Fashion Writer — ELLE Singapore

ITP Media Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ELLE Singapore is seeking a Fashion Writer with a distinctive voice and sharp editorial instincts to turn trends, runway developments, and emerging stories into engaging content relevant to readers in Singapore. This role suits a curious, resourceful writer who balances creative storytelling with accurate reporting, meets deadlines, and brings fresh ideas to the editorial team.

You will pitch and write across print and digital platforms, cover local to international fashion, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing and interviewing skills with a portfolio or samples.
• Sound understanding of fashion, designers, collections and culture conversations.
• Ability to write with personality, clarity and accuracy across formats.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and write fashion news, features, interviews, trend reports, and shopping stories for print and digital platforms.
• Cover local, regional, and international fashion from designers to major fashion houses.
• Translate runway trends into accessible stories with a clear editorial point of view.
• Research stories, conduct interviews, and fact-check copy for editorial accuracy.
• Work with editors to develop compelling fashion content and adapt stories for digital audiences.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Interviewing

Digital publishing

SEO & AEO

Storytelling

Social media

Editorial judgment

Attention to detail

Job description

ELLE Singapore is looking for a Fashion Writer with a distinctive voice, sharp editorial instincts, and a strong understanding of fashion and culture. You’ll turn trends, runway developments, and potential emerging stories into engaging content that feels relevant to readers in Singapore.

This role suits a curious, resourceful writer who can balance creative storytelling with accurate reporting, meet deadlines, and bring fresh, exciting ideas to an editorial team.

What you’ll do

• Pitch and write fashion news, features, interviews, trend reports, and shopping stories for print and digital platforms.
• Cover local, regional, and international fashion, from emerging designers and homegrown labels to major fashion houses.
• Translate runway trends and industry developments into accessible stories with a clear editorial point of view.
• Research stories thoroughly, conduct interviews, and fact-check copy to maintain editorial accuracy.
• Work with editors and teammates to develop compelling fashion content.
• Adapt stories for digital audiences through engaging headlines, search-friendly copy, and social content.
• Produce short-form video content and assist with basic video editing when needed.
• Attend relevant launches, previews, fashion shows and industry events—both in Singapore and overseas.
• Build relationships with designers, brands, publicists, and other relevant industry contacts.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining a consistent editorial voice.
• Contribute ideas for recurring columns, special issues, and editorial and commercial projects.

What you’ll bring

• Strong writing, editing and interviewing skills, with a portfolio of published work or relevant writing samples.
• A sound understanding of fashion, including designers, collections, fashion history, and the wider fashion and culture conversations shaping the industry.
• An eye for stories that resonate with readers in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
• The ability to write with personality, clarity, and accuracy across different formats.
• Familiarity with digital publishing, SEO and AEO, and social media.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the confidence to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Relevant experience in fashion, lifestyle journalism or digital media. Applicants with a compelling portfolio and transferable editorial experience are also welcome.