What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fashion News Writer, Vogue Runway position at Condé Nast?
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:
New York, NY
Vogue Runway’s Fashion News Writer is a critical and creative thinker who is always looking ahead to what’s next in the industry. This person will review collections at Fashion Week, as well as during the pre-collection seasons; produce seasonal trend reports; pitch and write daily fashion-related stories for the website and bigger think pieces connecting fashion to the broader culture; and collaborate with Vogue’s newsletter and social media teams to promote Vogue Runway content.
As the leading online destination for fashion shows, industry news, trends, and fashion features, Vogue Runway’s motto is to “see fashion first.” Candidates should have a deep knowledge of fashion and keen instincts for the next big thing. They should be comfortable scouting and meeting with new designers, building relationships with fashion PRs, and gathering contacts to inform future stories. Fluency in the online fashion conversation is a must. This person should be adaptable and highly collaborative, as they will work closely with Vogue Runway’s team in New York as well as with the broader Vogue team and contributors around the world.
In addition to being fashion-obsessed, the fashion news writer should be a culture hound who is up to date on news and trends across film, tv, music, and the arts; interests in sustainability technology, and fashion’s social impact are also encouraged.
Job Description:
This is a guild position.
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.
Job Description
Location:
New York, NY
Vogue Runway’s Fashion News Writer is a critical and creative thinker who is always looking ahead to what’s next in the industry. This person will review collections at Fashion Week, as well as during the pre-collection seasons; produce seasonal trend reports; pitch and write daily fashion-related stories for the website and bigger think pieces connecting fashion to the broader culture; and collaborate with Vogue’s newsletter and social media teams to promote Vogue Runway content.
As the leading online destination for fashion shows, industry news, trends, and fashion features, Vogue Runway’s motto is to “see fashion first.” Candidates should have a deep knowledge of fashion and keen instincts for the next big thing. They should be comfortable scouting and meeting with new designers, building relationships with fashion PRs, and gathering contacts to inform future stories. Fluency in the online fashion conversation is a must. This person should be adaptable and highly collaborative, as they will work closely with Vogue Runway’s team in New York as well as with the broader Vogue team and contributors around the world.
In addition to being fashion-obsessed, the fashion news writer should be a culture hound who is up to date on news and trends across film, tv, music, and the arts; interests in sustainability technology, and fashion’s social impact are also encouraged.
Job Description:
- Write daily content for Vogue Runway, from reported features to breaking news, designer interviews, trend stories, and opinion pieces
- Review collections at Fashion Week, as well as during the pre-collection seasons
- Scout new designers to cover on Vogue Runway
- Develop strong relationships with designers, PRs, and fashion insiders
- Collaborate with Vogue’s social media and newsletter teams to promote Vogue Runway content, especially during Fashion Week
- 3 years of fashion writing experience, preferably at a magazine or website
- Excellent writing and reporting skills
- Experience working on tight deadlines and executing strong copy under pressure
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic, and digital-first environment
- Competitive knowledge of emerging designers, heritage brands, and fashion’s newsmakers
- Highly comfortable pitching ideas and brainstorming with the Vogue team
- Highly collaborative and comfortable working with various departments, from social media to photo, video, and analytics
This is a guild position.
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.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000