Kathleen Flynn
About Kathleen Flynn
Kathleen Flynn is a Staff Editor at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2014 in The Upshot section. She has over two decades of experience in editing and publishing, and is also an author, having published 'The Jane Austen Project' in 2017.
Work at The New York Times
Kathleen Flynn has been a Staff Editor at The New York Times since 2014, contributing to The Upshot, a section recognized for its analytical and data-driven journalism. Prior to her current role, she worked as an Editor on the Foreign-National Copy Desk from 2011 to 2014 and served as an Assigning Editor for the Neediest Cases Campaign Coverage from 2007 to 2011. Her tenure at The New York Times reflects over a decade of editorial experience within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Kathleen Flynn studied at Barnard College from 1984 to 1988, where she completed her undergraduate education. She furthered her studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a Master of Arts in Journalism from 1992 to 1994. Additionally, she attended Hotchkiss, which contributed to her foundational education. Her academic background supports her extensive experience in editing and publishing.
Background
Kathleen Flynn has over two decades of experience in editing and publishing. Before joining The New York Times, she worked as a copy editor at The News & Observer from 1994 to 2005, where she honed her skills in editorial processes. Her career trajectory includes various editorial roles that have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of journalism and publishing.
Achievements
In addition to her editorial roles, Kathleen Flynn is also a published author. She released a novel titled 'The Jane Austen Project' in 2017 through HarperCollins Publishers. Since 2017, she has been working as a Book Author at HarperCollins, further expanding her contributions to literature and publishing.