Kate Cassady is an Assistant Director of Photography for the Columbia Missourian in Columbia, Missouri. She is an alum from the University of Missouri School of Journalism, where she learned and strengthened skills in photojournalism, photo editing, and design.

Her work as a photojournalist ranges from the intensity of a state championship to the aftermath of a tornado. Chasing light and connection, she approaches each story with curiosity and empathy. As an editor, she values the time and collaboration required to build a strong visual narrative and can be expected to deliver images efficiently in fast-paced situations.

She can be contacted at kate.cassady03@gmail.com.

Photo by Bailey Stover