Entertainment Editor, GQ & AD

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The Entertainment Editor is part of Condé Nast's Global Talent Group (TTG). The ideal candidate must have excellent experience and deep relationships across the entertainment industry. This "celebrity specialist" must  be on the pulse of all aspects of the pop culture realm and have a keen eye for emerging talent. This includes  musicians, actors in film and television, athletes, influencers and tastemakers  across verticals including, fashion, beauty, sports, music, arts, entertainment, and food.

• Book celebrity talent across film, television, music, and sports—running point on AD and GQ global print features, weekly GQ Hype digital covers, online stories/profiles, and digital videos.

• Support Global Entertainment Director with all bookings and needs for both brands. 

• Produce celebrity talent for AD and GQ blockbuster video series like AD’s Open Door and GQ’s 10 Essentials.

• Produce talent for AD and GQ tentpole editorial and branded events, including GQ Men of the Year, AD100, and more.

• Develop and manage external relationships with personal publicists, film studios, record labels, TV networks, and sports agencies—acting as a brand gatekeeper for all industry-facing celebrity talent relations.

• Negotiate editorial offer terms and tactfully broker celebrity talent bookings, overseeing multi-day photoshoots, interview sessions, and video productions to successful execution. 

• Orchestrate cross-functional collaboration between internal Editorial, Fashion, Creative, and Condé Nast Entertainment (CNE) teams to successfully execute culture-shifting, globally resonant content.

• Contribute global celebrity talent ideas and entertainment editorial strategy touching 20 international markets, working closely with Global Editorial Directors for AD and GQ.

• Collaborate with internal and external Social and Communications teams to coordinate digital rollout strategies.

• Partner with TTG Commercial to cast and book talent for large-scale, global branded campaigns.

• Contribute stories and features appearing in print and online.

• Must be based in New York City and come to the office 4x per week at 1 World Trade Center.

Skills & requirements

• 7+ years of talent booking experience

• Keen eye for emerging talent and trends in the model, content creator and influencer vertical

• Robust network of industry contacts and full rolodex

• Experience working within editorial

• Sincere interest in entertainment and media, particularly in both GQ and AD

• Strong communication skills, team player eager to cooperate and collaborate with counterparts in other markets

The expected base salary range for this position is from $80,000 - $100,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates may also be eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation.

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.