About

Shaye Weaver

A writer, editor and photographer working in New York City.

Work Experience


Time Out New York – New York, N.Y.

Editor-in-chief, New York (May 2022 – present)

  • Curate and edit all sections of the now digital magazine (food & drink, things to do, theater and news) to offer enthusiastic, informed and sometimes snarky coverage of NYC.
  • Manage editors/writers and freelancers, balancing a freelance budget.
  • Pitch and execute monthly digital covers for social channels, which includes organizing photoshoots, reaching out to talent and producing accompanying features.
  • Working closely with sales and creative solutions teams to pitch exciting content for possible sponsorship.
  • Appearing on television and radio news as Editor of Time Out New York to discuss content, things to do in the city and more.

Things to Do editor (December 2019 – April 2022)

  • Pitch, write and edit daily fun, NYC-centric entertainment news stories each day.
  • Curate, write and edit the Things to Do section of Time Out New York’s monthly magazine and website, which includes feature stories and listings, including comedy, gigs, and more.
  • Crafts other front-of-book features including neighborhood guides and other grabby pieces.
  • Tapped from time to time to stand in for Editor in leading daily editorial meetings.

amNewYork / amNY.com – New York, N.Y.

Digital Editor; Features Web Manager and Reporter (September 2017 – December 2019)

  • Create, organize and update event listings to be the go-to source for things to do.
  • Present fresh story angles and write lively copy each day that engages with our audience.
  • Consult metrics and trends to manage and curate the “Things To Do” section.
  • Collaborate with editor-in-chief to prepare copy for daily publication
  • Manage the entire amNY.com website, posting breaking news, handling copy and rewriting
    headlines for SEO and curating the day’s coverage.
  • Consistently exceeds traffic and engagement goals.

DNAinfo New York – Upper East Side, Murray Hill, Midtown East, N.Y.

Reporter/Producer (June 2015 – September 2017)

  • Responsible for pitching and producing multiple stories per day on numerous topics, including crime and breaking news, government, education, real estate and business.
  • Cultivates sources and uses the web and social media, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, to generate story ideas and connect with readers.
  • Serves as an editor on the news desk as needed.

The Southampton Press & The East Hampton Press – Southampton, N.Y.

Reporter (January 2011 – June 2015)

  • Awarded first place for spot news coverage and feature photography by the New York Press Association.
  • Covered multiple beats as a general assignment reporter, including feature stories and arts coverage.
  • Responsible for producing nearly all news coverage at The East Hampton Press, fostering relationships with sources and government officials, pitching story ideas and contributing to special projects.

Southern Distinction – Athens, Ga.

Editorial Intern (April 2010 – November 2010)

  •  Worked directly with publisher to obtain new advertisers and subscribers.
  • Wrote editorials, articles and profiles about local businesses in Athens, Ga.

Education


Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, University of Georgia, Athens, Ga. December 2010

Major in Publication Management; minor in English; GPA 3.8/4.0

  • Member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society; Writer for UGAzine Spring 2010; Editorial Board Fall 2010

Previous studies Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Ga.

  • Writer for Talon Magazine; Member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars and Phi Eta Sigma