[Hiring] Digital Writer @APX Luxury

Role Description

APX Luxury is seeking a Digital Writer to develop and produce compelling stories for an upcoming digital publication dedicated to luxury, fashion, design, travel, and culture across Africa. Based in one of the continent's key creative and cultural hubs, the writer will bring an on-the-ground perspective to the brand, uncovering the people, places, and ideas shaping their city and region. The ideal candidate is an excellent writer and reporter with curiosity, cultural awareness, and a strong interest in luxury, fashion, design, and travel across the continent.

• Research, pitch and write original stories for the digital publication, with a particular focus on your city and wider region.
• Develop fresh, intelligent story angles around luxury, fashion, culture, design, travel, business, and personalities, from established names to emerging talent.
• Report from the ground to bring first-hand insight to the publication.
• Build and maintain relationships with designers, artisans, hoteliers, entrepreneurs, creatives, and other local sources.
• Build a network with public relations professionals in your region and around for story leads.
• Contribute digital-first, SEO-forward stories based on in-depth research.
• Keep the editorial team informed of local trends, openings, and cultural moments worth covering.

Qualifications

• Based in Casablanca, Marrakesh, Addis Ababa, Nairobi, or any other major African city, with deep knowledge of the city's creative, cultural, and luxury scenes.
• 3–5 years of experience in journalism, publishing, luxury, fashion, lifestyle, or culture media.
• Excellent command of English and a strong individual writing voice.
• Strong research, reporting, and interviewing skills.
• Curious, well-read, and plugged into African and international culture.
• An established network within local fashion, design, hospitality, or creative industries is a plus.
• Meticulous about facts, names, titles, and details.
• Comfortable working at speed and independently, often remotely, without compromising editorial quality.

Company Description

APX Luxury is one of Asia's most vibrant and progressive independent media houses. Our portfolio includes a variety of successful regional publishing brands in lifestyle and luxury markets across Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. Print publications include AUGUSTMAN, HELLO! Magazine Thailand, Prestige, Travel & Leisure, and PIN Prestige. Digital offerings include Lifestyleasia.com, Augustman.com, PrestigeOnline.com, Travelandleisureasia.com, and PinPrestige.com.