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

Advocacy Articles: Winning Fans in 2026

Key Takeaways Craft compelling “why you should like…” articles by focusing on unique value propositions and underrepresented aspects of overlooked works, moving beyond superficial praise.…

Christopher Herrera · · 9 min read
Media Ethics

News Shows: Restoring Trust in 2026

Opinion: In an era saturated with information, the quality of the shows we consume as news sources has never been more consequential. I firmly believe…

Christopher Herrera · · 8 min read
Media Ethics

News Shows in 2026: Why They Fail Us

Opinion: The daily inundation of information, particularly from news shows, has become a double-edged sword: offering unparalleled access to events as they unfold, yet simultaneously…

Christopher Herrera · · 7 min read