Christopher Herrera

Senior Media Ethics Analyst

M.S., Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism

15+ years experience

Christopher Herrera is a leading Media Ethics Analyst with fifteen years of experience navigating the complex ethical landscape of news reporting. As a Senior Fellow at the Global Press Institute, she dedicates her research to the ethical implications of AI integration in journalism, data privacy, and the responsible use of deepfake technology. Prior to her current role, she served as the Director of Editorial Standards at the Institute for Digital Trust, where her work was instrumental in developing industry-wide best practices for ethical data acquisition and content verification. Herrera holds a Master of Science in Media Studies from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. Her professional philosophy centers on the belief that a robust, ethical framework is the bedrock of credible journalism, especially as technology rapidly evolves. Readers can expect her articles to offer incisive analysis, practical guidance, and thought-provoking perspectives on the most pressing ethical dilemmas facing the news industry today, always grounded in a commitment to truth and public trust. Her seminal book, 'The Algorithmic Conscience: Journalism in the Age of AI,' remains a vital resource for media professionals globally

Articles by Christopher Herrera

Media Ethics

Artist Profiles: Avoid 5 Mistakes in 2026

Crafting compelling in-depth artist profiles for news outlets demands more than just a surface-level interview. It requires meticulous research, a keen journalistic eye, and a…

Christopher Herrera · · 9 min read
Media Ethics

Media’s 2026 Blind Spot: Why Artistry Dies

Opinion: The media industrial complex has a dirty little secret: it consistently overlooks genuine artistry in favor of easily marketable, lowest-common-denominator content. This deliberate blind…

Christopher Herrera · · 8 min read
Media Ethics

Content Advocacy: What Works in 2026?

The digital content sphere is overflowing with “common” and “why you should like…” articles advocating for overlooked works, yet many struggle to genuinely connect with…

Christopher Herrera · · 5 min read
Media Ethics

Artist Profiles: Narratives Win in 2026

Crafting compelling in-depth artist profiles is more than just reporting facts; it’s about weaving narratives that resonate, build connection, and ultimately drive engagement in the…

Christopher Herrera · · 7 min read