The following announcement was sent on behalf of Creative Director Amy King:We are thrilled to announce that Steven Banks has been promoted to senior deputy design director. In his new role, Banks will work closely with the design director and creative director to implement new workflows and build the team’s digital skills while continuing his work elevating our design and brand expression across platforms. Banks rejoined the L.A. Times in 2019 as a features art director and was quickly promoted to deputy design director to oversee design for lifestyle, food and entertainment. During his first stint at The Times, Banks was a designer for the L.A. Times Sunday Magazine and various features sections. After leaving in 2006, he went to Los Angeles magazine, where he served as the design director, overseeing design and photography.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 06, 2021 20:37 UTC