Amanda Sims
About Amanda Sims
Amanda Sims serves as the Digital Design Editor at Architectural Digest and has held the position of Deputy Editor at House Beautiful since 2018. With a background in architecture and digital marketing, she has accumulated extensive experience across various prestigious publications in New York City.
Work at Condé Nast
Amanda Sims has been employed at Condé Nast since 2017, serving as the Digital Design Editor for Architectural Digest. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the digital presence of the publication. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Assistant Editor for Special Editions from 2013 to 2015. Her experience at Condé Nast has contributed to her expertise in digital design and editorial processes within the architecture and design sectors.
Current Role at Hearst Magazines
Since 2018, Amanda Sims has held the position of Deputy Editor at House Beautiful, a publication under Hearst Magazines. In this role, she oversees various editorial functions and contributes to the magazine's overall content strategy. Her work at House Beautiful complements her extensive background in architecture and digital marketing, allowing her to effectively engage with the publication's audience.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Sims graduated from Columbia University - Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation, where she studied architecture. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Virginia, where she focused on English, Art, and Art History. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both design principles and effective communication, which she applies in her editorial roles.
Background in Digital Marketing
Amanda Sims has a background in digital marketing, which she has applied in various roles throughout her career. Notably, she has led digital marketing and platform evolution initiatives for Audi of America. Her experience in digital marketing enhances her capabilities in editorial positions, allowing her to effectively reach and engage audiences across different platforms.
Previous Experience in Publishing
Amanda Sims has held several positions in the publishing industry prior to her current roles. She worked at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia as an Editorial Assistant for Whole Living Magazine and as an Assistant in Publishing and Merchandising. Additionally, she served as the Design and Home Editor at Food52 from 2015 to 2017. These roles have equipped her with a diverse skill set in editorial and design functions.