Ben Reininga is the former head of editorial at Snapchat.
There, he and his team established partnerships with major news organizations, built protocols to fight misinformation, and worked to create a more engaging and diverse content experience. Prior to that he spent more than a decade in editing, video production and newsroom management. As a fellow, he will focus on the rise of creator journalists on social platforms, identifying responsible ways to harness growing audience interest while maintaining credibility.