A Little About Me
Andrew Springer is an Emmy and Peabody Award wining journalist, producer, entrepreneur, and preacher. The West Virginia-born son of an investigative journalist and grandson of a Methodist circuit rider, Andrew was born into a family with a deep feeling of duty and service to both our fellow human beings and God. His passion for helping move society forward—and disdain for authority—has pushed Andrew to take risks and start new ventures throughout every phase of his career.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Co-founder & CEO, NOTICE News
Launched a new independent, Progressive news brand dedicated to bringing the news to new audiences across social platforms. Amassed over 1.6 million followers over four years. January 2021 - Present.
Seminarian, Greenpoint Reformed Church
Served as summer seminarian for the joint UCC-RCA church Greenpoint Reformed Church in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, overseeing all aspects of the church—from preaching on Sunday morning to the food pantry on Thursdays—for the summer. Summer 2024.
Consultant, Voice of America
Developed and launched a new media brand aimed at bringing America’s story to young Mandarin speakers globally called Plus One. December 2019 - May 2021.
Executive Producer & Creator, Stay Tuned
Developed, launched, and oversaw the very first news show on Snapchat Discover called Stay Tuned from NBC News. Grew Snapchat subscriber base to over 10 million, and expanded Stay Tuned to other social platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. December 2018 - May 2019.
Social Media Director, NBC News
Oversaw NBC News’ presence across all social media platforms, and help the broadcasts of NBC News reach new audiences on digital and social platforms. February 2017 - December 2018.
Director of Growth, Mashable
Oversaw Mashable’s presence on all social media platforms and lead the site’s expansion into organic SEO. July 2016 - February 2017.
Communications & Digital Director, South Carolina, Bernie Sanders for President 2016
Oversaw all digital efforts, including organizing, fundraising, and SMS campaigns, as well as all press related activity in South Carolina for Sen. Bernie Sander’s first run for president in 2015. September 2015 - December 2015.
Social Media Lead, ABC News
Built and oversaw ABC News’ first social media team, establishing and expanding the news division’s presence across all social media platforms. March 2013 - August 2015.
Social Media Producer, Good Morning America
Very first social media producer for the ABC News morning program Good Morning America. March 2012 - February 2013.
Intern, ABC News Washington
I’m putting this here because I am proud to have interned for the amazing journalists of ABC News’s Washington, D.C. bureau, including long time transportation correspondent Lisa Stark and senior justice correspondent Pierre Thomas. Spring 2009.
Intern, Washington Week in Review
I am proud that my very first job in the business was interning for the legendary Gwen Ifill. She once called me the best intern she ever had—despite mixing up her lunch order a couple of times. Spring 2009.
EDUCATION
Master of Religion, Yale Divinity School: In progress. Expected graduation: May 2026.
Master of Science, Digital Journalism, The Columbia Graduate School of Journalism: Honors graduate. Graduated October 2011.
Bachelor of Arts, Religion, The George Washington University: Cum laude. Graduated May 2009.
AWARDS & HONORS
2012 Emmy Award: Outstanding Morning Program, as producer for Good Morning America.
2013 Peabody Award: For being part of the team at ABC News that covered Hurricane Sandy.
2018 International News Media Award: Best launch for new audience segment, as Executive Producer of NBC News’ Stay Tuned.
2018 Shorty Award: Audience choice honoree for Snapchat, as Executive Producer of NBC News’ Stay Tuned.
GWU School of Media and Public Affairs: Member of National Council since 2018. Advise on curriculum, strategy and new programs.