Gordon K. Hurd
About Gordon K. Hurd
Gordon K. Hurd is a Senior Editor at The New York Times, specializing in newsroom product and audience engagement. He has extensive experience in editorial roles across various media organizations and holds an MFA in Creative Writing.
Current Role at The New York Times
Gordon K. Hurd serves as the Senior Editor for Newsroom Product and Audience at The New York Times. He has held this position since 2020, where he leads a team focused on audience metrics and data tools. His role involves overseeing the development and implementation of newsroom products aimed at enhancing audience engagement and optimizing content delivery.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Prior to his current role, Hurd worked at The New York Times as an Editor specializing in search engine optimization and digital platforms from 2018 to 2020. During this time, he contributed to enhancing the digital presence of the publication and improving its search engine visibility.
Professional Background
Hurd has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles at various media organizations. He served as Senior Editorial Director at Interactive One from 2012 to 2014 and as Senior Editor at Yahoo, Inc. from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he was the Editor-in-Chief at Asylum.com, part of AOL, from 2008 to 2011, and held a position as Senior Web Editor at McKinsey & Company from 2007 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Gordon K. Hurd holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing from the University of San Francisco, where he studied from 2003 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Visual Arts from UC San Diego. His educational background supports his expertise in content creation, editing, and digital strategy.
Freelance Work and Teaching
In addition to his editorial roles, Hurd works as a freelance writer, editor, and content strategist. He collaborates with various clients on website launches, special projects, UI/UX copy, marketing, and SEO. He has also served as an Adjunct Professor at NYU SCPS from 2014 to 2018, where he taught courses related to his field.