Fashion Stylist Assistant

Dentsu Creative is seeking to appoint an Assistant Fashion Stylist. The position is based in Cape Town.

The ideal candidate has a passion for fashion and beauty and producing trend-worthy styling concepts across fashion titles. If you understand that sweet spot when it comes to trends, pop culture and beautiful styling that meet brand objectives, we want to hear from you. 

Your key responsibilities:

• Trend research and input at editorial brainstorm sessions.
• The ability to follow a styling brief and follow the creative process of fashion magazines from concept through to end product.
• Support Fashion Stylist to ensure all styling is consistent and on-brand.
• Run pre & post-production duties with the stylist and photographer (includes garment sourcing, returns, location scouting, and castings).
• Organize the coordination of the wardrobe and ensure that all the needed fashion and accessories are in place.
• Assist stylist with models, garments and/or products on set.
• Prep garments and accessories to ensure all items are photo-ready prior to photoshoots.
• Maintain inventory of props and other styling tools.
• Oversee handling of merchandise while in studio’s possession, ensuring it is received and returned in pristine, sellable condition.
• Work with the on-set team including models, stylist, photographer, art director, and hair and makeup to deliver content that is on-brand.
• Work closely with the stylist, art director, group editor and features editor on content strategies.
• Work with the digital team to identify new ways to reach followers by creating engaging material. I.e. TikTok, Reels, BTS (Behind the Scenes) content.

Key requirements:

• A tertiary qualification in fashion design.
• At least 1 years' experience as a fashion assistant or stylist
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of buying, production and general shoot industry.
• A creative and innovative personality.
• The ability to work under pressure and have lots of energy and drive.
• Great organisational skills, deadline-driven and the ability to manage time well.
• A self-starter who enjoys working in a team, but can work independently.
• The ability to multi-task with high attention to detail.
• A keen interest in pop culture, urban trends and the fashion and lifestyle industries.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Posted on 11 Apr 10:23, Closing date 30 Apr