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 Contreras9th-12th Grade AP US & World History
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Samuel DiLorenzo9th-12th Grade ESL
Chesterfield, MO
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Erin Gearns9th-10th Grade AP World History, Global History & Geography
Farmingville, NY
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Michael Hart9th-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 Heichelbech9th-10th Grade Special Education, English
Taylorsville, KY
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Jason Pastore9th-12th Grade English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Film Study
Central Islip, NY
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Carolyn June Warren11th-12th Grade IB Language and Literature, English 2/3, School Newspaper Advisor
Westminster, CO
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Mary Ellen Webb10th and 12th Grade English
Chantilly, VA