Emily Zak
About Emily Zak
Emily Zak serves as the Vogue Global Network Head of Fashion Shows at Condé Nast, a position she has held since 2018. With a background in Fine Arts and Journalism, she has extensive experience in the fashion industry, including roles at Vanity Fair and Vogue.
Work at Condé Nast
Emily Zak has held multiple positions at Condé Nast, starting as an Editorial Associate at Vanity Fair from 2001 to 2003. She then served as Executive Retail Editor for Vogue from 2005 to 2013. In 2018, she became the Vogue Global Network Head of Fashion Shows, a role she continues to hold. Her experience at Condé Nast spans over a decade, contributing to various aspects of fashion media.
Current Role at Vogue
As the Vogue Global Network Head of Fashion Shows, Emily Zak oversees the organization and execution of fashion shows for Vogue globally. This role involves collaboration with designers, brands, and various stakeholders in the fashion industry to ensure successful events. Her leadership in this position has been significant since she began in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Emily Zak's educational background includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Cornish College of the Arts, where she studied Fine Art and Dance from 1996 to 1998. She also holds a Master of Arts in Journalism from Goldsmiths College, University of London, completed in 2004. Additionally, she studied Fine Art and Studio Art at the Rhode Island School of Design for one year. This diverse educational foundation supports her expertise in fashion and media.
Previous Experience in Fashion Media
Before her current role, Emily Zak worked at Yoox Net-a-porter Group as Executive Fashion Editor for Porter Magazine since 2013. Her previous positions at Condé Nast, including her roles as Editorial Associate and Executive Retail Editor, provided her with a strong foundation in fashion journalism and editorial management.
Background in Fine Arts
Emily Zak's background in Fine Arts contributes to her understanding of aesthetics and creativity in the fashion industry. Her studies in Fine Art, Dance, and Studio Art have equipped her with a unique perspective that informs her work in fashion shows and editorial content.