Styling Assistant

River Island

London

Department: Brand Creative
Location: Head Office, Chelsea House
Description
As a Styling Assistant you will assist the Senior Stylist and Fashion Editor on site and help with product coordination for ecommerce and editorial shoots. Throughout the entire coordination process, the Styling Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the Senior Stylists and Fashion Editor and contributing to the overall success of the photo shoot. This role mainly works with the Ecommerce studio however they do spend time with Editorial.
Please note you will be required in the office 5 days a week.
RESPONSIBILTIES AND DUTIES
Assisting the Senior Stylists and Fashion Editor in all aspects of an ecommerce /editorial shoot days
Steam and Prep shoot rails accordingly
Distribute samples to the appropriate stylists
Maintain accurate records of who has received each item
Tracking Systems
Utilise sample tracking systems or software to monitor movement and status of samples throughout their lifecycle
Facilitate the return of samples after they have been used for shoots
Build and maintain relationships with the buying teams to ensure smooth sample process
Model Dressing
Help to dress and accessorize models on shoot days
Ensure outfits are styled according to the creative vision
Wardrobe Management
Organise and maintain the styling wardrobe, ensuring it is always up to date with the key styling pieces for all divisions
Research
Conduct research on fashion trends and themes
Contribute ideas and inspiration to styling projects
Admin Tasks
Handle administrative duties such as spreadsheet and product information accurately
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to streamline sample management processes, improve efficiency and enhance overall sample coordination process
About Us
We’re a much-loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions. This is what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts.
This role is based at our Head Office in West London. Check us out here on a map.
What We Can Offer You
Generous 50% staff discount so you can treat yourself to the latest products, and a bargain staff shop on site!
Reducing Islanders everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more through Reward Gateway!
A free onsite gym, subsidised restaurant & café to fill you needs. Various social events to socialise throughout the year.
Every family is unique, we support Islanders with all different family setups enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!
Flexible working is a given, on top of payday and summer early finish Fridays.
Give as you earn scheme, a ‘Giver Island’ day each year and receive matched funding.
Support with upskilling through on the job training and qualifications. A succession plan if you want to progress.
23 days paid holiday, exclusive of Bank Holidays. With the added option to purchase additional holiday twice a year for whatever the need!
Keeping You Safe
At River Island we are committed to the safeguarding of all of our employees regardless of age or job role. We will fulfil our obligation under the Prevent duty which seeks to stop extremism and extremist views from materialising in our business. We promote and encourage the belief in British Values- including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. To find out more, please visit
Our Island is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about this interview process, check out our hiring process below.

Posted 2025-11-15

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