Grace Edquist
About Grace Edquist
Grace Edquist serves as the Deputy to the Global Copy Director at Condé Nast and has held the position of Copy Director for Vogue since 2021. With a background in various editorial roles at Condé Nast and other publications, she specializes in copyediting best practices across international markets.
Work at Condé Nast
Grace Edquist has held multiple roles at Condé Nast since 2017. She currently serves as the Copy Director for Vogue, a position she has held since 2021. In addition, she has been the Deputy to the Global Copy Director since 2022. Prior to these roles, she worked as a Digital Line Editor and later as a Senior Digital Line Editor. During her tenure, she has been responsible for implementing copyediting best practices across various international markets, including the UK, Germany, Italy, and France. She also oversees the proofreading of Condé Nast issues specifically for Apple News+ and trains freelance copy editors.
Previous Experience in Editorial Roles
Before her extensive career at Condé Nast, Grace Edquist worked at Wanderlust LLC in several capacities, including Associate Editor, Special Projects Editor, and Editor from 2014 to 2017. Her experience also includes a role as Associate Editor/Web Editor at Madison Magazine from 2012 to 2014. These positions provided her with a strong foundation in editorial practices and digital content management.
Education and Expertise
Grace Edquist studied at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Journalism. She also attended Divine Savior Holy Angels High School. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in copyediting and editorial management, particularly in high-profile publications.
Training and Development Initiatives
In her current role at Condé Nast, Grace Edquist is responsible for training freelance copy editors. This initiative reflects her commitment to maintaining high editorial standards and ensuring consistency across various publications. Her expertise in copyediting best practices is instrumental in supporting the development of editorial teams within the organization.