Clarissa Pharr

Clarissa Pharr is the Senior Editor of Opinion at MSNBC, where she plays a key role in shaping the network's digital commentary and opinion content.12 Her career in journalism and editorial work spans several prominent media organizations:

Professional Background

Pharr joined MSNBC Digital in 2020 as an opinion editor, coming from Quartz, where she served as the deputy ideas editor.1 Her experience extends to other notable publications:

• The Washington Post
• Harvard Business Review
• Monocle24
• Al-Monitor

She is also an alumna of Columbia Journalism School.4

Role at MSNBC

As Senior Opinion Editor, Pharr is responsible for:

• Overseeing the commentary and opinion section of MSNBC.com
• Editing and curating content from network anchors, hosts, and contributors
• Bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to the public through opinion pieces3

Editorial Philosophy

Pharr's mission as an editor is to amplify stories that reflect the diversity of experiences and realities in society.3 She describes herself as an "expert at editing the experts," highlighting her skill in working with high-profile contributors and thought leaders.4

Digital Presence

Pharr maintains an active professional presence online:

• LinkedIn: clarissa-pharr-00b2516
• Twitter: @ClarissaPharr

Her work contributes to MSNBC's efforts to provide insightful commentary and analysis on current events and important issues in the digital media landscape.