Ross Colvin
About Ross Colvin
Ross Colvin is an experienced journalist currently serving as the Immigration Editor at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2019. He has a diverse background in political reporting and editorial roles, having worked in various capacities at Thomson Reuters since 2000, including as Bureau Chief in South Latin America and U.S. Politics Editor.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Ross Colvin has held multiple editorial positions at Thomson Reuters, starting as Senior Sub-Editor/Chief Sub-Editor from 2000 to 2006 in London. He served as Iraq Correspondent from 2006 to 2008 in Baghdad, followed by roles as White House Correspondent and U.S. Politics Editor in Washington D.C. from 2009 to 2012. Colvin was the Chief Correspondent in India from 2012 to 2013 and later worked as 2016 Election Editor in Greater New York City in 2015. He transitioned to the role of Bureau Chief for South Latin America in Buenos Aires from 2018 to 2019. Colvin returned to Washington D.C. to serve as Top News Editor, Americas from 2013 to 2019, and has been the Immigration Editor since 2019.
Education and Expertise
Ross Colvin has developed extensive expertise in journalism, particularly in political reporting and immigration issues. His background includes significant experience covering U.S. politics, foreign policy, and global immigration trends. Colvin has demonstrated his ability to oversee complex editorial projects, including investigative series that have influenced legislation. His work has provided insights into U.S. immigration policies, especially during the Trump administration.
Background
Colvin began his journalism career at Daily Dispatch in South Africa, where he worked as a reporter and political reporter from 1992 to 1995. He later joined Thomson Reuters, where he built a diverse portfolio of roles across various regions and topics. His international experience includes reporting from India and South America, as well as covering significant events in the U.S. political landscape.
Achievements
Ross Colvin has received several awards for his contributions to journalism. He was honored with the 2017 Edwin M. Hood Award for Diplomatic Correspondence. In 2014, he was recognized as the Reuters Editor of the Year. Additionally, he received the 2013 Goenka Award for a notable interview with Narendra Modi, which included significant quotes that garnered attention.