Scott Johnson

As a freelance writer, I produce long-form investigative pieces and articles for various publications, focusing on topics related to the entertainment industry and media. I have been self-employed since March 2020.

I was a consulting producer on "Hollywood Con Queen," a 3-part documentary series that premiered on Apple TV in May, 2024.

I authored the non-fiction book "Hollywood Con Queen," published by Harper Collins in 2023.

I am currently working on another book.

Wrote long-form investigative articles for The Hollywood Reporter, connecting stories to the entertainment industry. Employed from May 2015 to March 2020.

Freelanced for major outlets including National Geographic and Al Jazeera, producing quality long-form and news journalism under tight deadlines from July 2013 to May 2015.

Authored feature stories and blog posts on violence and trauma in disadvantaged communities, awarded numerous prizes for my work from September 2010 to 2013.

Managed Newsweek's Africa coverage, reporting from over 15 countries and producing cover stories. Worked from March 2007 to January 2010.

Oversaw Newsweek's Iraq coverage during a critical period, managing a team and reporting on combat operations from April 2005 to January 2007.

Responsible for Central America coverage, reported on immigration issues and developed Spanish language presence from June 2002 to April 2005.

Reported on the American invasion and subsequent civil strife in Afghanistan, maintaining the Newsweek office in Kabul from October 2001 to May 2002.

Covered European and French stories for Newsweek, contributing to both domestic and international editions from September 1998 to October 2001.