Editorial Assistant jobs in United Arab Emirates

ABOUT CONDÉ NAST

Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Conde Nast Traveller, AD, Vogue, GQ, The New Yorker, Glamour, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. The company's award-winning content reaches 88 million consumers in print, 419 million in digital and 432 million across social platforms, and generates more than 1 billion video views each month.

The company is headquartered in London and New York and operates in 32 markets worldwide, including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Middle East, Spain, Taiwan, the U.K. and the U.S, with local license partners across the globe.

Condé Nast Middle East is dedicated to producing high-quality, compelling content that connects with Middle East's most influential audiences. Our vision for our workplace is one that is centered on transparency and respect and with values that bring forward the best in all of us. We are committed to creating a culture where diverse voices and perspectives are encouraged and respected, and where all employees are equally supported in developing their careers — where people can truly be themselves and achieve their best.

Overview:

Vogue Middle East is seeking an organized, confident, and collaborative individual to support the Head of Editorial Content and local editorial team. This role encompasses a combination of administrative and creative responsibilities, both aiding and participating in the editorial process.

Candidates must have a passion for magazine journalism and excellent writing and communication skills. The role requires problem-solving, a proactive attitude and ability to easily multi-task. Supporting the Head of Editorial Content will often require this person to respond quickly and carefully to urgent requests. It is imperative that this person is flexible, responsive, efficient, and calm under pressure. Collaborating closely with senior editors, the editorial assistant will also write copy, research, manage the content calendar and offer editorial support across all areas of the brand.

This editorial assistant role will interact extensively with other Conde Nast employees and figures in the fashion and media industries. Professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail are paramount. The role features heavy administrative and operational responsibilities. Prior experience in office administration is a plus; a keen sense of organisation and attention to detail are both essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting editorial staff with administrative tasks such as scheduling, arranging travel, processing invoices, processing expenses, providing general office management support, managing contact lists and more
• Work with top editors on digital: write, pitch, report and research profiles and features to reach key Vogue audiences
• Conduct and transcribe interviews
• Tracking and updating lineups; maintaining editorial calendars
• Assisting with story research and additional reporting as needed
• Assisting with photo shoot research and organization; assist with pickup photography research as needed
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

DESIRED SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of relevant experience with a fashion/lifestyle brand or media publisher.
• Impeccable editorial judgement, writing, and ability to capture Vogue’s voice to reach new and established audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and quickly, and remain organized and efficient in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A passion for the fashion and luxury category, and a knowledge of its key players.