AKIRA eCommerce Catalog Stylist

In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 30+ brick and mortar stores across the US, as well as a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com.) AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand.

AKIRA’s culture has one very large, distinct difference from other fashion competitors: Other-Worldly Customer Service, and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer’s needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner, and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.

AKIRA is looking for an experienced Catalog Stylist. This person will be responsible for shopAKIRA.com’s visual style representation and will act as one of the main voices of AKIRA’s styling direction.

Location:

Chicago, IL On-site

Responsibilities:

• Providing high quality and high quantity styling for multiple photo shoots per week
• Leading high-volume, fast-paced shooting environments
• Ensuring quality image content that meets the brand’s aesthetic standards
• Managing and organizing the photo studio and samples
• Image selection
• Working closely with necessary departments to meet upload schedules and deadlines
• Attend all content and creative meetings for planning and ensuring proper trend and idea execution
• Scouting/casting talent from hair and makeup stylists to models

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of professional styling experience
• An extremely talented eye for fashion, trends, and visual composition
• Strong knowledge of industry, celebrity, and social media fashion trends
• Keen eye for details
• Strong ability to multi-task in a very fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills with agencies and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Receptive to feedback and ability to continuously improve
• Extremely well organized and strong time management skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

**Please attach your portfolio or a social media handle that showcases your work on your resume. Only candidates with prior work will be considered**

Benefits and Perks:

AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA, 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities. Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA’s growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company - if you’re filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and if you want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you.