Windows Stylist

Windows Stylist

Job Introduction

Are you looking for a new Windows Stylist role that gives you the chance to use your artistic vision to create some of the most iconic shop window displays in the World? Are you searching for an opportunity to take your creative prowess to the next level, with a business known for being fashion-forward and daring with design? Looking for a company that wants to help further your career in Creative Presentation as well as provide you with an exciting, inspiring and fun place to work?

If the answer to all of these questions is 'yes' then you're just the kind of person we're looking for!

A bit about the role

As a Windows Stylist, you will support the Styling Manager in delivering cutting edge styling in Selfridges windows. You will work closely with your Styling and Production team colleagues to ensure successful scheme launches and maintain standards in the windows throughout schemes. With continual creative research, you will support the Styling Manager to ensure Selfridges windows styling remains one step ahead of competitors and continues to build on the respected reputation Selfridges' windows hold. As a Windows Stylist you will:

1. Work closely with the Styling Manager to interpret and deliver the styling concept of each scheme.
2. Understand key seasonal trends with the guidance of the Styling Manager.
3. Support the Styling Manager with development of styling packs and presenting these packs to the wider business.
4. Research fashion and lifestyle trends for current and future seasons, whilst being able to demonstrate an awareness of major competitors through regular comparative shopping and detailed research.
5. Support the Styling Manager with research and development of wig and make-up design.
6. Work closely with Production and Styling colleagues to deliver schemes smoothly with a collaborative approach.
7. Work to a strict installation timeline.
8. Work out of hours with styling and production colleagues towards a smooth delivery of major installations.
9. Work with styling colleagues to maintain high security throughout the stock on loan process, from the stock logging procedure to keeping stock secure in back areas at all times.
10. Observe mannequin care and maintenance throughout the installation process.
11. Check and maintain each window on a daily basis.
12. Adhere to H & S standards, policies and procedures, ensuring the windows are maintained in a safe, hazard-free manner.
13. Work closely with Retail Operations to ensure key fashion and home managers are kept informed of stock requirements for each scheme.
14. Maintain a close working relationship with key sales staff to ensure the smooth running of the stock on loan process.
15. Maintain relationships with brands and manage the sample call-in process.
16. Work closely with the buying team to secure key pieces and scheme exclusive products.
17. Maintain effective relationships with key suppliers (most prominently of mannequins, wigs, and make-up, etc).

A bit about you

You'll have previous experience in styling either within windows, VM, or photography, so you'll be used to prop/mannequin handling and conducting creative research. You'll have a keen interest in both fashion and home as well as knowledge of garments and fit. You'll have amazing attention to detail where you'll ensure standards in the windows are always immaculate. You know when to listen and take in information, but equally you know when to speak up and voice your opinion - it's all about balance right! You'll inspire a positive, pacey working attitude among your fellow team members, as well as being a fantastic communicator, no matter who you're talking to. You'll be a natural problem solver and a good listener who approaches everything with an energetic and enthusiastic attitude.