Robin Johnston

Robin Johnston has a strong background in the publishing industry. They started their career in 1993 as an Assistant Art Director at the Chicago Tribune. In 1996, they joined The News and Observer as a Designer and eventually became the Features Design Director.

In 2003, Robin moved to The Charlotte Observer and held various roles, including Deputy Design Director, Design Director, and Director of the Universal Desk. They were responsible for overseeing visuals, managing staff, and maintaining visual and editing standards.

In 2011, Robin joined McClatchy and worked their way up to the position of Director of Publishing Workflows. They led teams responsible for print and digital replica editions, design and development, and digital ventures. They played a key role in managing the company's experiments with frequency of delivery and migrating readers to digital platforms. They also led the team through the Democratic National Convention.

Overall, Robin has extensive experience in editorial content strategy, visual presentation, team management, and implementing new initiatives in the publishing industry.

Robin Johnston earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, attending from 1989 to 1993. Prior to that, Robin graduated from Myers Park High School in Charlotte, NC, receiving a high school diploma and ranking as the salutatorian from 1986 to 1989. Additionally, Robin obtained several certifications through LinkedIn, including Operational Excellence Foundations in 2023, Supply Chain Foundations, Understanding and Prioritizing Data Privacy, and Unconscious Bias in 2021.