Anna Wintour is preparing to shift her long-held leadership at American Vogue by delegating daily editorial tasks while remaining firmly in charge of the magazine’s direction. The iconic editor-in-chief since 1988, Wintour informed staff Thursday that she plans to hire a “head of editorial content” who will report directly to her. She will maintain her roles as global editorial director and Condé Nast chief content officer.
As chief content officer, Wintour oversees Condé Nast staples including Wired, Vanity Fair, GQ, AD, and Vogue. Women’s Wear Daily reports this delegation will free her to “support the markets more equally,” in addition to continuing to lead all brands except The New Yorker.
At 75, Wintour remains a cultural powerhouse. She has chaired the Met Gala since 1995 and retains “the ultimate sign‑off over the event’s high-profile guest list and seating chart.” Known for her bob, dark sunglasses, and steel resolve, she reshaped fashion journalism decades ago—famously placing Madonna on the May 1989 Vogue cover for the first time on a celebrity. Since joining Condé Nast in the 1960s and British Vogue in 1985, Wintour has been synonymous with its brand identity.
The new appointment aims to protect Vogue’s legacy in an evolving media landscape.
