Jess Ruderman
About Jess Ruderman
Jess Ruderman is a News Assistant at The New York Times, recognized for contributions to COVID-19 reporting and tracking. She has a background in journalism and has held various editorial roles at multiple publications.
Current Role at The New York Times
Jess Ruderman has been serving as a News Assistant at The New York Times since 2020. In this role, she assists the science desk, focusing on the global vaccine tracker. Her work contributes to the newspaper's comprehensive coverage of health-related issues, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Prior to her current position, Jess Ruderman held various roles in journalism. She worked at Spoon University as Editorial Director from 2018 to 2019, and as a Contributing Writer from 2016 to 2018. At The Quinnipiac Chronicle, she served as News Editor for 7 months in 2018 and briefly as Associate News Editor. Additionally, she was a Staff Writer for 2 years, contributing to the publication's news coverage.
Education and Expertise
Jess Ruderman studied at Quinnipiac University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from 2016 to 2019. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Interactive Communications and Media from 2019 to 2020. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in journalism and media.
Awards and Recognition
Ruderman's contributions to journalism have been recognized through several awards. She was part of the team that won the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service for efforts in COVID-19 reporting. Additionally, her work on tracking COVID-19 cases and vaccine eligibility earned her the 2020 Philip Meyer Journalism Award. She also received a gold award for public service from the Society for News Design for her COVID-19 coverage.