Mark Norris

As Director of Digital Content, Mark Norris oversees all digital coverage for Houston Public Media, including the station’s website, social media platforms and apps.

Born and raised in Dallas, Norris graduated from Southern Methodist University with degrees in both journalism and political science. As a Metro reporter for The Dallas Morning News, Norris was able to gain knowledge in his field. He then spent nearly a decade as Digital Director at KDFW-TV FOX 4 in Dallas. Under his leadership the station became a leader in the market for social media and digital news coverage. While in Dallas, Norris helped lead the newsroom’s political coverage each campaign cycle. Major stories and topics covered during his tenure include: the West fertilizer plant explosion, multiple cases of Ebola in Dallas, the July 7 officer ambush shootings, the arrest and trial of Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger and the COVID-19 outbreak and response.