Ella Riley Adams
About Ella Riley Adams
Ella Riley Adams is a Senior Social Media Editor at The New York Times, where she oversees social media content and strategy for T: The New York Times Style Magazine. She has a diverse background in editorial roles across various media outlets, including Vogue, The New Yorker, and Vox Media.
Current Role at The New York Times
Ella Riley Adams serves as the Senior Social Media Editor at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees the social media content and strategy for T: The New York Times Style Magazine. Her responsibilities include writing and editing lifestyle and culture stories for the T website and magazine, as well as managing the weekly T List newsletter, directing workflow, and editing stories.
Previous Experience in Media
Prior to her current role, Ella Riley Adams worked in various editorial positions across notable media organizations. She was an Editorial Producer at Vox Media, Inc. from 2016 to 2017, and served as the Living Editor at Vogue from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she held roles at The New Yorker as Social Media Manager and Coordinator, and worked as a Freelance Content Strategist at FOND Group. Her experience also includes positions at AOL as Social Producer and Programming Manager for MAKERS, and as a Writer at Contently.
Educational Background
Ella Riley Adams studied at Sarah Lawrence College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Writing and Digital Media from 2010 to 2014. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in writing and digital content creation, which she has applied throughout her career in various editorial roles.
Contributions to Lifestyle and Culture
In her editorial career, Ella Riley Adams has contributed to The New York Times' Lifestyle section, writing about topics such as party etiquette and gift guides. She has been involved in creating content related to social events and celebrations, showcasing her interest in fashion and lifestyle topics. Her work reflects a commitment to engaging storytelling in the lifestyle domain.
Early Career and Internships
Ella Riley Adams began her career with internships at various media outlets, including Surface Magazine and VICE Media, LLC, where she interned for The Creators Project. These early experiences helped her gain valuable insights into the editorial process and shaped her career trajectory in the media industry.