Fashion Editor job description

Fashion Editor responsibilities include:

Deciding on story ideas and themes, along with the editor-in-chief, to meet audience preferences
Liaising with photographers, models, makeup artists and costume designers and choosing photoshoot locations
Overseeing layout (artwork, design and photography)

Job brief

We are looking for a talented fashion editor to supervise the process of creating, developing and presenting content for fashion magazines, photoshoots, websites and newspapers.

The successful candidate should be passionate about the latest fashion trends and be able to bring their creative ideas to life.

As a fashion editor, you will work closely with the editor-in-chief, advertising reps, photographers and models to achieve the highest quality of artwork and ensure readers are given the most up-to-date fashion information. Responsibilities

Decide on story ideas and themes, along with the editor-in-chief, to meet audience preferences
Liaise with photographers, models, makeup artists and costume designers and choose photoshoot locations
Oversee layout (artwork, design and photography)
Collaborate with writers, check content and edit articles
Continuously search for latest fashion trends to stay ahead of competitors
Attend fashion shows, meet with designers and visit retail stores to stay up-to-date
Suggest new fashion products, such as outfits, accessories, makeup and beauty supplies
Boost your social media activity and keep in contact with industry professionals
Meet deadlines and budget requirements
Ensure all team members are in sync with the latest trends

Requirements

Proven work experience as a fashion editor
Strong editing skills with an excellent portfolio
Hands on experience with MS Office, InDesign, Photoshop or other publishing tools
Excellent interpersonal and team management skills
Creativity and an eye for detail
Prioritization and time management skills
BSc degree in journalism, fashion design or related field

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