Diego Ribadeneira
About Diego Ribadeneira
Diego Ribadeneira serves as the Americas Editor at The New York Times, a position he has held since 2022. With extensive experience in journalism, he has worked in various editorial roles at The New York Times, The Miami Herald, and The Boston Globe.
Current Role at The New York Times
Diego Ribadeneira serves as the Americas Editor at The New York Times, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he collaborates with correspondents and freelance writers across multiple countries to enhance the newspaper's international coverage. His responsibilities include overseeing stories related to Latin America, leveraging his strong proficiency in Spanish to ensure accurate and comprehensive reporting.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Ribadeneira has an extensive history with The New York Times, having worked in various editorial roles. He served as Assistant Editor from 2004 to 2010, followed by a position as Assistant Metropolitan Editor from 2010 to 2012. He returned to the role of Assistant Metropolitan Editor in 2014, where he has continued to work for over a decade. His experience at the publication has equipped him with a deep understanding of metropolitan and international journalism.
Background in Journalism
Diego Ribadeneira began his journalism career at The Boston Globe, where he worked as a Reporter from 1986 to 1999 and later as Deputy City Editor from 1999 to 2002. He transitioned to The Miami Herald as Deputy Metro Editor from 2002 to 2004 before joining The New York Times. His diverse experiences across major publications have contributed to his expertise in urban and international news coverage.
Education and Expertise
Ribadeneira studied at Northwestern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from 1982 to 1986. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in journalistic principles and practices, which he applies in his current role. He aims to expand his management and multimedia portfolio, indicating a commitment to professional development in these areas.
Focus on Multimedia and Data Visualization
In his editorial work, Ribadeneira focuses on generating ideas for multimedia presentations to engage a diverse audience. He collaborates closely with interactive graphic editors and data analysts to enhance storytelling through data visualization. This approach aims to provide readers with a more engaging and informative experience.