For more than 50 years, GQ has been the premier men’s magazine, providing definitive coverage of style and culture. With its unique and powerful design, work from the finest photographers, and a stable of award-winning writers, GQ reaches millions of leading men each month. The only publication that speaks to all sides of the male equation, GQ is simply sharper and smarter.

Job Description

GQ is an editorial powerhouse, with 20 global editions and 30M social followers generating 34M unique visitors every month. In France, GQ reaches an audience of nearly 49M people every month across our multiplatform channels. GQ is hiring a Head of Editorial Content to lead the GQ France editorial team and develop a robust editorial strategy to drive audience growth. 

This role will be responsible for setting a clear editorial vision and strategy, which connects to GQ’s global vision while also serving GQ France’s local audience. The HEC will work closely with the editorial team to assign audience-driving content across platforms, develop engaging editorial tent poles and franchises, and establish a strong creative point of view, while also meeting KPIs and maintaining an efficient workflow. The HEC will also participate in GQ’s global network, to share local content ideas, participate in and help shape global editorial moments, and more. The HEC will be closely involved in collaborating with all editorial, commercial and consumer stakeholders to drive both editorial excellence and revenue growth for the brand. 

Additionally, the HEC will lead and manage GQ France’s editorial team to ensure a positive, empowered working environment. The HEC will work with editors to establish goals, as well as manage team and individual performance. 

A perfect candidate will have a strong editorial point of view and clear editorial strategy for continuing GQ France’s growth. They must have experience managing editorial staff, a keen eye for developing storytelling specific to GQ, a talent for spotting new potential contributors (writers, stylists, photographers), an excellent sense of what celebrities and personalities will appeal to GQ France’s audience, and a strong grasp of GQ France’s tone, voice and editorial point of view. They should be comfortable with both setting high-level and long-term editorial strategy and digging into the daily process of ideation, directing, editing, and packaging content. They should have experience using audience insights to refine their tactics, and be an expert at managing multiple projects and setting strategic priorities. The role is for someone who cares deeply about GQ France’s point of view, the topics we cover, and is enthusiastic about leading a strong and agile team. 

The GQ France Head of Editorial Content will report to GQ’s Deputy Global Editorial Director. 

Accountabilities/ Responsibilities

• Set and oversee local editorial direction and strategy across site, social, video and print (aligned with overall global priorities) to grow audience and drive revenue
• Work closely with Global Content Strategy Director, Executive Global Director (Audience Development, Social Media & Analytics) and Global Video Programming & Strategy Director to implement digital, video and social best practices
• As part of Global Leadership Committee, contribute story, talent and strategic ideas for all GQ global editorial projects, including global print and digital stories
• Oversee all local editorial direction and content production, including assigning stories and setting content lineups
• Work closely with local editorial leadership to ensure efficient content production at a high-level of quality, including signing off on all proofs and flagging content for legal/regional sensitivities
• Work closely with Editorial/Content Operations team to achieve editorial content and page budget targets and strategize on editorial content efficiencies across all platforms
• Collaborate closely with commercial and consumer revenue teams to support revenue-driving opportunities
• Act as in-market brand ambassador, hosting events and liaising with commercial clients as required
• Potential to pitch and write stories for digital and print, conducting interviews and reporting as required
• Work closely with local HR, Finance, Director of Editorial Operations and Global Editorial Director to ensure efficient team organization; in addition, work across these stakeholders to design and fill any open roles within the GQ France editorial organization
• Manage local editorial team including goal setting, resolving conflicts, and focusing on building team morale
• Serve as regional representative on the new GQ Global Leadership Team
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a senior editorial role, managing and editing teams of writers, editors, and creatives with a keen interest in developing talent and strong expertise in digital, video, and print media.
• Demonstrated experience in men’s fashion media with strong digital-first focus and connections to French fashion and entertainment industries
• Passion for GQ’s cultural point of view and commitment to setting local editorial vision in line with global editorial direction
• Extremely strong editorial skills and experience assigning and editing high-volume of multi-platform content
• Proven leader with ability to empower, mentor and inspire nimble editorial team
• Creative and innovative thinker who will bring inventive new ideas to editorial development

Location:

Paris, 75C

Job Type:

Regular

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 workplace.

Duties and responsibilities may be adjusted based on years of experience.

Salary is also commensurate with experience.

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