Gabe Travers
About Gabe Travers
Gabe Travers is a Senior Director with extensive experience in digital media and product development, currently leading product initiatives at The Points Guy. He has previously held significant roles at Hearst Television, where he directed the development of streaming applications and defined digital innovation strategies for a large consumer base.
Work at Red Ventures
Gabe Travers has been serving as Senior Director at Red Ventures since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various strategic initiatives and product developments within the organization. His extensive background in digital media and product innovation supports his contributions to the company's objectives.
Experience at Hearst Television
Gabe Travers has held multiple positions at Hearst Television, showcasing his expertise in digital media. He served as Executive Digital Media Manager, Product Innovation from 2012 to 2014, and later as Director of Digital Product Development from 2014 to 2020. In these roles, he led the development of streaming applications for platforms such as Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV. He also directed a global team to innovate solutions using AI and machine learning, impacting over 30 million consumers.
Education and Expertise
Gabe Travers studied at Southern Methodist University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism and Spanish. He furthered his education at the Hearst Management Institute from 2015 to 2016. His academic background complements his professional experience in digital media and product development.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his tenure at Red Ventures and Hearst Television, Gabe Travers worked in various capacities in the media industry. He was an Executive Producer at Media General from 2007 to 2010 and held roles as a Digital Media Manager at WESH 2 CW18. He also gained early experience as a Production Assistant at ABC News and Fox News Channel in 2004 and 2006, respectively.
Career Development
Gabe Travers began his career as an Intern at KTVT-TV in 2006. He transitioned to Southern Methodist University as a Multimedia Consultant from 2004 to 2007. His career has evolved through various roles in digital media, leading to his current positions at Red Ventures and The Points Guy as Head of Product since 2022.