Christopher Plourde
About Christopher Plourde
Christopher Plourde is a Senior Staff Editor at The New York Times, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in editing and crafting promotional materials, with a career spanning several notable publications.
Current Role at The New York Times
Christopher Plourde has served as a Senior Staff Editor at The New York Times since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing editorial content and ensuring its quality and accuracy. His work contributes to both online and print publications, enhancing reader engagement through effective promotional materials such as headlines and summaries. Plourde's extensive experience in the field allows him to address various editorial challenges, ensuring that the content meets the publication's standards.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Prior to his current position, Plourde held various editorial roles at notable publications. He worked as an Assistant News Editor at Newsday for six months in 1996, and as a Copy Editor at The Hartford Courant from 1989 to 1993. Additionally, he served as a Copy Editor and Wire Editor at The Eagle-Tribune from 1986 to 1989, and later returned to Newsday as a Copy Editor from 1994 to 1996. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in news editing and reporting.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Plourde earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Western New England University, where he studied from 1979 to 1983. His academic background complements his professional experience in journalism. Plourde possesses expertise in crafting promotional materials that enhance reader engagement, as well as troubleshooting news reports to ensure fairness, accuracy, and the avoidance of libelous content.
Career Timeline
Plourde's career in journalism spans several decades, beginning in the mid-1980s. He worked at The Eagle-Tribune from 1986 to 1989, followed by a position at The Hartford Courant until 1993. Afterward, he joined Newsday, where he worked in various capacities until 1997. He has been with The New York Times since 1997, marking over 27 years of service at the publication. His extensive experience reflects a deep commitment to the field of journalism.