Florie Harding
About Florie Harding
Florie Harding is an Archive and Digital Collections Coordinator at Condé Nast, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in fashion journalism and has held various roles in editorial and archival positions across several prestigious organizations in London.
Work at Condé Nast
Florie Harding has been employed at Condé Nast since 2020, currently holding the position of Archive and Digital Collections Coordinator. In this role, she oversees the scanning of transparencies and prints to ensure they meet exhibition and publication quality standards. Additionally, she is responsible for archival picture research for books published under Condé Nast, exhibitions, and the Vogue monthly archive page. Harding also manages the syndication to foreign Condé Nast titles, working with contractual agreements, and co-manages the conservation of the physical archive.
Previous Experience in Publishing and Media
Before her current role, Harding worked in various capacities within the publishing and media sectors. She served as a Freelance Writer for GQ Magazine and Hole & Corner in 2019. Additionally, she held positions as an Editorial Assistant at WWD and NET-A-PORTER in 2018. Her experience also includes a role as a Fashion Editorial Intern at The Times in 2017. These positions provided her with a foundation in editorial processes and content creation.
Education and Expertise
Florie Harding earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Communication: Fashion Journalism from Central Saint Martins, University of The Arts London, completing her studies from 2015 to 2019. This educational background equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in fashion journalism and digital archiving, enhancing her expertise in managing collections and coordinating permissions.
Background in Studio and Archive Management
Prior to her current roles at Condé Nast, Harding gained experience in studio and archive management. She worked as a Studio Assistant and Studio Intern at IDEA BOOKS LIMITED in 2017 and 2018. Her responsibilities included managing the conservation of various archival materials, such as negatives, transparencies, and photographic prints. This experience has been instrumental in her current role overseeing the digital and physical archives at Condé Nast.
Technical Skills in Digital Archiving
In her role as Archive and Digital Collections Coordinator, Harding manages the metadata of the digital archive and collaborates with technical teams to enhance the functionality of digital archive systems. Her technical skills are essential for maintaining the integrity and accessibility of Condé Nast's extensive digital collections.