Cassie Basford
About Cassie Basford
Cassie Basford serves as the Assistant Visuals Editor at Condé Nast, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in photography and visual direction, she has held various roles in notable organizations, including Penske Media Corporation and Billboard.
Work at Condé Nast
Cassie Basford has been employed at Condé Nast as an Assistant Visuals Editor since 2019. In this role, she assists with visual direction for print-to-web production, ensuring consistency across various platforms. She provides editorial and creative support for daily publications, specifically for Allure and Glamour. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Visuals Fellow at Condé Nast from 2017 to 2018, where she gained valuable experience in the visual aspects of media production.
Previous Experience in Media
Before her tenure at Condé Nast, Cassie Basford held various positions in the media industry. She worked as a Digital Photo Editor at Penske Media Corporation from 2017 to 2019, and she completed a Photography Internship at Billboard in 2017. Additionally, she served as a Freelance Assistant Photographer and Videographer at Paper Magazine for one month in 2017. Her experience also includes an internship at NBCUniversal Media, LLC in 2016 and a role as a Photography Intern at Spence Photographics in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Cassie Basford studied at Parsons School of Design, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Photography from 2013 to 2017. She also participated as a Visiting Artist at the Fashion Institute of Technology in 2017. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in visual editing and photography.
Contributions to Events and Projects
In her role at Condé Nast, Cassie Basford assisted in planning Glamour’s Women of the Year summit and gala. She contributed to the visual and logistical execution of the event, showcasing her ability to manage complex projects. Additionally, she manages budgets and tracks copyright and credits for visual projects, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy.
Skills in Visual Storytelling
Cassie Basford contributes to photo research for both print and digital features, enhancing the visual storytelling of publications. Her role involves ensuring that visual content aligns with editorial standards and enhances the overall narrative presented in the media.