Evan Weiss

Evan Weiss is a highly experienced journalist with a strong background in digital media and editorial leadership. Currently serving as Deputy Features Editor and Digital Editor at The Philadelphia Inquirer since January 2022, Weiss previously held key roles such as Managing Editor of News at Neighbors, where a new local news project was developed focusing on crime and safety stories, and Digital News Editor at Burlington Free Press. Weiss has also contributed to McClatchy's digital reinvention team as National Growth Editor and significantly increased audience engagement at The Daily Dot as Senior Social Editor. An alumnus of Kenyon College with a Bachelor's degree in English and Anthropology and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from The New School, Weiss possesses a robust skill set in storytelling, digital engagement, and team management.