Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 2, 2025 · Entertainment

Anna Wintour's Vogue Role Goes Public on LinkedIn: A Marketing Masterstroke or a Mockery?

The hiring process has begun for Anna Wintour 's highly covered position at Vogue after the style icon stepped down from one of her roles at Vogue after 37 years

Vogue's Top Secret Job Posting Exposed: The Hunt for Anna Wintour's Replacement Begins!

In a shocking move, Condé Nast has taken the unprecedented step of advertising the highly-coveted position of Head of Editorial Content at US Vogue on LinkedIn - and the internet is going wild!

Rumors have been swirling that Anna Wintour, the legendary editor-in-chief, will be stepping down from one of her roles after an impressive 37-year tenure. While insiders believe a high-profile editor already in the Condé Nast fold is likely to take the reins, the company's decision to publicly post the job has left everyone guessing - and excited!

While it's expected that a high-profile editor already known to the company is likely to be appointed the position, job seekers were amused to find Condè Nast are advertising the role to the public on LinkedIn

The tantalizing posting features a stunning collage of pink couture dresses in various shades, accompanied by the enigmatic phrase: "We are hiring." The accompanying text reveals that Condè Nast is seeking a Head of Editorial Content for US Vogue, with applications invited via email.

As news of the job posting spread like wildfire on social media, fans and fashion enthusiasts alike couldn't help but speculate about the identity of the lucky candidate. "Crying at Condè Nast pretending to consider applications from people on LinkedIn," quipped one user, sharing a screenshot on X (formerly Twitter). Another joked: "Acting like they're not finishing up negotiations with the candidate already!"

Some wags even suggested that the posting might be part of a clever marketing campaign for Devil Wears Prada 2 - a notion that had everyone giggling! Others observed that it was unusual for such a senior role to be publicly advertised, speculating that the company must have selected their top choice behind closed doors.

Last week, Wintour told staffers that she will be hiring a new head of editorial content at American Vogue

Meanwhile, Anna Wintour herself confirmed last week that she will be hiring a new Head of Editorial Content at American Vogue. As part of her expanded role as global chief content officer and global editorial director at Vogue, Wintour will continue to oversee every brand globally, including Wired, Vanity Fair, GQ, AD, Condé Nast Traveler, Glamour, Bon Appetit, Tatler, World of Interiors, and Allure - among others.

As we await the identity of the chosen one, let's take a trip down memory lane. Wintour first became editor-in-chief of Vogue in 1988, transforming the iconic magazine into the fashion powerhouse it is today. Her legendary covers have featured A-listers like Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, Ivana Trump, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, and Cindy Crawford - to name just a few.

With Wintour's reputation for making the Met Gala what it is today - a red-carpet extravaganza attended by fashion's elite, where she personally greets celebrities - we can only imagine who might be next in line to take on this coveted role. Stay tuned, folks!

She will continue to hold her position as Condé Nast's global chief content officer and global editorial director at Vogue, and the new head of editorial content will report directly to her

TheScholarlyNote.com has reached out to Condé Nast for further comment and will bring you updates as the story unfolds!

In her 37-year reign, Wintour reinvented the magazine, turning it into the influential force it is today (Pictured: Wintour's first cover in 1988)