Condé Nast Merges Teen Vogue Into Vogue’s Website
The union representing Teen Vogue staffers has strongly criticized the decision to merge the youth-centric publication into Vogue’s main website. They raised concerns about potential negative effects on staff diversity and the magazine’s political coverage.
Union’s Response to the Merger
Condé United and the NewsGuild of New York publicly condemned Condé Nast’s consolidation plans for Teen Vogue. In a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter, the labor groups argued the move aims “to blunt the award-winning magazine’s insightful journalism at a time when it is needed the most.”
Changes in Editorial Leadership
Vogue announced that the 22-year-old Teen Vogue brand will be integrated within Vogue.com, while remaining a “distinct editorial property.” However, Versha Sharma, the current editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue, is leaving the company. Chloe Malle, Vogue’s head of editorial content, will now oversee Teen Vogue’s direction.
Chloe Malle expressed commitment to “continuing and supporting its point of view and sensibility.”
New Editorial Focus for Teen Vogue
According to the announcement, Teen Vogue on Vogue.com will concentrate on “career development, cultural leadership and other issues that matter most to young people.”
Concerns About Diversity and Political Voice
The newsroom union argues that this restructuring threatens to reduce staff diversity and weaken Teen Vogue’s progressive political identity.
Author’s Summary
The merger of Teen Vogue into Vogue.com faces sharp criticism from unions concerned about preserving the magazine’s diversity and politically engaged journalism.