Bob Rose

Bob Rose currently serves as a Digital News Specialist at AlignSimple, a role commenced in August 2023, focusing on aiding news organizations in utilizing optimal tools for story coverage and audience engagement. Previously, Bob held the position of Vice President for Digital Content and Strategy at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch from October 2017 to August 2023, where responsibilities included overseeing digital news content and collaborating with partners to develop new products across various platforms. Bob's extensive career at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch spanned from 1988 to 2017, during which time various roles included Deputy Managing Editor and Design Director. Bob began their career at Gannett, serving as Assistant Managing Editor for Sports and as a Copy Editor/Designer. Bob holds degrees in Journalism and Political Science from the University of Missouri-Columbia, earned between 1979 and 1983.