Company Description

Job Description 

The Studio Stylist role is a creative role, responsible for executing the elevated look and feel of the Abercrombie & Fitch brand. It 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. Styling Manager and partner with: Marketing (Creative/Art Direction), Visual, Design, and Merchandising to thread the brand styling perspective throughout each touchpoint.  The Studio 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? 

Manage women’s e-commerce studio and communication with studio production, AD and photography teams to ensure shot count and priority items are outfitted and captured by designated dates.  Manage and outfit daily e-commerce shoot rack. Assign looks by model and shoot day. Choreographing the sequence of looks for optimal efficiency and daily output. Reviewing with Sr. Styling Manager, AD, and Photographer prior to shooting.  Partner with Sr. Styling Manager on the creation of studio looks supporting editorial marketing messages and overarching brand campaigns, presenting to leadership for each seasonal floorset and weekly updates.Ensure all on-figure imagery showcases best fit, feels comfortable and is styled with confidence. Communicate to Merchant/Design team sample needs and fit issues.   Help lead and develop styling team within studio by providing clear role expectations, feedback and opportunities for growth, promoting a positive, efficient and safe work environment.Work with AD, studio production and Sr. Styling Manager to scout new model talent and best talent to bring in weekly for e-commerce set for men and women.  Provide fit and pertinent model feedback for AD and Sr. Styling Manager. Collaborate with Sr. Styling Manager to update brand styling guides as well as any necessary documentation in the styling division for men and women. Support and engage in the styling workflow including, but not limited to; sample organization, steaming / prep, on-model shoot taskwork from setup to breakdown, in-store outfitting, mannequin dressing and digital documentation. Foster relationships with cross-functional teams and partners; with other creative and product facing departments (Design, Merchants, Planning, PCM and Inventory Management) to create the right presentations for our brands both online and in-store. Be customer-centric and obsessive of the brand; spend time in-store/online as needed, following influencers and aspirational brands creating seasonal inspiration direction for team. Maximize the financial success of our brands by clearly showcasing trends and leveraging must-win / must-grow departments into styling / outfitting and highlighting these details to our customer. Maintain an intimate understanding of the brand purpose, DNA and customer insights; stay up to date on e-commerce industry trends and other retail brands as they pertain to the A&F’s competitive landscape. 

What Do You Need To Bring? 

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Marketing, or related experience 7+ years of styling experience in a fast-paced cross-functional team Experience working in an iconic branded environment for a global brandStrong women’s outfitting and on-set skills with a good understanding of fitting multiple body types Experience leading and collaborating within a creative marketing team in studio and on-location shoots Excellent on-set styling acumen and experience on location, studio, and e-commerce shoots Must be organized, self-motivated, and passionate about men’s and women’s styling and branding for e-commerce landscapeMust have strong communication skills: team-orientated, positive, proactive and business-savvy Must be self-motivated, with ability to multi-task and prioritize daily responsibilities for self and others

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 Co. is committed to providing 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 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 time off and 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 and six work from anywhere weeks per year) Seven associate wellness half days per year 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