Emily Holzknecht
About Emily Holzknecht
Emily Holzknecht is an Associate Video Producer at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2019. She has a strong background in multimedia storytelling and has held various roles in the media industry, including positions at NBCUniversal Media and Magnum Photos.
Work at The New York Times
Emily Holzknecht has served as an Associate Video Producer at The New York Times since 2019. In this role, she contributes to the Opinion Video team, which is recognized for producing thought-provoking and influential video content. Her responsibilities include developing and producing multimedia storytelling that aligns with the publication's commitment to high-quality journalism. Her tenure at The New York Times spans five years, during which she has honed her skills in video production and visual journalism.
Education and Expertise
Emily Holzknecht holds a Bachelor's Degree in Photography from The Art Institute of Boston. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Visual Journalism and Urban Reporting from the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, where she studied from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she studied at CELSA - Ecole des hautes études en sciences de l'information et de la communication for 11 months in 2017. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in multimedia storytelling and video production.
Background
Prior to her current position, Emily Holzknecht gained diverse experience in the media industry. She worked as an Editorial Assistant at Magnum Photos in Paris for nine months in 2017, where she enhanced her editorial skills in a cross-cultural environment. Before that, she served as an Intern on the Multimedia Team at NBCUniversal Media, LLC for six months in 2016. Additionally, she worked as a Freelance Reporter for the Mott Haven Herald from 2015 to 2016 and as an Instructor at PhotoUno from 2013 to 2015.
Achievements
Emily Holzknecht has developed a strong portfolio in multimedia storytelling, combining her skills in visual journalism with urban reporting expertise. Her work at The New York Times, particularly in the Opinion Video team, showcases her ability to produce content that engages and informs audiences. Her varied roles in the media industry, including her time at Magnum Photos and NBCUniversal, have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of video production and editorial processes.