Roxanna Scott has been promoted to the position of executive editor and vice president for USA TODAY Sports. In her new role, Scott will coordinate coverage with the USA TODAY Network, collaborate with sports editors from different regions, and focus on impactful stories that deeply connect with readers. She is committed to building an inclusive team that reflects the diversity of the leagues, teams, and athletes covered by USA TODAY. Emily Brown has also been named the Managing Editor of Platforms and Programming, overseeing content management across diverse platforms.
Roxanna Scott Promoted to Executive Editor and Vice President
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Roxanna Scott has been promoted to the position of executive editor and vice president for USA TODAY Sports. With over 15 years of experience as a sportswriter for major publications, Scott brings an authoritative and commanding voice to her new role. Her analytical and insightful tone, combined with a focused and knowledgeable personality, will enhance the sports coverage provided by USA TODAY.
In her new position, Scott will have a broader responsibility of coordinating coverage with the USA TODAY Network, which includes news outlets across the country. This collaboration will be particularly significant for major sporting events like the Super Bowl and March Madness. Scott's extensive experience in sports journalism, including her role in piloting USA TODAY's coverage of the past eight Olympic Games, will undoubtedly be valuable in this expanded role.
One of Scott's goals is to harness the reporting power of the approximately 500 sports journalists within the USA TODAY Network. She aims to delve into impactful stories that deeply connect with readers. Scott plans to collaborate with local and regional editors to identify strong candidates and create opportunities for rising talent. Her commitment to building an inclusive team that reflects the diversity of the leagues, teams, and athletes covered by USA TODAY is a testament to her dedication to excellence.
Emily Brown Named Managing Editor of Platforms and Programming
Emily Brown, with her 14 years of experience in various digital roles at USA TODAY, has been named the Managing Editor of Platforms and Programming. Brown's expertise lies in overseeing content management across diverse platforms, including desktop, app, and mobile experiences, as well as social channels, podcasts, newsletters, and other audience outreach initiatives.
As a champion of pushing the boundaries of storytelling, Brown's analytical and insightful tone, combined with her focused and knowledgeable personality, will contribute to delivering engaging journalism across multiple platforms. Her enthusiasm for audience team efforts will ensure USA TODAY continues to deliver high-quality content that resonates with readers.
Gannett Announces Other Leadership Changes
Gannett, the parent company of USA TODAY, has also announced other leadership changes. Holly Moore will continue as managing editor and expand her role to include newsroom operations. Peter Barzilai will become the deputy managing editor for USA TODAY Sports, while Cristina Silva will continue as the deputy managing editor of enterprise, overseeing education coverage in addition to race and social justice. David Brinkerhoff will continue as the deputy managing editor for money, tech, and travel.
These leadership changes reflect Gannett's commitment to delivering high-quality journalism and ensuring a diverse and inclusive newsroom. With the expertise and dedication of individuals like Roxanna Scott and Emily Brown, USA TODAY is well-positioned to continue providing comprehensive sports coverage and engaging storytelling across various platforms.