Amy Schoenfeld Walker
About Amy Schoenfeld Walker
Amy Schoenfeld Walker is a Graphics + Multimedia Editor at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in journalism and environmental science, with experience as an educator and a history of reporting on food insecurity.
Work at The New York Times
Amy Schoenfeld Walker has been serving as the Graphics + Multimedia Editor at The New York Times since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the visual storytelling aspects of the publication. Prior to her current position, she worked at The New York Times in various capacities, including as a Freelance Researcher and as a Staff Graphics Editor. Her tenure at the organization spans several years, during which she contributed to multiple projects and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Amy Schoenfeld Walker holds a Master's of Arts in Earth and Environmental Science from Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, completed in 2005. She also earned a Master's of Science in Journalism from Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism in 2006. Additionally, she has a Bachelor's of Science in Biology from Trinity College-Hartford, obtained in 2000. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both scientific and journalistic disciplines.
Background
Before her current role at The New York Times, Amy Schoenfeld Walker worked as an Adjunct Professor at Quinnipiac University for four months in 2013. She later served as an Assistant Professor at the same institution from 2014 to 2020, where she taught various courses. Her experience in academia complements her work in journalism and graphics, allowing her to engage with students and foster a learning environment.
Achievements
During her career, Amy Schoenfeld Walker led a team to report on food insecurity and experiment with audience engagement strategies for The New Haven Independent in 2018-19. Her undergraduate students at Quinnipiac University won a regional Edward R. Murrow Award for their reporting on rising sea levels in collaboration with WTNH Channel 8 in New Haven. These accomplishments highlight her commitment to impactful journalism and education.