Online Cut Out Stylist
Are you an experienced still life stylist?
Do you know your Chloe from your Balmain?
Do you love all things luxury retail?
If YES, we may have the role for you…
Luxury department store, Harvey Nichols, is searching for a Online Cut Out Stylist to join its thriving Online department in our brand new Studio in Harlow transitioning from Northampton. Our culture is based on inclusivity; we embrace diversity. Whoever you are, Harvey Nichols has a place for you.
How we reward your hard work…
At Harvey Nichols, we champion career development and are passionate about our people. We will do all we can to support your journey and career path with us. Alongside this you will have access to a world of amazing benefits such as.
• Up to 40% off fashion
• Up to 40% off hospitality, foodmarket and hampers
• 30% off beauty and perfumery, wine and spirits
• Clothing allowance
You will also have access to charity days, a season ticket/bike loan; learning and development opportunities; to our Employee Assistance Program - Retail Trust and recognition schemes and the opportunity to join one of our employee groups – Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion and Sustainability. These are just some of the reasons people join and stay!
About the role…
As an Online Cut-Out Stylist you will provide sophisticated, high-end product still life styling for Harvey Nichols online. You will ensure images comply with the Harvey Nichols aesthetic and are commercially viable. You will have a strong eye for detail and provide eye catching styling whilst constantly improving the shopping experience at Harvey Nichols.com
- Reports into Online Senior Stylist.
- Style approximately 45 lay down still life shots that accurately depict clothing and that follow house styling guidelines and showcase our products in their best light.
- Provides support and guidance to freelance cut-out stylists to make sure clothing is styled according to Harvey Nichols house standards.
- Work with photographer to co-direct and select best images.
- Strong, up-to-date knowledge of designers, brands, trends and Harvey Nichols competitors.
- Ensure stock is not mishandled.
- Take responsibility on set for any priority items and ensure these items are shot within deadline.
- Proactive in suggesting improvements to studio processes and assist the Online Senior Stylist and Online Styling Manager with implementation.
- Where required take part in the prepping process of products e.g steaming to ensure efficiency on set.
- May be required to work on set with a team if needed.
- Ensure no more than 2% of your images are reshot per week, with 100% accurate product representation.
- Responsible for own reshoots and coordinate as required with Senior Stylist and Stock Controller.
- Meet image deadlines for weekly uploads.
- Capable of resolving complex issues when relevant and communicate workflow status and concerns to Styling Manager & Photography Manager.
- Work with other members of the studio production team to ensure the photo studio is organized and ordered.
Is this you?
We are looking for individuals who embrace diversity, love a challenge, are passionate about luxury retail and are looking for something uniquely different.
- Degree in Fashion or equivalent
- Experience working in a fast paced studio fashion environment (luxury preferred but not necessary)
- Studio experience and experience working with photographers and models.
- The ability to style still life lay down shots whilst having an exceptional eye for visual composition, proportion and detail.
- The ability to style strong on brand images on mannequin.
- Able to work well and motivate as part of a team in a highly pressurised studio environment
- A strong and thorough knowledge of designers and brands
- Proven ability to work to stringent deadlines
- Pro-active and able to show initiative and ideas to constantly improve the image quality of the site and studio processes
- Team player – build relationships with other internal and external teams
- Excellent work ethic and ability to multi-task
- Strong organisational skills and strives for a high level of accuracy.
- Knowledge of Socio/Cultural Trends (fashion, art, music, pop culture, celebrities, news, etc.)
Where do I sign?
If you are already thinking of what you will wear on your first day (no we don’t have uniforms) and this role catches your eye, hit the “apply” button below to kick-start your journey with us.
