Zachary Harris
Freelance Writer
Philadelphia | United States
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In my own words
— ZacharyI am a Philadelphia based writer specializing in skateboarding and the cannabis industry, with a focus on in-depth story telling and unique perspectives.
I have published hundreds of short news stories and dozens of long form interviews and features for publications like Merry Jane, Vice, Jenkem Magazine, First We Feast, and more.
Trajectory
Jan 2018 — Now
Freelance Writer · Vice
I write about skateboarding for Vice.com. Including interviews with pros like Karl Watson and long form features about the skate industry's move towards healthy living.
Jan 2017 — Now
Staff Writer · Merry Jane Media
I write daily news, features, interviews, and create other content to communicate the latest developments and cultural trappings of the booming legal cannabis industry. From short news articles about politics and medical regulations to long form features about the skateboard industry's weed obsession and rare blunt wraps.
May 2014 — Now
Freelance Writer/Video Producer · Jenkem Magazine
Creating original skateboard content for the skateboard industry's best known independent publication. I was filmed taking acid at Street League, I developed, directed, and produced a short video showing what skateboarding might look like to the outside world, and I have contributed to a number of written stories, including interviewing Skate Mental owner Brad Staba and more.
Jul 2015 — Nov 2016
Staff Writer · First We Feast
I wrote daily food and alcohol news for Complex Magazine's food vertical, First We Feast.
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Education history
Temple University
Bachelor's Degree | 2009 - 2013
