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Job titlePhotography Sample Assistant Job referenceREQ001323 Date posted22/09/2021 Application closing date06/10/2021 LocationFalmouth Job category/typeHead office Attachments Blank Job descriptionAt Seasalt we live and breathe our product and are proud of the exceptional quality and level of care we take in design and sourcing, to deliver beautiful garments which are loved by our customers. Based on the Cornish coast, we're a multi-channel lifestyle brand with over 70 shops across the UK & Ireland, over 400 wholesale stockists and a growing online business.
Working within the Photography team and reporting to the Photography & Video Manager, the Sample Assistant will be an invaluable asset to the day to day running of the Studio and Photography & Video team. First and foremost you will manage the Photography sample set and associated administrative tasks, working closely with your team and other departments to ensure deadlines are met and everything is prepared in advance of photoshoots. Youll also act as a runner on location shoots (2-3 per month) and assist the Stylist in helping to dress the models between shots.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in fashion and styling and willingness to learn to join a fast paced team in a British lifestyle brand on the beautiful Cornish coast.
*Please note this role is primarily based in one of our head office locations (Falmouth or Redruth) with occasional remote working.*
**You'll help us by:**
* Working as a team, helping to manage the photography sample set by ensuring all products are labelled, kept tidy and in launch order on the rail.
* Tracking borrowed samples and liaising with other departments when needing to borrow from their set.
* Helping to unpack and log new season samples and store on rails.
* Racking up products for photoshoots (with a focus on model shoots). Collating samples and sourcing missing samples from other departments sets where needed.
* Using product system to log new samples and check sample comments, ensuring only correct samples are being photographed. Ensuring all team members are aware of any relevant changes.
* Grouping products into outfits for photoshoots using shot sheets provided. Steaming garments in advance of shoots.
* Attend location shoots as a runner, help the stylist dress the models and keep the sample set organised whilst on the shoot. Getting stuck in and lending a hand where needed.
* Driving the location van on shoots.
* Helping to ensure the studio environment is kept clear and tidy before and after photoshoots.
* Helping to pack up samples to return to the warehouse at the end of the season. Following correct procedures for transfer orders and ensuring all items are accounted for.
* Assisting the Stylist in booking product meetings to run through approved samples and sample issues. Having an overarching knowledge of all samples and any potential issues.
* Assisting Photography department with answering calls, filing and general administration as and when required.
* Adhering to the Photoshoot Critical Path at all times.
* Ensuring daily queries and e-mails are answered efficiently.
* Establishing and maintaining close relations with all other departments.
**The skills you'll be sharing with the team:**
We are looking for someone that has an interest in styling and strong administrative skills, including an excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and precision whilst being able to work at pace and adapt to changes quickly. Youll be hardworking, proactive, able to use your own initiative and think on your feet. A team player who is happy to roll up their sleeves when needed, youll be highly collaborative and able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
Youll also need excellent communication skills, verbal and written, and strong IT skills including Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel. With experience of managing others to deadlines, youll have the confidence to engage with colleagues across the business and follow up as needed.
Please note due to the nature of the role, candidates must have a driving licence and will be based in our Falmouth studio full time.
**Why we hope you'll love working with us;**
The success of Seasalt is down to the skill and hard work of our team. We don't just want to attract the best and brightest people to come and work with us, we want you to stay and grow with us.
From the moment your Seasalt journey begins, it's our pledge to support you by providing dedicated learning and development opportunities that will enhance your day-to-day working life and help you build your skills and knowledge.
As well as doing everything we can to boost your development professionally, we believe encouraging personal growth is just as important. So you can fulfil your passion and purpose, not just at work but in life, we offer a range of benefits that are designed to enhance your career and wellbeing:
* Salary 18,720
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Generous Seasalt discount
* Employer Contributory pension
* Seasalt Lifestyle - exclusive employee discounts and offers
* Life assurance
* Long service enhanced benefits
* Mindfulness sessions
* Learning and Development Opportunities
* Remote medical support
* Partnerships with local wellbeing centres
* Discounted gym memberships
* 1 paid volunteering day per year
* Free Eye Test Vouchers
*At Seasalt we believe in creating a positive environment where our differences are respected and each of us feels valued for our contribution. Treating people fairly is part of our values and at the core of our culture. As an inclusive employer, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, socioeconomic background, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibilities, marital status, nationality and disability including invisible disabilities and neurodiversity.*
*As part of our application process, you will be prompted to provide details of any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process that you need. If theres anything else youd like to tell us which would help your application, please contact our Resourcing team at* *...@seasaltcornwall.co.uk*