Kate Crawford
About Kate Crawford
Kate Crawford is the QA and Testing Lead at The Daily Memphian, with extensive experience in journalism and editing roles across various organizations.
Current Position at The Daily Memphian
Kate Crawford holds the position of QA and Testing Lead at The Daily Memphian. She has been with the company since 2019, contributing to quality assurance and rigorous testing processes. Her role involves ensuring that all journalistic content meets the high standards required for publication. Through her leadership in QA and testing, she maintains the reliability and accuracy of The Daily Memphian’s digital offerings.
Previous Roles at The Daily Memphian
Before becoming the QA and Testing Lead, Kate Crawford worked as an Associate Editor at The Daily Memphian from 2018 to 2019. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing the editorial content, managing writing staff, and ensuring cohesive editorial standards across various publications. Her experience in such a capacity has provided her with a solid foundation in content management and editorial oversight.
Experience at The Memphis Daily News Publishing Co.
Kate Crawford served as an Associate Editor and Social Media Specialist at The Memphis Daily News Publishing Co. from 2010 to 2019. Over these nine years, she managed editorial functions while also developing and executing social media strategies, helping to increase the publication’s online presence and engagement. Her dual role signified a blend of traditional journalism and modern media practices.
Educational Background
Kate Crawford graduated from The University of Memphis with a B.A. in Journalism and Sociology. Her education spanned from 1998 to 2002, providing her with a solid foundation in media and communication. The combination of journalism and sociology studies likely contributed to her comprehensive understanding of societal contexts and reporting.
Diverse Editorial Roles
Throughout her career, Kate Crawford has held various editorial positions. She worked as a Technical Editor at Mobile Analytical Monitoring and Miniaturization Laboratory (MAMML) from 2009 to 2011, and as a Research Analyst and Copy Editor at The Daily News between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, she has been a Freelance Editor for Memphis Downtowner Magazine for 11 years, and an Editor/Copy Editor at Kerlak Publishing for a year. These roles underline her versatile editing capabilities and extensive experience in the field.