Will Wright
About Will Wright
Will Wright is a Politics Reporter at The Charlotte Observer, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in journalism, having held various positions at several publications, including The New York Times and Lexington Herald-Leader.
Work at The Charlotte Observer
Will Wright has served as a Politics Reporter at The Charlotte Observer since 2021. In this role, he covers political events and issues relevant to Charlotte, North Carolina. His reporting focuses on local and state politics, providing insights and analysis to the publication's readership.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining The Charlotte Observer, Will Wright worked at several notable publications. He was an Eastern Kentucky reporter for the Lexington Herald-Leader from 2018 to 2020. He also completed a National Reporting Fellowship at The New York Times from 2020 to 2021. His earlier roles included Project Editor, Delivery Manager, and Assistant News Editor at the Kentucky Kernel, where he gained extensive experience in various editorial capacities.
Education and Expertise
Will Wright holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from the University of Kentucky, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. He furthered his education at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, focusing on Journalism and Spanish from 2014 to 2015. His academic background supports his expertise in reporting and news production.
Internship Experience
Wright gained valuable experience through various internships. He interned at The Sacramento Bee in 2014 and at Lexington Family Magazine in 2016. Additionally, he completed an internship at the Lexington Herald-Leader in 2015. These internships provided him with practical skills in journalism and contributed to his professional development.