Jena Johnson joined the East Texas News Team as a video journalist in February 2009. A Dallas native, Jena is thrilled to begin her career in the Lone Star state.
Jena knew early on that she wanted to be a journalist. She pursued her dream by studying at the University of North Texas where she earned a bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in English.
While in college, Jena worked as the News Director at the student-run jazz radio station, KNTU-FM 88.1. During her time as News Director, KNTU received the "Outstanding Media Award" from the Emergency Management Association of Texas. She also produced and reported for North Texas Television, a live, cable TV station.
When she's not reporting, she spends time writing, visiting with her family and exploring East Texas. She's happy to be doing what she loves in East Texas.
Follow Jena on Twitter or jenajohnson@ktre.com.
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