Jessica E. Davis
About Jessica E. Davis
Jessica E. Davis serves as the Senior Director of News Automation & AI Product at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where she has played a significant role in establishing Generative AI standards and developing AI training for journalists. She has extensive experience in journalism and digital operations, having held various leadership positions across notable organizations including USA TODAY and Patch.com.
Current Role at Gannett
Jessica E. Davis serves as the Senior Director of News Automation & AI Product at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK. She has held this position since 2023, working remotely. In her current role, she is responsible for overseeing the integration of automation and artificial intelligence in news production, contributing to the evolution of digital journalism.
Previous Experience at Gannett
Prior to her current role, Jessica worked at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK in various capacities. She served as Senior Director from 2020 to 2022 and as Director of Digital Operations from 2018 to 2020, both based in Nashville, Tennessee. During her tenure, she played a significant role in establishing Generative AI standards within the news division and pioneered a roadmap for AI and automation news products.
Professional Background
Jessica E. Davis has a diverse professional background in journalism and digital operations. She worked as a Senior Local Editor at Patch.com from 2010 to 2013 in Malibu, CA, and later held the position of Video Digital Director at Los Angeles News Group from 2014 to 2016. Her experience includes a focus on digital content and operations, enhancing news delivery through technology.
Education and Expertise
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and History from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Whitworth University. Her educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in journalism principles and historical context, which she applies in her current role in news automation and AI product development.
Contributions to AI in Journalism
In her career, Jessica has made significant contributions to the field of journalism through her work on AI initiatives. She developed a comprehensive AI training series tailored for journalists at Gannett, aimed at enhancing their skills in utilizing AI tools. Her efforts in creating innovative workflows are projected to generate substantial revenue for news organizations.