Katie Van Syckle
About Katie Van Syckle
Katie Van Syckle is a Senior Staff Editor at The New York Times, with a diverse background in journalism and editing that includes roles at New York Magazine and Gambit Weekly.
Current Role at The New York Times
Katie Van Syckle has been serving as a Senior Staff Editor at The New York Times since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing editorial content, managing editorial teams, and ensuring the quality of published material. Her experience in editing and journalism contributes to the effectiveness of the editorial process at one of the leading news organizations in the world.
Previous Experience at New York Magazine
Before her current position, Katie Van Syckle held multiple roles at New York Magazine. She worked as a Weekend Editor at The Cut for four months in 2017 and as a Freelance Writer/Reporter from 2011 to 2017, accumulating six years of experience. Additionally, she served as an Assistant Designer from 2007 to 2009 and as a Reporter/Factchecker for five months in 2011. Since 2017, she has also been the Night Editor at The Cut.
Education and Expertise
Katie Van Syckle studied at Dartmouth College from 2001 to 2005, where she completed her undergraduate education. She furthered her studies at Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism, achieving a certificate from the Columbia Publishing Course in 2005. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for a successful career in journalism and editing.
Early Career at Gambit Weekly
Katie Van Syckle began her career as a Correspondent at Gambit Weekly, where she worked from 2009 to 2010. This role provided her with foundational experience in reporting and journalism, contributing to her development as a writer and editor in the competitive media landscape.