Stylist
Work with individuals and brands to create an image through the use of fashion.
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- What's it like to be a Stylist?
- How to become a Stylist
- Latest Stylist jobs
- Top skills and experience for Stylists
- Is Stylist the right role for you?
- Stylist role reviews
What's it like to be a Stylist?
A Stylist tells a story visually. They work with individuals and brands to understand what they want to convey, and then curate an image as part of a wardrobe refresh, an editorial photoshoot or a creative installation.
Tasks and duties
- Meet with clients to understand brief.
- Source props, clothes and products.
- Prepare and steam garments ahead of photoshoots.
- Prepare props and products ahead of installation.
- Provide indicative costings and work to client budget.
- Create looks and concepts and gain approval.
- Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and vendors.
How to become a Stylist
You don’t need formal qualifications to become a Stylist, but a course may help you get your foot in the door and make industry contacts.
- Look for opportunities to work as an Intern or Junior Stylist and gain experience on the job, under the guidance of senior team members.
- Complete a Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (MST20616) to gain an introduction to this creative career.
- Level up with a Diploma of Fashion Styling (10064NAT). It will take you 1 year to complete full-time, and while there are no minimum entry requirements you may need to submit an assessment task when you apply.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Stylist employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Styling
Fashion Retail
Fashion
Sales Techniques
Customer Service
Retail Sales
Visual Merchandising
Hairdressing
Learning Aptitude
Willingness to Learn
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Latest Stylist reviews
Aug 2019
Styling is a great job, but it's not for everyone.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Education
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeI'm self-employed
Specialisationcommercial photograpic styling
The good thingsStyling is a great job if you are self-motivated, resourceful, able to work to a tight budget and are great at problem-solving. When you work is flexible, so good for someone who likes to take time o...
The challengesThe main challenge is not having a regular income or regular hours/ work days.
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Mar 2024
Big focus on customer relations and building that genuine connection to outfit them in clothes that will benefit them and they feel great in.
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationRetail & Consumer Products
The good thingsThe company aligns with me as they aim to empower women through Active wear apparel. My Area Manager is approachable, transparent, and genuinely cares for us Leaders and our staff. The people in Head ...
The challengesBeing in Regional area it is more difficult to progress into a different role in the business once you hit store leader.
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