Nathan Ashby Kuhlman
About Nathan Ashby Kuhlman
Nathan Ashby Kuhlman serves as the Product Director at The New York Times, a position he has held since 2019. With a background in various editorial and production roles at the organization, he connects the newsroom with technology and product teams to enhance journalistic tools.
Current Role at The New York Times
Nathan Ashby Kuhlman serves as the Product Director at The New York Times, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he acts as a liaison between the newsroom and the technology and product teams, facilitating collaboration and ensuring that product development aligns with journalistic needs. His responsibilities include supervising projects that focus on building internal-facing tools designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of journalists.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Kuhlman has an extensive history with The New York Times, having held multiple positions since 2006. He began as a Producer at NYTimes.com from 2006 to 2008, then transitioned to Chief Producer from 2008 to 2011. Following that, he served as Assistant Editor for Digital Platforms from 2011 to 2013, and as Senior Editor for Digital Operations from 2013 to 2016. Before assuming his current role, he was Deputy Editor for News Platforms from 2016 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Kuhlman studied at Swarthmore College from 1998 to 2002, where he developed a foundation in critical thinking and analysis. His professional expertise encompasses a unique combination of news judgment, editing, digital production, coding, and technical troubleshooting. This diverse skill set enables him to effectively manage product development and editorial processes.
Skills and Contributions
Kuhlman possesses a unique blend of skills that contribute to his effectiveness in the role of Product Director. His background in news judgment and editing, combined with technical skills in digital production and coding, allows him to bridge the gap between editorial and technical teams. He supervises projects aimed at creating tools that support journalists, enhancing their ability to deliver news effectively.