Kris Wilton

Kris Wilton is a seasoned professional in audience engagement and digital content strategy, currently serving as the Deputy Director for Audience Engagement & Learning at the RISD Museum since April 2025. Previously, Kris held various roles at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston from September 2013 to April 2025, including Director of Creative Content and Digital Engagement, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing the design and production of digital and printed content and enhancing accessibility and audience reach. Kris's background includes extensive freelance writing and editing for notable clients such as PBS and Rolling Stone, as well as leadership positions at ARTINFO, where Kris enhanced editorial strategies and news coverage. Kris's academic foundation includes a Master of Arts in Cultural Reporting and Criticism from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Muhlenberg College.