Fashion Writer — ELLE Singapore

<p><span>ELLE Singapore is looking for a Fashion Writer with a distinctive voice, sharp editorial instincts, and a strong understanding of fashion and culture. You’ll turn trends, runway developments, and potential emerging stories into engaging content that feels relevant to readers in Singapore.</span></p><p><span>This role suits a curious, resourceful writer who can balance creative storytelling with accurate reporting, meet deadlines, and bring fresh, exciting ideas to an editorial team.</span></p><h6><span>What you’ll do</span></h6><p><span>· Pitch and write fashion news, features, interviews, trend reports, and shopping stories for print and digital platforms.</span></p><p><span>· Cover local, regional, and international fashion, from emerging designers and homegrown labels to major fashion houses.</span></p><p><span>· Translate runway trends and industry developments into accessible stories with a clear editorial point of view.</span></p><p><span>· Research stories thoroughly, conduct interviews, and fact-check copy to maintain editorial accuracy.</span></p><p><span>· Work with editors and teammates to develop compelling fashion content.</span></p><p><span>· Adapt stories for digital audiences through engaging headlines, search-friendly copy, and social content.</span></p><p><span>· Produce short-form video content and assist with basic video editing when needed.</span></p><p><span>· Attend relevant launches, previews, fashion shows and industry events—both in Singapore and overseas.</span></p><p><span>· Build relationships with designers, brands, publicists, and other relevant industry contacts.</span></p><p><span>· Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining a consistent editorial voice.</span></p><p><span>· Contribute ideas for recurring columns, special issues, and editorial and commercial projects.</span></p><h6><span>What you’ll bring</span></h6><p><span>· Strong writing, editing and interviewing skills, with a portfolio of published work or relevant writing samples.</span></p><p><span>· A sound understanding of fashion, including designers, collections, fashion history, and the wider fashion and culture conversations shaping the industry.</span></p><p><span>· An eye for stories that resonate with readers in Singapore and Southeast Asia.</span></p><p><span>· The ability to write with personality, clarity, and accuracy across different formats.</span></p><p><span>· Familiarity with digital publishing, SEO and AEO, and social media.</span></p><p><span>· Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the confidence to work both independently and collaboratively.</span></p><p><span>· Relevant experience in fashion, lifestyle journalism or digital media. Applicants with a compelling portfolio and transferable editorial experience are also welcome.</span></p><h6><span>How to apply</span></h6><p><span>Please submit your CV, a short cover letter and three to five writing samples or a portfolio link. Include two fashion story ideas you would pitch to ELLE Singapore.</span></p>