Allyson Torrisi
About Allyson Torrisi
Allyson Torrisi is a Digital Photo Editor currently working at The New York Times. She has extensive experience in photography and creative direction, having previously held positions at Meredith Corporation and In Style Magazine.
Current Role at The New York Times
Allyson Torrisi currently serves as a Digital Photo Editor at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for producing and editing digital stories for both the daily website and print editions. Her work emphasizes the importance of visual storytelling in journalism, contributing to the overall quality and impact of the publication's content.
Previous Experience at Meredith Corporation
Before joining The New York Times, Torrisi worked at Meredith Corporation as the Deputy Director of Photography for People Magazine from 2018 to 2023. During her five years in this role, she was involved in overseeing photography and visual content, ensuring that the magazine maintained its high standards of visual storytelling. Her experience at Meredith Corporation provided her with valuable insights into the magazine industry.
Background in Creative Direction
Allyson Torrisi has a diverse background in creative direction and photo editing. She served as a Creative Director at Turner Broadcasting from 2000 to 2002, where she developed and executed visual content strategies. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Associate Photo Editor at In Style Magazine from 1994 to 2000, further enhancing her skills in photo editing and visual storytelling.
Education and Expertise
Torrisi studied Design and Applied Arts, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the Rhode Island School of Design. She also attended the Rochester Institute of Technology and Scarsdale High School. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in design principles and visual communication, which she applies in her professional roles.