Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others. Condé Nast Entertainment was launched in 2011 to develop film, television and premium digital video programming.
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
We are looking for someone to assist with both, the running of the archive and library and the upkeep of the DAM, as well as scanning images and supplying research to other departments where needed.
This is a hands-on role, we are looking for someone to be onsite regularly. Though working from home on occasion is possible.
There is some data entry work also associated with this role.
The Team
We supply research and images to various magazines, as well as independent projects by various affiliates. We also assist with IP and licensing queries and are responsible for the upkeep of the library and archive.
We operate between the Vogue House offices and the Crown storage site in Stockwell.
What will you be doing?
Upkeep of the archive and library (rehousing of items, tracking book returns, maintenance of collections)
Some data entry into our DAM system
Supplying research when required, either through digital search or handsearch
Proper handling, retrieval and returning of valuable and fragile materials
Scanning of items for digitization (we will supply training)
Other day to day and admin type roles associated with the running of an archive.
Who you are:
The ideal candidate will have a fashion, photography or archive related degree and some experience of working in an archive or library.
They will be interested in history, fashion, photography and archival practices in general.
Must be able to carry out work independently and as a team
Strong communication skills
They will be meticulous with a strong eye for detail.
They will be comfortable using basic Excel, DAM software, various digital databases, and possibly some very basic Photoshop.
They must be fluent in English
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.