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My summer as the creative project management intern at Condé Nast

What did my role consist of and what daily tasks did I complete?

My role involved supporting the team in client-facing meetings, including kick-offs, pitches, and PPMs. I created project timelines for several high-profile partnerships and managed daily client relationships. As a Vogue representative, I attended photoshoots, ensuring the client's voice was heard and their needs were met, while also ensuring that the deliverables were achieved. I also led several projects, including interactive native articles on Condé Nast Traveller, traffic drivers, and a double-page spread in World of Interiors. I had the opportunity to attend numerous lunch-and-learns with business leads across Condé Nast, including Roger Lynch and Chioma Nnadi. My role also involved working on a Dragon's Den Pitch competition, which I presented to a panel of judges in front of several hundred people.

The projects I managed!

With the amazing guidance from my team!

Edra x World of Interiors

Deliverables:

A double-page spread in The World of Interiors October Issue showcasing their new collection.

Daily Tasks:

I briefed this project into our commercial team and managed representatives from the Art & Copy teams to ensure deadlines were met. I communicated directly to with the client, ensuring everything was approved and their needs were met within the advertorial, whilst protecting the tone of voice of WOI. This included daily emails and building rapport with the client.

Visit Qatar x Condé nast Traveller

Deliverables:

An interactive native article, traffic drivers and dark social.

Daily Tasks:

I briefed this project to our commercial team and managed representatives from the Art & Copy teams to ensure deadlines were met. I created a project timeline and communicated this with the client. I ensured they were happy with the content whilst maintaining the editorial voice.

Club Med x Condé nAst Traveller

Deliverables:

A native article.

Daily Tasks:

I briefed this project into our commercial team and managed representatives from the Copy team to ensure deadlines were met. I communicated directly to with the client, ensuring everything was approved and their needs were met within the piece. This included daily emails and building rapport with the client.

Other projects I assisted with!

  • M&S X British Vogue

    I attended and assisted on a shoot for this campaign. I helped manage the client relationship and assisted with tasks such as retrieving products to ensure the smooth running of the day.

  • M&S x British Vogue

    I attended and assisted on a shoot for this campaign. I helped manage the client relationship and assisted with tasks such as retrieving products to ensure the smooth running of the day.

  • Nike x British Vogue

    I assisted on this shoot, which took place around various London landmarks, supporting the runner and assisting the client.

  • Ebay x British Vogue

    I attended and assisted on the Vogue Values x eBay shoot, promoting the new authenticity guarantee service. I worked alongside Harry Lambert and the incredible creative team. I also helped manage timelines for this collaboration.

  • Nike x British Vogue

    I attended and assisted this shoot, which included 5 Vogue editors. I helped manage product and assisted in liaising with the client.

  • Pandora x British Vogue

    I assisted on this photoshoot as both a runner and a project manager. It was great to learn how the production team works and operates, whilst still managing the client.

  • H&M x British Vogue

    My role for this photoshoot was ensuring the client & the talent’s team were happy with the content captured. It was great to develop soft skills by collaborating with various teams.

My Reflection

How did I grow?

From receiving the news that I had secured the internship, finding accommodation, and getting on a flight to the big city of London, to now having completed the 10 weeks, I have grown in so many ways.

I moved from the small island of Guernsey to the big city of London, and this experience has been so rewarding. I have had the opportunity to contribute to numerous projects and have had the privilege to learn from the best in the industry.

Across the 10 weeks I have…

Worked on 7 Vogue and Glamour shoots with the CNCC team, helping manage client relationships and acting as a runner.

Had the privilege of managing three client projects across digital and print brands. My pinch-me moment was seeing Condé Nast Traveller x Visit Qatar coming to life online! I will also be running to the shops when my other projects are released in print!

Throughout the internship, I've honed a range of transferable skills, including creating timelines and preparing P&Ls, as well as managing inter-team relationships.

On a personal level, I have navigated a brand new city, several tube closures and living alone! I have developed my resilience and ability to complete any task. Even moving out alone with my 30kg suitcase in 30 degree weather!

I have also shared this experience with nine other interns. They were a great shoulder to lean on, and we have made so many memories, from meeting with company leaders to our final presentations, and many lunches at Pret! I have been so fortunate to meet a group of hardworking, inspiring people. Thank you to the amazing People Team at Condé Nast for putting together this programme.

Undoubtedly, the most rewarding aspect of this internship has been the opportunity to learn from the Condé Nast Commercial Creative Team. Their dedication, passion, and hard work have been a constant source of inspiration for me, and I will always cherish the lessons I've learned from them. I will miss coming into this office every day!

I am so grateful to have had this experience, and will carry every lesson I have learnt into my future.