Sarah Eckinger
About Sarah Eckinger
Sarah Eckinger is a Photo Editor at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2018. She has a diverse background in photography and editorial roles, including previous positions at Hearst and Yale University Press.
Work at The New York Times
Sarah Eckinger has been serving as a Photo Editor at The New York Times since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the selection and presentation of photographs that accompany news articles and features. Her tenure at The New York Times has spanned six years, during which she has contributed to various high-profile projects and initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience in Photo Editing
Prior to her current position, Sarah Eckinger worked at Hearst as an Associate Photo Editor for Elle, Esquire, and Town & Country from 2017 to 2018. She also held positions at The New York Times Magazine, where she was a Freelance Photo Assistant in 2014 and a Photography Intern in 2013. Additionally, she gained experience as a Photo Assistant for Seventeen and Cosmopolitan Magazines at Hearst from 2015 to 2017.
Educational Background
Sarah Eckinger studied at Yale University, where she earned a Dual BA in History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health, as well as Visual Art. Her academic journey spanned from 2011 to 2015, providing her with a strong foundation in both the arts and sciences.
Early Career and Internships
In the early stages of her career, Sarah Eckinger gained valuable experience through various internships. She worked as a Photography Intern at NYLON Magazine in 2012 and as an Art Workshop Intern at Box Services, LLC for 11 months in the same year. Additionally, she served as an Art and Architecture Editorial Assistant at Yale University Press from 2013 to 2014.