Studio Associate Stylist - A&F Co

Company Description

Job Description

The studio Associate Stylist role is a creative role, responsible for helping Sr/Stylist execute the elevated look and feel of the Abercrombie & Fitch brand. This role will support the styling team on the e-commerce studio set, in stores, and be a key member on a collaborative team responsible for establishing a strong styling point of view for A&F. They will report to the Sr Stylist/Stylist and partner with: Marketing (Creative/Art Direction), Visual, Design, and Merchandising to thread the brand styling perspective throughout each touchpoint. The Studio Omni Stylist is an expert in industry trends and brings a unique point-of-view to styling a classic brand in a modern and commercial way that allows A&F’s personality to shine through online and in-store.

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What Will You Be Doing?

Create and manage daily and monthly shotlists to ensure accuracy of prio’d items and set date

Maintain specific daily shot counts regardless of additions, drops or changes to the shotlist and communicate to Sr/Stylist, Art Direction and photography

Prep clothing for shoot days by locating appropriate sizes based on model measurements, laundering clothing and ensure rack is 100% ready for studio shoot day

Assist on set during on-figure photography, including fittings and garment preparation

Pull and maintain an “extra’s” rack for in the moment pivots while assisting on set

Document all styled looks and shot count for each day and relay any pertinent information such as PRF’s/Jira’s to Sr/Stylist, Art Direction and Photographer

Pull and organize all samples based on set date ensuring all available product is organized and displayed before styling begins

Schedule outfitting rack reviews with Sr/Stylist and share out to leadership team for feedback

Obtain fit notes from merchants to ensure garments fit true to design during on figure shooting

Attend all walkthroughs to provide support and notate any changes to styled looks

Communicate and reshoot information regarding styling daily to Sr/Stylist, Art Direction and Photographer

Help oversee and guide freelance assistants to ensure maximized productivity

Determine the number of days necessary to shoot each season based on set date and shot type, then meet with production and Sr/Stylist to align on days and models needed

Seasonally pull and help provide inspirational images to help Sr/Stylist create on trend outfitting

Keep styling space organized and clean at all times

Assist and help on editorial shoot days when help is needed

Assist and help with social content and outfitting when help is needed

Attend PRF and selling meetings and recap Sr/Stylist any actionable points for week or month

What Do You Need To Bring?

Bachelor’s Degree or related experience

Experience in assisting styling or visual merchandising in a fast-paced cross-functional team

Must be organized, self-motivated, and passionate about branding and the e-commerce landscape

Must have strong communication skills: team-orientated, positive, collaborative, proactive and business-savvy

Desire to stay up to date on e-commerce industry trends and other retail brands as they pertain to the A&F’s competitive landscape

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally-led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

Our Values

Our corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign. In addition to equitable compensation and benefit offerings, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, we offer a range of educational and engagement opportunities, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:

Incentive bonus program

401(K) savings plan with company match

Annual companywide review process

Flexible spending accounts

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Associate assistance program

Paid parental and adoption leave

Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot

Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace

Paid Caregiver Leave

Mobile Stipend

Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community

Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)

Seven associate wellness half days per year

Onsite fitness center

Merchandise discount on all of our brands

Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within

Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups

Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER