Ray Rivera
About Ray Rivera
Ray Rivera is a seasoned reporter and executive editor known for his impactful journalism, including coverage of Boeing's 737 MAX issues, which earned a Pulitzer Prize in 2020. He currently serves as Executive Editor of The Oklahoman and has held various leadership roles at The Seattle Times and other notable publications.
Work at The New York Times
Ray Rivera worked as a reporter for The New York Times, where he covered critical issues, including the use of death squads by insurgents along the Pakistan border while reporting from Afghanistan. His reporting contributed to the newspaper's reputation for in-depth investigative journalism.
Current Role at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK
Since 2021, Ray Rivera has served as the Executive Editor of The Oklahoman and Gannett's Sunbelt Region. In this role, he oversees editorial operations and content strategy, focusing on delivering impactful journalism to the Oklahoma community.
Experience at The Seattle Times
Ray Rivera has been with The Seattle Times since 2017, initially serving as Deputy Managing Editor and later as Managing Editor. His leadership in these roles has been instrumental in shaping the newspaper's editorial direction and enhancing its coverage of local and national news.
Education and Expertise
Ray Rivera has extensive experience in journalism, with a background that includes significant reporting on global events such as the 2010 earthquake in Haiti and the Fort Hood shooting in 2009. His expertise encompasses investigative reporting and editorial leadership.
Achievements in Journalism
Ray Rivera oversaw coverage of systemic problems with Boeing's 737 MAX, which won the 2020 Pulitzer Prize for national reporting. Additionally, he led the Santa Fe New Mexican to be recognized as the best small newspaper in America in 2015 by the Local Media Association.