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We’re excited to open our applications for Issue 14, Spring 2026! We are accepting general member applications for each of our six teams. Scroll through the entire page to see all available positions. General applications are due on January 21st @11:59PM PST.
Email us at hauteusc@gmail.com or DM us @hauteusc with any questions.
January 12: General applications open
January 21: General applications close
January 24-25: Interviews by invitation
January 25: Optional mixer by invitation
January 26: Decisions Released!
January 28: First General Meeting
STAFF APPLICATIONS
In addition to gaining access to Haute’s large network of creatives, general members will have the opportunity to publish their work (whether it be photography, writing, or design) in Haute Magazine. Members will enjoy priority access to Haute’s events including our launch party and member socials. Each semester will also bring unique opportunities to all members—for example, in past semesters, members were able to intern at Los Angeles Fashion Week and attend shows with press passes.
The goal of our recruitment process is to find passionate creatives who have demonstrated interest and investment in Haute and our mission. Throughout our written application, mixer, and interview rounds, we aim to foster genuine conversations and connections. So be yourself—we’re so excited to get to know you!
Applications are due on January 21st at 11:59pm.
WRITING TEAM
As a staff writer for Haute Magazine, you will pitch, write, and edit an article in the style of your choice for our semesterly issue, whether it be a creative piece, think piece, profile, feature, or something else that fits the semester’s theme. Your writing piece will function as a creative collaboration with a photographer and a designer, and your writing will be published as a spread in this semester’s issue. Experience in writing is preferred but not necessary.
PHOTOGRAPHY TEAM
As a staff photographer for Haute Magazine, you will work on a photoshoot that will be published as a spread in this semester’s issue. In the past, Haute photographers have organized team shoots for and outside of the magazine as well. Notable shoots our photographers have done in the past include collaborations with NIKE, Tilly’s, Gentle Monster, UNIF, Vans, KACE Tea, and more. Previous experience in photography is highly preferred.
VISUAL DESIGN TEAM
As a staff designer for Haute Magazine, your main responsibility will be to design the spreads of our magazine, using assets created by the Photography and Writing teams. Throughout the semester, you will also have the opportunity to participate in various other creative tasks, such as designing marketing assets for our social media and promotional posters. A background in design and previous experience in the Adobe Suite is highly preferred.
MULTIMEDIA TEAM
As a member of Haute Magazine’s Multimedia team, you will work in a small team to produce videography for the organization, most notably Haute’s theme reveal. In addition to collaborating to produce the theme reveal, members will be able to pursue opportunities such as promotional reels, short films, personal projects, and behind-the-scenes footage, either independently or with a group of videographers. Previous experience in handling video is preferred but not necessary.
FINANCE & EVENTS TEAM
As a member of Haute Magazine’s Finance & Events team, you will work in a group to bring together fundraising events, plan socials, and coordinate Haute’s end-of-semester launch party. Members will develop relationships with donors and external vendors, expand Haute’s network through sponsorships and partnerships, and contribute to marketing strategy. Previous experience with planning events is preferred but not necessary.
CONTENT TEAM
As a member of the Content team, you will work on producing, filming, and editing short-form video and photo assets for Haute and its sponsors. The content team is largely responsible for curating Haute’s social media feed. Recently introduced last semester, the content team has produced short-form videos for Haute’s events, Jade Leaf Matcha, and Nike. Previous experience in videography, editing, or photography is highly preferred.
FAQ
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Yes, but make sure to fill out each team’s separate application.
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Compile your top work in a Google Drive folder, share the folder with hauteusc@gmail.com, and send us the shareable link.
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While we’d prefer applicants with previous experience, all applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background.
Please direct any other questions to our contact page, email us directly at hauteusc@gmail.com, or DM us on Instagram @hauteusc.