Drew Cogbill
About Drew Cogbill
Drew Cogbill serves as the Technical Product Director at The New York Times, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in product management and development, with previous roles at The New York Times and Small Planet, and has been a faculty member at the School of Visual Arts since 2014.
Current Role at The New York Times
Drew Cogbill serves as the Technical Product Director at The New York Times, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving the centralized app platform strategy across various teams, which includes native, hybrid, app operations, and release management. He plays a key role in hiring, managing, and developing product managers to support the mobile development strategy. His efforts also include facilitating partnerships with major tech companies such as Google and Apple to enhance mobile development efficiency.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Before becoming the Technical Product Director, Drew Cogbill worked as a Senior Technical Product Manager at The New York Times from 2018 to 2021. During this time, he contributed to various technical projects and product management initiatives that supported the organization's digital strategy.
Professional Background in Media and Technology
Drew Cogbill has a diverse professional background in media and technology. He worked at Small Planet as an Executive Producer from 2015 to 2018, where he oversaw production processes. Prior to that, he held multiple roles at Small Planet, including Developer/Producer and Senior Producer, from 2010 to 2015. His experience also includes serving as a Caribbean Development Officer at Peacework in Belize from 2007 to 2009.
Academic Qualifications
Drew Cogbill holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry and Music from the University of Arkansas, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at Parsons School of Design, earning a Master of Fine Arts in Design & Technology from 2007 to 2009. His academic background supports his expertise in both technical and creative domains.
Teaching Experience
In addition to his industry roles, Drew Cogbill has been involved in academia as a faculty member at the School of Visual Arts since 2014. He has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Parsons The New School for Design from 2012 to 2018, where he contributed to the education of students in design and technology.