Derrick Ho
About Derrick Ho
Derrick Ho serves as the Deputy Editor for Homescreen Personalization at The New York Times, bringing extensive experience in digital journalism and product management from various media organizations. His career includes significant roles at Gannett, The Straits Times, and CNN.com, where he specialized in multimedia journalism and digital strategy.
Current Role at The New York Times
Derrick Ho serves as the Deputy Editor for Homescreen Personalization at The New York Times. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development of personalized content strategies for the publication's digital platforms. His role focuses on enhancing user engagement through tailored experiences on the homescreen.
Previous Experience at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK
Prior to his current role, Derrick worked at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK as a Senior Product Manager for Messaging from 2018 to 2020. Based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, he guided the audience engagement strategy and product development roadmap, concentrating on newsletters, notifications, and alerts.
Background in Digital Journalism
Derrick has a strong background in digital journalism, having worked at The Straits Times as Deputy Digital Editor from 2012 to 2016. He played a significant role in the newsroom's digital integration team, where he established the visual storytelling team. His experience also includes positions at CNN.com and Vox Magazine, where he focused on multimedia journalism and digital strategies.
Education and Expertise
Derrick holds a Master's degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he specialized in multimedia journalism, digital strategy, and technology. He also earned an undergraduate degree in Communication and Journalism from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. His educational background supports his expertise in newsroom workflows and analytics tools.
Technical Skills and Tools
Derrick is proficient in various technical skills relevant to digital media. He is familiar with HTML, CSS, and Adobe Digital Publishing tools. Additionally, he is adept at using analytics tools such as Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics, Chartbeat, and Tableau, which enhance his ability to analyze and improve audience engagement.