Janell M. Hickman is a freelance beauty editor who has written for Ebony, ELLE, Teen Vogue, Man Repeller, SELF, Gilt and currently, BET. Janell has a ton of great advice if you’d like to jump into the world of freelance beauty writing.
Today, we'll discuss:
- How Janell leveraged her network to build her career
- Why working with difficult people is a bonus to your career
- Why you should always accept criticism
- How to get started as a freelance beauty writer
- How to pitch editors
- The difference between a beauty editor and beauty writer
- Her preferred (minimal!) workout routine that keeps her body on point
- Her ride or die beauty staples
Stay connected with Janell on Instagram and through her website.
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