The New York Times Upfront Team
Upfront is supported by a talented team of copy editors, video producers, and photo editors. Meet our editorial and art directors below.
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Ian ZackExecutive Editor
New York, NY
I’ve been an editor at Upfront for a quarter of a century. During that time, we’ve helped millions of teenagers better understand the world around them. More importantly, we’ve helped them become critical thinkers and media-savvy consumers of news and information. We’re proud to partner with teachers all over the nation in this most vital endeavor. -
Marilu LopezArt Director
New York, NY
I began my design career at Rolling Stone Magazine and have been Creative Director of several national publications. I have been an adjunct professor at Parsons School of Design, and have given design lectures at various Universities, including NYU. For the past 10 years I was the Art Director of Choices, and I am so excited to now be designing for The New York Times Upfront!
Our Teacher Advisory Board
Our advisors come from all over the country and share a passion for education. We're thrilled to have them on board!
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Christopher Cole9th and 11th grade ELA
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Elizabeth Contreras9-12th grade AP US History, AP World History, AP Psychology, World History, Honors American Government, Honors American History
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Samuel DiLorenzo9-12th grade ESL
Chesterfield, MO
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Erin Gearns9-10th grade AP World History, Global History & Geography
Farmingville, New York
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Michael Hart9-12th grade U.S. History, Government, Psychology
Champaign, IL
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Vivett Hemans Dukes8th grade ELA & English 9R
Queens, NY
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Kelly Heichelbech9-10th grade Special Education, English
Taylorsville, Kentucky
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Jason Pastore9-12th grade English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Film Study
Central Islip, New York
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Carolyn June Warren11-12th IB Language and Literature, English 2/3, School Newspaper Advisor
Westminster, Colorado
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Mary Ellen Webb10th and 12th grade English
Chantilly, VA