Ben Koski
About Ben Koski
Ben Koski serves as the Senior Director of Interactive News, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in interactive news roles, including previous positions as Deputy Editor and Director of Interactive News.
Current Role at The New York Times
Ben Koski serves as the Senior Director of Interactive News at The New York Times. He has held this position since 2019, leading the Interactive News team. His role involves overseeing projects and initiatives that enhance the interactive experience for news consumers. Koski is also part of the NYT Product Engineering leadership team, where he focuses on cross-organizational initiatives to improve product offerings.
Previous Experience in Interactive News
Before his current role, Koski worked in various capacities in the field of interactive news. He served as Deputy Editor for Interactive News from 2014 to 2017 and as Director of Interactive News from 2017 to 2019. His career also includes a position as Assistant Editor for Interactive News from 2012 to 2014, where he contributed to the development of interactive content.
Educational Background
Koski studied at Haverford College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Growth and Structure of Cities, with a minor in Computational Methods. His academic tenure spanned from 2002 to 2006, providing him with a foundation in both urban studies and technical skills relevant to his career.
Early Career and Internships
Koski began his career with several internships, including positions at the Economy League of Greater Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Inquirer in 2004 and 2005, respectively. He also completed a summer fellowship at The Poynter Institute in 2006. These early experiences contributed to his understanding of journalism and interactive media.
Technical Contributions and Leadership
In addition to his editorial roles, Koski has a strong technical background. He worked as a Software Engineer from 2007 to 2012 and later as a Senior Developer for the Olympics in 2011-2012. His leadership extends to managing the Interactive News team's GitHub repository, which is accessible at http://github.com/newsdev/about-int, showcasing his commitment to open-source collaboration in news development.