David Heiling
About David Heiling
David Heiling is a Senior Editor at Credit Karma, where he oversees editorial efforts and contributes to team planning and project execution. He has a background in journalism and business, with experience in various editorial roles across multiple organizations.
Work at Credit Karma
David Heiling currently serves as a Senior Editor at Credit Karma, a role he has held since 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this position, he acts as an editorial touchpoint for product, marketing, and engagement teams. He contributes to teamwide OKR planning, goal setting, and project execution. Additionally, he leads the strategy, development, and maintenance for the auto insurance and auto loans verticals. He also acts as the AI experiment lead, focusing on innovative content solutions and managing freelance contributors to ensure quality and consistency in content delivery.
Education and Expertise
David Heiling studied at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where he earned a Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a focus on Journalism from 2009 to 2013. He is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at LSU Shreveport, with studies in Marketing, Project Management, and International Business from 2022 to 2024. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both journalism and business management.
Background
David Heiling has a diverse professional background in editorial roles across various organizations. He worked at BestReviews as a Production Manager and Assignment Editor from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he served as a Content Editor at Hoodline from 2018 to 2020. His earlier experience includes roles at Wenatchee World, where he was both Sports Editor and Sports Writer from 2014 to 2018, and as Editor in Chief at The Spectator in 2013.
Achievements
Throughout his career, David Heiling has contributed to various editorial projects and initiatives. At Credit Karma, he plays a significant role in managing freelance contributors and ensuring content quality. His leadership in strategy and development for the auto insurance and auto loans verticals demonstrates his capability in overseeing critical content areas. His involvement in teamwide planning and goal setting reflects his commitment to organizational success.