Aug 08, 2023

Introducing Shelby Stewart, New Associate Editor of ESSENCE

Shelby Stewart, ESSENCE's New Associate Editor

Shelby Stewart is a Houston, TX-based Dillard University + the University of Houston graduate with a BA and MA in Communications. She currently based in Houston, Texas. She has always had a clear vision of telling stories that deserve to be told and personifying and humanizing popular celebrities and public figures.

With over 7 years of experience, Shelby's writing verticals include entertainment, style, food, beauty, music, film, and culture. She has 2+ years of experience in public relations, and social media, with an additional 5+ years in journalism and digital blogging. Shelby develops creative ideas for each outlet she has worked for and curates stories that align with company brand missions.

Her bylines can be found in Houstonia Magazine, Houston Chronicle, Chron.com, DefPen, Business Insider, Nike, VinylMePlease and more. Previous interviews have included Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Z-Ro, KenTheMan, Monaleo, Megan Thee Stallion, G-Herbo, Bun B, Maxo Kream, and Le$.

This Barbie is starting a new gig today!💗Happy to announce I'm officially the new Associate Editor @Essence. Feel free to connect with me: sstewart@essence.com. 💫
— Hot Girl of Hip-Hop ✨ (@shelbylnstewart) July 31, 2023