Assistant to the Creative Director

About the Role

Title: Assistant to the Creative Director, Oprah Daily

Location: New York United States

Job Description:

Overview (Why This Role?)

Are you passionate about the Oprah brand and eager to contribute to a dynamic editorial team? Oprah Daily is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and organized Assistant to the Creative Director to help bring bold, purposeful content to life. This role is a unique opportunity to support a high-level creative executive while contributing editorially to one of Hearst's most beloved brands.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.—including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics — inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Manage the Creative Director’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and events

• Provide administrative and project-based support to the Style team, under the guidance of the Market Director

• Build and publish digital stories on the Oprah Daily website

• Submit expense reports and coordinate travel for the Creative Director

• Coordinate logistics for the annual Oprah’s Favorite Things gift guide, including vendor outreach and communication

• Manage scheduling for the fashion and style department, including daily events, TV appearances, and team run-throughs

• Liaise with other departments (editorial, art, photo, advertising) to streamline planning and production workflows

• Research trending fashion, beauty, and lifestyle topics to identify timely SEO-driven opportunities

• Pitch and write short-form content optimized for search in collaboration with the digital editorial team

• Optimize existing digital content with improved metadata, headlines, and keywords

• Monitor content performance analytics to help refine editorial strategy

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• Minimum of 1 year of administrative experience, ideally supporting a high-level executive in an editorial environment

• Strong familiarity with and enthusiasm for the Oprah brand and mission

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

• Professional discretion and good judgment when handling sensitive information or interacting with high-profile individuals

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Energetic, proactive, and resourceful team player with a growth mindset

• Proven ability to multitask, manage deadlines, and adapt to fast-paced environments

• Basic understanding of SEO best practices and a desire to grow audience development knowledge

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Keynote, Google Drive, Zoom, and the ability to quickly learn new tools and systems

• Hybrid role based in NYC, with an expectation of 4 days per week in-office

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.

• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.

• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.

• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.

• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary for this role is between $60,000 - $62,730. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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Job Info

• Job Identification2024051

• Job ScheduleFull time

• Locations 300 West 57th Street, New York, NY, 10019, US