Brian Stelter

Early Career and TVNewser

As a freshman at Towson University in 2004, Stelter launched TVNewser, a blog focused on the television news industry and its key figures. The site quickly gained popularity for its in-depth media coverage. In July 2004, Stelter sold the blog to Mediabistro.com but continued to manage and write for it until his graduation. His early success with TVNewser positioned him as a rising voice in media journalism.

The New York Times

After graduating, Stelter joined The New York Times in 2007 as a media reporter. During his tenure, he covered television and digital media for both the Business Day and Arts sections. He was also a key contributor to the newspaper’s "Media Decoder" blog, where he provided insights into trends and developments within the media landscape.

CNN and Reliable Sources

In 2013, Stelter transitioned to CNN, where he became the host of Reliable Sources, a weekly show dedicated to examining the media and its coverage of current events. As CNN’s chief media correspondent, he also contributed to CNN’s media unit and wrote a nightly e-newsletter, offering analysis on the day’s most pressing media stories.

Media Reporting and Analysis

Throughout his career, Stelter has built a reputation as a thoughtful and influential media reporter. His work has focused on the evolving relationship between media institutions and the public, often exploring themes related to journalistic integrity, digital transformation, and media accountability.