Kate Elazegui
About Kate Elazegui
Kate Elazegui serves as the Design Director for the Opinion section at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2018. She studied Design and Visual Communications at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, earning a BFA, and has previous experience as a Consulting Art Director at Pentagram.
Current Role at The New York Times
Kate Elazegui serves as the Design Director for the Opinion section at The New York Times. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the visual presentation and design strategy of opinion content. Her role involves overseeing design projects, collaborating with writers and editors, and ensuring that the visual elements align with the publication's standards and objectives.
Educational Background
Kate Elazegui studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where she pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Design and Visual Communications from 1993 to 1996. Prior to this, she attended the University of Michigan for one year from 1992 to 1993. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in design principles and visual communication.
Previous Experience at Pentagram
Before her current role, Kate Elazegui worked as a Consulting Art Director at Pentagram in New York City for one month in 2012. This position allowed her to engage with a renowned design firm, contributing her expertise to various design projects during her brief tenure.