Stuart Selner (pictured) was formerly Creative Director at Marie Claire. He has considerable experience in the magazine industry having held the same position at Arena, Elle and Emap’s Youth Titles - Just Seventeen, Bliss, Looks, Minx and More! He was also the launch Creative Director for FHM in the US.
He takes on responsibility for the overall visual direction of Cosmopolitan including the editorial design and imagery together with the design of the magazine’s promotions. Part of his role will also include working with the wider commercial team to oversee all visual extensions of the Cosmopolitan brand.
Selner will report to the Editor of Cosmopolitan, Louise Court, and will lead a team of eight.
“I’m delighted that Stuart is joining the Cosmopolitan team,” said Louise Court, Editor of Cosmopolitan. “Stuart has a wealth of experience and is widely respected in the industry for his creative flair and inherent understanding of women’s magazines. I look forward to working with Stuart to deliver continued success and take Cosmopolitan to a new level.”
“Stuart has over two decades of experience at the very highest level of magazine design,” said Justine Southall, Publishing Director of Cosmopolitan. “I’m confident his skill set of designing for both magazines and wider commercial projects will ensure all elements of Cosmopolitan remain fresh, consistent and on brand and will appeal to readers and advertisers alike.”
Selner will join Cosmopolitan on 15th February and succeeds Andy Greenhouse who is leaving to set up his own business.
About Cosmopolitan
NatMags says: “Cosmopolitan magazine, published by The National Magazine Company, has a circulation of 441,663. A magazine for Fun, Fearless, Females, it celebrates fun, glamour and a passion for life and inspires young women to be the best they can be.”
