Christopher Armstrong

Senior Media Ethics Consultant

M.S. Journalism, Columbia University; Certified Digital Ethics Professional

18+ years experience

Christopher Armstrong is a Senior Media Ethics Consultant with 18 years of dedicated experience in upholding journalistic integrity and navigating the complex ethical challenges facing contemporary news organizations. He holds a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University, with a specialization in Media Law and Ethics. Prior to his current consulting role, he spent a decade as the Director of Editorial Integrity at the Global News Alliance, where he was instrumental in developing and implementing their industry-leading 'Trust & Transparency' framework for digital content. Armstrong's professional philosophy centers on the belief that ethical vigilance is not a reactive measure, but a proactive commitment essential for maintaining public trust in news. He is particularly focused on the burgeoning field of AI and automated content, exploring its ethical implications, potential biases, and the imperative for human oversight. Readers can expect his articles to offer insightful analysis, practical frameworks, and forward-thinking solutions for ethical dilemmas in the rapidly evolving news environment, always grounded in a deep understanding of journalistic principles and the public's right to accurate information

Articles by Christopher Armstrong

Media Ethics

Media: Are You Truly Informed in 2026?

Opinion: We live in an era awash in information, yet true comprehension often eludes us. My thesis is simple: the media’s current operational model frequently…

Christopher Armstrong · · 9 min read
Media Ethics

AI in News: Reuters Institute Sets 2027 Ethics

The traditional media industry, long anchored by established institutions, is undergoing a profound metamorphosis. The integration of advanced arts and computational creativity is not merely…

Christopher Armstrong · · 7 min read