The foundation of Vogue’s leadership and authority is the brand’s unique role as a cultural barometer for a global audience. Vogue places fashion in the context of culture and the world we live in — how we dress, live and socialize; what we eat, listen to and watch; who leads and inspires us. Vogue immerses itself in fashion, always leading readers to what will happen next. Thought-provoking, relevant and always influential, Vogue defines the culture of fashion.
Job Description
Location:
London, GB
Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Vogue, GQ, Glamour, AD, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. Our award-winning content reaches 84 million consumers in print, 367 million in digital and 379 million across social platforms, and generates more than 1 billion video views each month.
We are headquartered in London and New York, and operate in 31 markets worldwide, including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Spain, Taiwan, the U.K. and the U.S., with local licence partners across the globe.
The Role
Vogue is looking for a fashion and beauty writer who can swiftly register breaking news and capture the conversation beyond the headlines. The candidate will work cross-platform, but with a daily focus on digital. They must have a keen ability to pinpoint global trending topics and identify the Vogue angle while driving the cultural conversation forward.
The candidate must be self-directed and have the ability to write stories that feel unique and of-the-moment. The role will require the writer to pitch and produce timely news stories, as well as longer-lead features. This role will also assist in sourcing and identifying freelance contributors and angles for staff writers to explore.
Role reports into the Editor, Vogue.com.
What will you be doing?
Identify and write news stories with a Vogue angle
Ability to ideate across platform, such as short-form and social video
Assist in identifying new contributors and voices to help expand Vogue's reach
Conceptualize and execute original features and portfolios (photo essays, first-person stories, etc)
Collaborate on print—ideation, assignments, and personal/literary essays especially
Who you are:
At least 4 years of writing experience
Ability to write flawless copy on deadline in a fast-paced environment
Experience using content management systems and social media platforms
Knowledge of relevant celebrities and influencers
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Where will you be?
We encourage hybrid working but when you are in the office, this role will be primarily based in our iconic Vogue House building, situated in the heart of Mayfair. This is where our award-winning Editorial and Content teams sit.
What benefits do we offer?
Condé Nast Learning Hub where you’ll find you’ll find all Condé Nast-developed learning courses and trainings, and over 16,000+ courses in seven local languages
25 days holiday and extra days of annual leave for if you get married, move house or want to volunteer
Hybrid working and core hours
Competitive pension scheme
Bupa Private Healthcare
Season ticket loans
Cycle to work
Employee Assistance programme
Bring your dog to work
A wide variety of wellness benefits including gym discounts
Discounts and Magazine Subscriptions
Employee Resource Groups to provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce
What happens next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.