NEW YORK — In a major leadership transition within elite style and cultural journalism, Jody Quon has been appointed as the next Editor-in-Chief of T: The New York Times Style Magazine.
The high-profile appointment marks a homecoming for Quon, who returns to The New York Times after spending over two decades shaping the visual and editorial identity of other top-tier publications.
Succession and Editorial Mandate
Quon steps into the helm of T Magazine to succeed acclaimed novelist and editor Hanya Yanagihara, who stepped down from the role earlier this year after a highly influential nine-year tenure.
In an internal memo to staff, The New York Times Executive Editor Joe Kahn and Deputy Managing Editor Sam Dolnick praised Quon as a “magazine virtuoso and creative powerhouse,” highlighting her rare ability to seamlessly fuse avant-garde visual storytelling with rigorous editorial depth.
A Distinguished Creative Trajectory
Quon’s transition to T Magazine follows an illustrious career defined by defining the visual culture of American long-form media:
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New York Magazine: Most recently, Quon served as the long-time Creative Director of New York magazine, where she was widely celebrated for driving iconic cover designs and photo portfolios that consistently captured global cultural conversations.
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The New York Times Roots: Her career initially began at The New York Times, where she worked as a photo researcher for Fashion of the Times. She later rose through the ranks to become the Deputy Photo Editor at The New York Times Magazine, collaborating closely with the publication’s legendary former Director of Photography, Kathy Ryan.
Strategic Outlook
In her new role as Editor-in-Chief, Quon will oversee the print and digital directions of T Magazine, steering its global coverage of fashion, design, food, art, literature, and travel. Her background in premium visual design is expected to bring a fresh, visually dynamic evolution to the magazine as it seeks to deepen digital engagement while maintaining its prestige print footprint.
