Rhiannon Chung

Lead Media Strategist

M.S., University of Pennsylvania, Annenberg School for Communication

14+ years experience

Rhiannon Chung is a Lead Media Strategist at Veridian Insights, a leading firm in data-driven communication intelligence. With over 14 years of dedicated experience, Rhiannon specializes in the intricate analysis of news media, particularly focusing on the algorithmic biases, narrative framing, and audience segmentation within digital news ecosystems. Her academic foundation includes a Master of Science in Communication from the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania, where her thesis explored the impact of social media algorithms on journalistic integrity. Prior to her role at Veridian Insights, Rhiannon was a Senior Analyst at Global News Metrics, where she spearheaded the development of a proprietary framework designed to identify subtle geopolitical influences and state-sponsored narratives in international reporting. This framework has since been adopted by several academic institutions for critical media studies. Her seminal work, "The Algorithmic Echo: How Platforms Shape Public Perception," published in the Journal of Digital Journalism, is widely cited as a cornerstone for understanding contemporary news consumption and its societal implications. Rhiannon's professional philosophy centers on demystifying the complex interplay between technology, media, and public discourse, empowering audiences to engage with news critically. Readers can expect her articles to offer rigorous, evidence-based insights, often revealing hidden patterns and challenging conventional interpretations of news events

Articles by Rhiannon Chung

Media Analysis

Info Platforms: Trust & Truth in 2026

The digital age has fundamentally reshaped how we consume information, making providing a platform for insightful commentary and analysis on the evolving landscape of education,…

Rhiannon Chung · · 5 min read
Media Analysis

Balanced News: Is 2026 the Year of Trust?

The relentless pursuit of truly balanced news is fundamentally transforming how information is consumed and produced, shifting from sensationalism to verifiable facts and diverse perspectives.…

Rhiannon Chung · · 7 min read
Media Analysis

News Challenges: 15% Distrust by 2025?

Opinion: The relentless 24/7 cycle of modern news consumption presents unprecedented challenges for both creators and consumers, often leading to critical mistakes that undermine trust…

Rhiannon Chung · · 7 min read