Michael McWhertor has extensive experience in the gaming journalism industry, currently serving as a Senior News Editor at Polygon since August 2017. Michael's journey at Polygon began in May 2012, where Michael held positions as Managing Editor, Deputy News Editor, and Senior Reporter. Prior to Polygon, Michael was the Managing Editor at GameTrailers from October 2011 to May 2012 and spent over five years at Kotaku as a Senior Editor. Michael's career in web development also includes a role at PTC from December 2000 to October 2006. Michael's educational background includes studies at Penn State University from 1992 to 1994 and a degree from the University of Central Florida from 1994 to 1998.