Food & Prop Stylist Intern/Volunteer

  • Intern

Company Description

Hasana, Inc. is an accessible luxury brand. The spirit of the

collection features high-end men's and women's clothing and

accessories for timeless style. We provide custom, hand-made items

ranging from contemporary to classic. Each item purchased directly

benefits The Apareció Foundation and women's education.

Hasana, Inc. is seeking talented students in the Chicago Loop area for

a variety of spring internship positions. Take advantage of on the

job training, mentorship and exposure to all aspects of the fashion

industry.

Hasana, Inc. is committed to developing a fun and productive work

culture that is conducive to positive results!

We offer a uniquely open environment that demands initiative and

imagination from every single team member that are heard, tested, and

genuinely empowered to lead by example and create lasting impacts on

our organization, its programs, and the community.

Please note that this is an unpaid internship.


This is an unpaid Volunteer / Intern position.

Job Description

The Aparecio Foundation will develop a cookbook (Beyond Yoga) that offers access to information about healthy, fresh, local foods. The book will be published via lulu.com and hard copies will be available on amazon.com, bn.com, etc., as well as, eCopies on Apple’s iBookstore. 

The collective goal of “beyond yoga” is to provide supplementary financial support and awareness to the Apareció Foundation. Proceeds from every book sold, directly benefits the foundation, women’s education, funding the Apareció Mentor and Scholarship Program.  The book will include positive mantras and tips, healthy recipes, inspirational quotes, meditation techniques, and of course step by step yoga instructions. The book will be photo heavy, highlighting healthy foods and the human form.

Primary Tasks:

Ensure all culinary related items/demos prepped for shoots are visually appealing, accurate and in working order

 Keep props and supplies in good condition and ensure they are stored properly

Show up on set and organize all the props, and put together the set for the photographer 

Watch for styling changes that might need to be made and adjust as necessary on the photo shoots

Brainstorm, research, and log inspirational imagery to share with the creative team to help push and inspire innovation. 

Work with designers who provide direction to ensure photos meet their needs and comply with our photography standards. 

Work as a partner to collaborate on photos, suggest alternate approaches when needed, and provide a fresh opinion when difficulties arise. 


Qualifications

• Culinary training in either a school or professional setting (minimum of 2 years)

• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Ability to work effectively while under strict deadlines

• Must be able to build and maintain good working relationships with a diverse group of individuals and personalities

• Must have excellent time-management skills

• Sense of style and/or creative eye for design

• Strong desire to develop visual skills

• Ability to interpret, make decisions, and relay information based on instructions and creative direction and maintain brand standards.

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas convincingly in individual and group settings. 

• Flexibility and patience with the ability to accommodate last minute additions to schedules and changes in direction 

• Understanding of digital photography, production studio pace and efficiency. 

• Background in art, design, interior design, graphic design, or photography. 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.