First off, let's be clear about what Conde Nast means by "freelance": For an "indefinite" period (could be anywhere from 1-2 years): -You earn $10/hr ("but it's ok because you can earn overtime" and it's understood you will work lots overtime...hello weekends -You do not receive health insurance or other benefits that staff employees typically receive -Your name is not printed on the monthly masthead as a member of the mag's "staff" That said, it was the worst interview processes I've ever undergone. I waited over an hour to be interviewed by the current fashion assistant who was nice but really gave no apology at all and simply assumed that I should understand because, well, it's GQ. The interview questions were typical...I explained my background and what led me to GQ and the current fashion assistant explained the role and expectations. I get it, Conde Nast is cutting costs left and right (just Google "Conde Nast layoffs"). In the end, I don't feel like I should be begging on all fours for a $10/hr job with no benefits or real recognition just because it's GQ. I couldn't survive on $10/hr in the city unless I had my parents to support me. So, the cycle of the privileged few getting their feet in the door continues.