Consumer Reports names Kampinsky its new editor

Consumer Reports has named Ellen Kampinsky as editor-in-chief.

She replaces Kim Kleman, who left last year and is now editor of American Lawyer.

As editor-in-chief, Kampinsky will be charged with setting and executing the strategic direction and vision for the magazine, which has a circulation of about 4 million, and its digital replicas.  She will also direct the publication’s graphic presentation and packaging, as well as ensure that its voice and tone are consistent.

Kampinsky will report to Brent Diamond, vice president and general manager, magazine and newsletter products at Consumer Reports.

“Ellen’s impressive track record across multiple formats of media and her commitment to upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity make her a welcome addition to the Consumer Reports team,” Diamond said in a statement. “Her experience will be invaluable as we strive to provide readers with a broad range of information and work together for a fair, just and safe marketplace for all consumers.”

Prior to joining Consumer Reports, Kampinsky served as a senior editor at Newsweek & The Daily Beast. Her past experience also includes 10 years at Glamour, most recently as news director, where she edited award-winning political and investigative pieces and oversaw the magazine’s marquee event, Glamour’s Women of the Year Awards.

She has spoken at international journalism conferences about “Storytelling on the Web” and is a co-author of the white paper, “Amazoning the News,” along with Shayne Bowman and Chris Willis.