For a job in academia, I would err on the side of caution, so I say suit. Plus, it’s not just at a university, it’s also a journal - in medicine. That’s about as professional as it gets. It’s a completely different ballgame than women’s glossies. You want to look like you fit in with the professionals at the university, not like you could be one of its students.
Nobody at the Journal of Preventative Medicine gives a hoot about what you’re wearing…and wearing a wrap dress may not exactly prove to them that you can edit their manuscripts.
In an interview with a glossy mag, never wear a suit, but I think the job you’re interviewing for is a lot less glam. Show them you mean business. I vote suit for THIS specific interview…and remember to tailor your actions (and outfits) with each different interview! Good luck!
is the interview for a magazine job? i would advise against wearing a suit especially if it’s somewhere hot. suits are great for corporate jobs, but for editorial it makes you look stuffy.
if you have nice legs, wear a cute dress or skirt/top combo with heels. if you feel naked showing leg, wear cute pants and a fun top with heels and accessories. wear what makes you feel comfortable and if it’s a fashion mag, try to keep your outfit similar to what is in the pages of the mag.
also - so much of getting a job is being confident, but not arrogant and showcasing yourself well in the interview. look clean, well groomed and speak clearly and ask questions. always send thank you notes. good luck!
Hi mimi-
This job is actually for the American Journal of Preventative Medicine. The job is
based at a university and it’s an Assistant Editor position with a responsibility of
proofreading manuscripts.
Does this make a difference for what I should wear?
I haven’t ever worn a suit to an editorial interview; obviously no one will look down on you for doing it, but you definitely don’t need to. I usually wear a black pencil skirt and a top that is cute, but not bare (boatneck, cap/short sleeves) and good shoes. Business-like and obviously much more formal than an everyday outfit, but more interesting than a suit.
For a job in academia
For a job in academia, I would err on the side of caution, so I say suit. Plus, it’s not just at a university, it’s also a journal - in medicine. That’s about as professional as it gets. It’s a completely different ballgame than women’s glossies. You want to look like you fit in with the professionals at the university, not like you could be one of its students.
I agree
Nobody at the Journal of Preventative Medicine gives a hoot about what you’re wearing…and wearing a wrap dress may not exactly prove to them that you can edit their manuscripts.
In an interview with a glossy mag, never wear a suit, but I think the job you’re interviewing for is a lot less glam. Show them you mean business. I vote suit for THIS specific interview…and remember to tailor your actions (and outfits) with each different interview! Good luck!
is the interview for a
is the interview for a magazine job? i would advise against wearing a suit especially if it’s somewhere hot. suits are great for corporate jobs, but for editorial it makes you look stuffy.
if you have nice legs, wear a cute dress or skirt/top combo with heels. if you feel naked showing leg, wear cute pants and a fun top with heels and accessories. wear what makes you feel comfortable and if it’s a fashion mag, try to keep your outfit similar to what is in the pages of the mag.
also - so much of getting a job is being confident, but not arrogant and showcasing yourself well in the interview. look clean, well groomed and speak clearly and ask questions. always send thank you notes. good luck!
Hi mimi- This job is
Hi mimi-
This job is actually for the American Journal of Preventative Medicine. The job is
based at a university and it’s an Assistant Editor position with a responsibility of
proofreading manuscripts.
Does this make a difference for what I should wear?
never wear a suit!! nice
never wear a suit!!
nice slacks and a blouse will be fine.
or even a pencil skirt and a blouse. or a wrap dress!
good luck! make sure you’re confident!
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I haven’t ever worn a suit to an editorial interview; obviously no one will look down on you for doing it, but you definitely don’t need to. I usually wear a black pencil skirt and a top that is cute, but not bare (boatneck, cap/short sleeves) and good shoes. Business-like and obviously much more formal than an everyday outfit, but more interesting than a suit.