Joseph Markman
About Joseph Markman
Joseph Markman serves as the Senior Managing Editor for Oil and Gas Investor at Hart Energy, where he has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, he has held various editorial roles at Hart Energy and previously worked at the Houston Chronicle.
Work at Hart Energy
Joseph Markman currently serves as the Senior Managing Editor for Oil and Gas Investor at Hart Energy, a position he has held since 2023. His tenure at Hart Energy spans over a decade, with various roles including Communications Manager, Research & Consulting, Senior Editor for Midstream Business, and Senior Editor for Markets & Data. He has guided the development of special interest franchises such as '25 Influential Women in Energy' and 'Forty Under 40'. His extensive experience in the oil and gas sector encompasses coverage from upstream to downstream.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Markman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 1980 to 1984. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in journalism and energy reporting. He has developed expertise in covering various aspects of the oil and gas industry, including methane emissions and satellite monitoring, and has embraced a digital-first approach in his work.
Background
Before his current role at Hart Energy, Joseph Markman worked for the Houston Chronicle as a Senior Copy Editor for 18 years, from 1991 to 2009. He also held a position as a Layout/Copy Editor at The Jerusalem Post for seven months in 1990. His career in journalism began with roles at Hart Energy, where he progressed from Associate Editor in Research & Consulting to various senior editorial positions, demonstrating a commitment to the field over many years.
Achievements
Joseph Markman has played a significant role in the development of special interest franchises at Hart Energy, including '25 Influential Women in Energy' and 'Forty Under 40'. His commitment to covering the oil and gas industry has contributed to a deeper understanding of critical issues, such as methane emissions. Markman is known for his belief that the term 'outlook' is essential in discussions about energy markets, reflecting his focus on industry trends.