He also works as a news stringer for GMA Network Inc. and has covered disaster and tragedy including murders, vehicular accidents, fires, typhoons, earthquakes and volcanic activities. His report on pollution caused by the overcrowding of fish cages in Taal Lake was chosen as finalist for the 2008 Developing Asia Journalism Awards in Tokyo, Japan. Luistro is a former correspondent of the Philippine Daily Inquirer, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication.