Ross Maghielse

Ross Maghielse is an accomplished media professional with a robust background in audience engagement and digital content strategy. Currently serving as the Deputy Managing Editor, Innovation & Development at The Philadelphia Inquirer since September 2017, Ross plays a crucial role in shaping audience growth and strategic direction while leading recruitment, retention, and staff development in the newsroom. Previous positions include Senior Director of Programming & Audience and Director of Digital Programming & Audience Development at The Philadelphia Inquirer, along with roles at Guardian News & Media as Audience Engagement Editor, CBS Local Digital Media as Social Strategy Manager, and Facebook NY in the Public Content Team. Ross holds a degree from Oakland University and has demonstrated expertise in transforming news operations in various capacities, including reporting and multimedia journalism earlier in the career.