Justin Smith

Justin Smith is an experienced professional in communications and public affairs. Currently serving as the Publisher and Editor at The News Reporter since August 2018, Justin previously held roles such as Editor and City Council Member for the City of Whiteville from December 2017 to August 2021. Other notable positions include Assistant to the Chancellor for Communications and Research at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Reporter at WECT News, Director of Marketing and Public Affairs at Southeastern Community College, Field Director for Mike McIntyre for Congress, and Economic Development Director for Columbus County. Justin holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.