Stylist (Variable-Hour) - Baltimore, MD

Straub Collaborative•Baltimore, MD

19d•$80 - $90•Onsite

About The Position

Straub Collaborative is a creative production studio specializing in e-commerce photography and visual content. The Stylist executes on-figure styling by translating creative direction and brand guidelines into clean, consistent, camera-ready looks. The role works closely with photographers, art directors, and production teams to keep shoots efficient and maintain quality across images. It combines creative execution with operational discipline in a fast-paced, high-volume commercial studio environment, styling for leading retail brands alongside an experienced production team. This is an onsite position based at the company’s Baltimore, Maryland studio. Hours vary from week to week depending on production needs, and candidates local to the Baltimore area are strongly preferred. Work takes place primarily on an active commercial photography studio and production warehouse floor. The environment includes bright studio lighting, flash photography, strobe equipment, occasional low-light setup areas, open production zones, styling bays, wardrobe racks, camera crews, art directors, and studio equipment. The role involves extended periods of standing and moving around the studio or warehouse, frequent hand use for styling tasks, and lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials up to 50 pounds as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Background in fashion, merchandising, or photography through formal education or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of experience in styling, visual merchandising, studio production, or related roles.
Strong eye for styling, proportion, and product presentation.
Ability to work quickly without sacrificing consistency or quality.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Clear communication and a collaborative working style.
Adaptability in fast-paced, high-volume production environments.
Ability to stand and move throughout a studio or warehouse for extended periods and navigate production floor areas safely.
Frequent hand use for styling tasks such as steaming, pinning, tagging, and product preparation.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry materials up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to receive and communicate information effectively in a production setting.
Onsite work at the Baltimore, Maryland studio; candidates local to the Baltimore area are strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in e-commerce or studio production environments.
Proficiency with Mac OS, Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and web-based systems.

Responsibilities

Style products across mannequins, models, laydowns, and lifestyle imagery.
Style apparel and accessories in accordance with brand guidelines and creative direction.
Execute on-figure styling across high-volume shoots with speed and consistency.
Manage model changes and transitions between looks.
Maintain visual accuracy across shots, including fit, drape, proportion, and styling details.
Remain engaged on repetitive shoots while maintaining quality standards.
Identify opportunities to improve speed, consistency, and on-set workflow.
Complete pre-shoot preparation, including product organization, steaming, footwear styling, and mannequin setup.
Partner with production, photographers, and studio leadership to align on shoot plans.
Build and document styling standards, references, and guides.
Contribute to pre-production meetings and post-shoot reviews.
Assist in training team members on styling standards and best practices.
Build and manage wardrobe pulls, accessories, and props.
Maintain styling inventory, including mannequins, props, and tools, and flag repair or replacement needs.
Keep prep areas, on-set zones, and storage clean and organized.
Support product flow throughout the studio lifecycle.
Maintain production pacing and timelines without sacrificing quality.
Communicate product readiness, styling needs, and issues clearly.
Support continuous improvement of studio processes and workflows.
Support shipping, returns, and product tracking as needed.
Adhere to studio processes across the full production lifecycle.