Joshua Skovlund
staff writer
Highlights
Featured on CBS Audio’s Eye on Veterans.
Experience
I have extensively covered both the first responder and special operations forces communities. I’ve traveled the world, storytelling through my camera and pen during the early days of the riots in Minneapolis following the murder of George Floyd, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and multi-nation training exercises in Germany.
Education
I have taken several journalism courses through the Poynter Institute and trained by notable editors like Carl Prine, Ethan Rocke, and Matt White.
Awards
Coffee or Die Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Award, 2 years in a row.
Coffee or Die Magazine’s Most Read Story.
Fun fact
Josh writes poetry and nerds out on mushroom, spider, and moth-focused photography.
Notable Work
- Operation Red Wings Through the Eyes of the Night Stalkers Coffee or Die Magazine
- Minneapolis set on Fire After George Floyd Death Coffee or Die Magazine
- Best Night Vision Goggles of 2023 Outdoor Life
- Women are Fighting Side by Side with Men on Front Lines of Iraq Protests Coffee or Die Magazine
- When 'the Boys' are Back in Town: A Special ops vet Explains why Elite Units Train in US Cities Coffee or Die Magazine
