Off-Figure Photo Stylist

Wantable - City Of Milwaukee
new offer (17/06/2024)

job description

WANTABLE PHOTO STUDIO SUPPORTS:
WANTABLE, 4 PRIVATE BRANDS and WANTABLE CAFE
MISSION:
To enhance the visual presentation of Wantable's products through expert lay down styling and propping merchandise for off-figure photography. Responsible for technical and aesthetic styling of merchandise during photo shoots. Owns the end-to-end styling process. Manage all studio and location set styling to ensure successful results. This role aims to ensure that all product images reflect the brand’s aesthetic and appeal to our target customers, driving engagement and sales.
Job Description:
The Off-Figure Photo Stylist at Wantable will be responsible for styling products for off-figure photography shoots, including flat lays, on-form, as well as prop/product styling for silo/on white, tabletop and lifestyle. This role involves working closely with photographers and the creative team to produce high-quality images aligning with all of the Wantable's brands’ identities.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in flat lay styling, with some experience in on-figure styling, and possess a keen eye for detail, composition, and overall aesthetics. You should be experienced in various photo production techniques, including lay down product photography, on-figure marketing, and marketing photography across categories such as style, sportswear, and sleep &
body. You will excel atworking nimbly and efficiently, staying ahead of trends, and have a solid understanding of retail/apparel and digital marketing. Your role will involve delivering top-quality visual content across all marketing channels, utilizing data-driven insights to integrate and iterate new and innovative ideas.
Responsibilities:
Styling:
Responsible for styling clothing, accessories, and other products for flat lay photo and video shoots to effectively achieve desired creative output.
Create visually appealing flat lays, ghost mannequin images, and other product arrangements.
Ensure that products are styled to highlight key features and maintain brand consistency.
Shoot Preparation:
Prepping merchandise, collaborating with Producer and Photographers, working closely with a variety of merchandisers to achieve sharp, brand focused imagery in line with brand standards.
Select and organize products, props, and backgrounds needed for each shoot.
Maintain an organized and efficient styling and prop area.
Demonstrated ability to manage high volumes of workflow including prioritization, planning, and task delegation under tight deadlines.
Maintain styling and merchandise organization for efficient in studio and/or on-location shoot set ups
Communicate new or refreshed prop needs to the Production team
Creative Input:
Provide creative input and ideas to enhance the visual appeal of product images.
Stay updated with current styling trends and techniques.
Experiment with new styling concepts to keep the brand’s imagery fresh and engaging.
Keep up to date with trends in fashion and retail
Quality Control:
Ensure that all styled images meet the highest quality standards.
Prioritize key brand initiatives and hero products striking a balance between “thumb-stopping” aesthetics and key merchandise strategies.
Ensure timing of samples/products being used will match “in warehouse” dates and marketing go-live dates to ensure product availability at the time the image is being served to customers.
Review and adjust styling during shoots to achieve the best results.
Work with retouchers to ensure final images are polished and professional.
Collaboration:
Work closely with photographers, art directors, and other members of the creative team to ensure that all product images reflect the brand’s aesthetic and appeal to our target customers, driving engagement and sales..
Ensure seamless coordination between styling and photography to meet production schedules.
Collaborates with the production and sample teams to provide guidance with shot cadence for daily on set efficiencies
Communicate effectively to align styling with the overall brand strategy.
Close communication with Studio Partners and/ or merchants to forecast/resolve sample issues.
Expected Outcomes:
Brand Consistency:
Achieve a cohesive and visually appealing representation of Wantable's products across all off-figure photography.
Engagement Metrics:
Contribute to increased customer engagement and sales through high-quality product styling. Work to achieve over a 0.4% on ads and reels that generate views above the current benchmark.
Process Efficiency:
Streamline the styling process to maximize productivity and creativity while maintaining quality.
Requirements
Location:
Based in Milwaukee with the ability to work at the Wantable photo studio and various shoot locations as needed.
Experience:
Proven track record in styling within the fashion or retail industry, with a focus on off-figure photography.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in styling techniques for flat lays, ghost mannequins, and creative product arrangements. Google business tools and basic digital marketing expertise is required.
Soft Skills:
Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
Skills:
Styling Expertise:
Ability to style products to highlight key features and maintain brand consistency.
Creative Vision:
Strong creative vision to develop and implement innovative styling concepts.
Technical Proficiency:
Deep understanding of off-figure styling techniques and photography requirements.
Collaboration:
Ability to work effectively with other stakeholders
Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the fashion retail sector.
Portfolio:
Demonstrable experience in producing high-quality visual content.
Availability:
Available to work in Milwaukee M-F with flexibility for occasional travel.
This role reports to the Photo Art Director.
About Wantable:
Wantable is a next-generation fashion brand delivering high-quality products through personalized experiences. Founded in 2012, we believe in empowering customers to look and feel their best.
Benefits
Wantable team members enjoy free food, coffee, and drinks in our HQ's beautiful new Wantable Cafe. We have a laid-back, casual environment in a state-of-the-art new HQ in Walkers Point.
We offer flexible schedules, paid parental leave (mothers AND fathers), and a private room for nursing mothers.
Even more exciting:
paid vacation and seven paid holidays per year, plus a 50% discount on all merchandise. You’ll be eligible for the discount on your first day.
Important, but maybe less thrilling:
we have ample parking, we offer medical (traditional and high deductible), dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401K (both pre-tax and Roth options).

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