Director of Editorial Operations, NBC News Politics and "Meet the Press"

Matt Rivera is an award-winning media professional with over 20 years of experience in producing and managing digital content. As the Director of Editorial Operations for NBC News Politics and "Meet the Press," Matt's work focuses on expanding audience reach across platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leads a team of editors and producers in creating and elevating politics reporting across broadcast, digital platforms, and production teams

  • Collaborates with various business units to develop and execute strategic initiatives that enhance the reach and impact of NBC News Politics

  • Serves as Content Strategy Director for "Meet the Press," driving innovation and expansion of the brand

Notable Achievements:

  1. Launched the "Meet the Press Film Festival" in collaboration with the American Film Institute (AFI)

  2. Spearheaded the creation of "Meet the Press Reports," an award-winning series of special programming

  3. Successfully extended the "Meet the Press" brand beyond its traditional Sunday audience, reaching new demographics and platforms

Matt's expertise lies in identifying opportunities for growth, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and leveraging emerging technologies and platforms to deliver high-quality political content to a diverse and evolving audience.