Danielle Thomson
About Danielle Thomson
Danielle Thomson is a Senior Writer at Recidiviz, where she has worked since 2023. She has a diverse background in writing and research, having held various roles at TED Conferences and WXPN, and holds degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and New York University.
Work at Recidiviz
Danielle Thomson currently serves as a Senior Writer at Recidiviz, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she contributes to the organization's mission of using data and technology to improve the criminal justice system. Based in New York, New York, her work focuses on creating content that informs and engages stakeholders in the field.
Previous Experience at TED Conferences
Prior to her current role, Danielle Thomson worked at TED Conferences in various capacities. She served as a Consultant for Sourcing & Ideation for The Audacious Project from 2021 to 2022. Before that, she held multiple positions including Director of Research from 2018 to 2021, Program Officer from 2017 to 2018, and TED Prize Researcher from 2014 to 2016. Her tenure at TED Conferences spanned several years, during which she contributed to significant projects aimed at fostering innovative ideas.
Education and Expertise
Danielle Thomson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies from the University of Pennsylvania. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Cinema Studies from New York University. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in research and analysis, which she applies in her writing and project development.
Background in Music Programming
Earlier in her career, Danielle Thomson worked as a Music Programming Assistant at WXPN from 2001 to 2003. This role took place in Philadelphia, PA, and contributed to her understanding of media and programming within the music industry. Her experience in music programming complements her diverse skill set in writing and content creation.