Robin Key
About Robin Key
Robin Key is the Photographic Director at British GQ, having held the position since 2017. He has extensive experience in photography and editorial roles, including previous positions at The Future Laboratory and farfetch.com.
Work at Condé Nast
Robin Key has served as the Photographic Director for British GQ at Condé Nast Publications since 2017. In this role, Key oversees the visual direction of the magazine, ensuring that the photographic content aligns with the publication's brand identity and editorial vision. This position involves collaborating with photographers, stylists, and other creatives to produce compelling imagery that resonates with the magazine's audience.
Previous Experience in Photography
Before joining Condé Nast, Robin Key held several significant positions in the photography industry. From 2013 to 2017, Key worked as the Photography, Picture and Bookings Editor at farfetch.com, where responsibilities included managing photographic content and coordinating bookings. Prior to that, Key was a Picture Editor at The Future Laboratory from 2011 to 2013, focusing on visual storytelling and image selection. Additionally, Key gained experience as a Photography Assistant at Wallpaper* City Guides from 2007 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Robin Key studied Editorial Photography at the University of Brighton. This educational background provided Key with a solid foundation in photographic techniques, visual communication, and the editorial process. The skills acquired during this time have contributed to Key's professional development and expertise in the field of photography.
Early Career in Photography
Robin Key began a career in photography as a Picture Assistant at LS:N Global in 2011, where Key worked for eight months. This role marked the start of Key's professional journey in the visual arts, providing essential experience in image production and editorial work. The early positions in the industry laid the groundwork for subsequent roles in photography and editorial management.