As an editor at The Washington Post and L.A. Weekly, Zach has guided stories on culture, fashion, politics, lifestyle, food, race, gender, internet culture, dating and relationships, and more. He has edited profiles of politicians and TikTok stars, conceived timely trend pieces, and led coverage of the Oscars and other live events.
Washington Post Editing Projects
All the Christmas traditions ranked, from cookies to shopping hell
The Washington Post | December 2025
She broke racial barriers as a Vegas showgirl. At 97, she’s still dancing.
The Washington Post | April 2024
Charli D’Amelio is TikTok’s biggest star. She has no idea why.
The Washington Post | May 2020
The most popular wedding songs in America — and the ones your state loves
The Washington Post | September 2017
L.A. Weekly Editing Projects
A cartoonist chronicles their time in L.A. County jail
L.A. Weekly | January 2015
Special issue: The many ways to succeed on YouTube
L.A. Weekly | June 2012