Matt Peterson

Matt Peterson is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in journalism and internal communications. Currently serving as the Director of Publications and Internal Communications at Methodist Health System since January 2020, Peterson previously held various editorial positions at The Dallas Morning News from April 2004 to December 2019, including Criminal Justice/Breaking News Editor, Team Leader/Special Writer, and Assistant Public Safety Editor, where responsibilities ranged from leading reporting teams to managing content for online and print publications. Prior experience includes a role as Copy Editor at the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Holding a Bachelor's degree with a double major in English and Journalism from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Peterson brings a diverse skill set in writing, editing, and team management to the field.