Industry Apr 12, 2026
Chris Panicker Wins 2026 ASME Next Award
An award given by the American Society of Magazine Editors to honor outstanding achievement by early-career journalists
Originally published by
Pitchfork
Chris Panicker, a Senior Designer at Pitchfork and GQ, has been honored with the 2026 ASME Next Award. This award is presented by the American Society of Magazine Editors to recognize exceptional accomplishments by journalists in the early stages of their careers.
The award celebrates outstanding achievement in journalism, specifically targeting those early in their professional journeys. The original report was provided by Pitchfork.