Jane Martinson

Professor Jane Martinson is the Marjorie Deane Professor of Financial Journalism at City, University of London, within the Department of Journalism in the College of Arts and Social Sciences. She is a former senior editorial leader at The Guardian, where she held roles including Head of Media, Women’s Editor, and US business correspondent. She is also a current Guardian columnist and visiting lecturer at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Education:

• MA in English, Cambridge University, United Kingdom
• Postgraduate Diploma in Newspaper Journalism, City, University of London, United Kingdom

Her research and professional expertise span financial journalism, media analysis, corporate governance, and gender representation in media. She has led influential research on women's portrayal in the press and continues to advocate for diversity in journalism and sports. Her work bridges academia and high-impact media practice, focusing on ethical reporting, digital transformation, and inclusion.

Although no formal publications are listed in the provided text, her career demonstrates sustained engagement with critical issues in journalism, finance, and social equity, contributing to public discourse through writing, broadcasting, and policy engagement.

Scientific and Professional Awards:

• New pensions writer of the year award
• Shortlisted for the Rosemary Goodchild award for journalism
• Prince's Trust award for writing

Jane Martinson has mentored emerging journalists through her roles at The Guardian and academic institutions. She has chaired the Guardian student media awards and judged prestigious industry honors including the RTS Television Awards and Broadcasting Press Guild Awards. Her leadership extends to advisory roles, including as a trustee of Women in Sport and committee member of Women in Journalism. She has contributed to national conversations on media ethics and diversity, including testimony before the House of Lords communications committee.

She has been actively involved in media commentary, with regular appearances on BBC Radio 4, ITV, Sky News, and international forums such as the Oxford Media Convention and Web Summit. Her work reflects a strong commitment to public engagement and the evolution of journalistic standards in the digital age.