Aiken Standard welcomes Caleb Gilbert in leadership role, emphasis on multimedia reporting on the horizon

Posted Thursday, October 8, 2026 9:22 am

Caleb Gilbert (Photo credit: Erin Weeks/Aiken Standard)

Erin Weeks | Aiken Standard

The Aiken Standard is welcoming new leadership and an upcoming focus on multimedia reporting.

Caleb Gilbert is a 2021 graduate from the University of South Carolina’s journalism school. In late September, he took on the role of the Aiken Standard’s executive editor.

He is also a regional editor for The Post and Courier overseeing the areas of Aiken, North Augusta, York and Florence.

His background includes journalistic and communication work across the state.

After graduation, Gilbert worked for The Journal in Seneca, South Carolina, as a photojournalist before transitioning into the role of news editor in 2024.

Most recently he worked as a senior communications and engagement coordinator for Pickens County.

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Aiken Standard welcomes Caleb Gilbert in leadership role, emphasis on multimedia reporting on the horizon

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