategist, or a content creator — let's talk.

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Emailgvidalmedia@gmail.com

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Cell224-321-3184

LinkedInGabriela Vidal

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Instagram / TikTok@gabrielavtv_ · @lifeasgaby_

Currently Open To

Bringing the right story to the right audience.

Available for new opportunities

Journalism & Broadcast Reporting

Social Media Strategy & Management