Job Description 

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.  

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

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Manage men’s and women’s e-commerce studio team and communication with studio production 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 Omni-Styling Manager, AD, and Photographer prior to shooting.  

• 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.   

• Work with Art direction, studio production and 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 Art direction and Styling manager. 

• Collaborate with Styling Lead / Director to update brand styling guides as well as any necessary documentation in the styling division for men and women. 

• Based on the design creative direction and destinations/shops within the omni coordination process, partner with marketing/product strategy and DTC merchants to establish key looks and create omni-channel outfitting documents for each shop/presentation.  These looks should serve as the basis and creation for editorial campaign sample order, in-store and online merchandise presentations and reinforce clear product storytelling for customers.  

• 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. 

• Assist in campaign sample pass and facilitate sample sharing and organization across campaign, social content creation and monthly visual floor sets builds. 

• Collaborate with the Brand Creative team to create and present outfitting for front of store and in-store presentations as it pertains to the overarching brand campaigns and messaging to leadership for each seasonal floorset and weekly update. 

• 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 

• 4+ years of styling experience in a fast-paced cross-functional team 

• Experience working in an iconic branded environment for a global brand. 

• Strong men’s and 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 landscape. 

• Must 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. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.  

Our Values 

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. 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.  

What You'll Get

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 is committed to providing simple, 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
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• 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 Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Onsite fitness center
• 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!

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER