Maxwell Strachan
About Maxwell Strachan
Maxwell Strachan is a Senior Editor at The New York Times, specializing in health and wellness since 2024. He has a diverse background in journalism, having held various editorial roles at HuffPost, VICE Media, and Harvard Summer School.
Work at The New York Times
Maxwell Strachan has been serving as the Senior Editor for the Well section at The New York Times since 2024. His role is based in New York, New York, and he operates in a hybrid work environment. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing content related to health and wellness, contributing to the publication's reputation for comprehensive coverage in this area.
Previous Experience in Media
Before joining The New York Times, Strachan held various editorial positions at notable media organizations. He worked at VICE Media as a Senior Features Editor in 2020 and as a Senior Editor for News & Issues from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at HuffPost spanned several roles, including Senior Editor for Sports and Entertainment, Senior Reporter for Culture, Media, and Politics, and Senior Editor for Business and Technology, among others. These experiences provided him with a diverse skill set in editorial leadership and content creation.
Education and Expertise
Maxwell Strachan earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History from the University of California, Berkeley. His academic background has informed his approach to journalism, particularly in understanding cultural and historical contexts. Additionally, he was a Nieman Fellow at the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard from 2020 to 2021, which further enhanced his expertise in media and journalism.
Teaching Experience
In 2021, Strachan served as an Instructor for Feature Writing at Harvard Summer School. This role involved teaching students the fundamentals of feature writing, sharing his industry knowledge, and guiding them in developing their writing skills. His experience in academia complements his extensive background in journalism.
Career Timeline
Strachan's career in journalism began at KCET.org as an Associate Web Editor from 2009 to 2010. He then progressed through various roles at HuffPost, including Associate Business Editor and Senior Sports Editor, before moving to VICE Media. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to editorial excellence and a focus on diverse topics within the media landscape.