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. 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. 

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. 

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

Benefits & Perks  

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!

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER