Shoot Assistant - Interiors - 6 Month FTC

The White Company; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail industry is seeking a Shoot Assistant for a 6-month FTC in London. This entry-level role involves supporting the creative team in organizing and producing photography shoots, with opportunities for growth and development. Candidates should have a passion for product presentation and be familiar with tools like Excel and Adobe. The position offers competitive benefits, including discounts and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Up to 50% discount

23 days holiday, rising to 25

Opportunity to buy up to 5 days holiday

Pension Scheme enrollment

Discretionary bonus scheme

Perkplace Benefits Platform

Wagestream Money Management app

Structured support for development

Life Assurance

Daily fruit basket

Tea and coffee provided

Option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays

Social events

Seasonal Sample Sales

Volunteer Day

Great location near transport links

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring enthusiasm for product and its presentation.
• Flexibility in working hours and locations is essential.
• Familiarity with Excel, Adobe, and InDesign is needed.

Responsibilities

• Support organization and production of photography shoots.
• Manage product samples and assist with logistics.
• Attend shoots in the UK and overseas when required.

Skills

Passion for product presentation

Flexibility

Knowledge of Excel

Knowledge of Adobe

Knowledge of InDesign

Job description

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Our Role

Working as an integral part of the creative team, the shoot assistant supports the effective and efficient organisation and production of TWC photography and the smooth running of shoots, both in the studio and on location. The role requires excellent administrative skills, great enthusiasm for product, and a willingness to learn about all aspects of the shoot process. The role can be developed to include more responsibility on shoots and involvement in creative production.

What you'll be doing

• Attend product meetings and understand seasonal range developments, paying particular attention to new product and commercial requirements for product presentation.
• Arrange and co-ordinate product handovers.
• Organise and maintain product sample storage in head office and Northampton DC.
• Pack up all products and props and organise deliveries and collections.
• Help prepare carnets for overseas shoots.
• Collate information for call sheets.
• Collate the briefing packs to be sent to stylists, art directors, and photographers.
• Assist with shoot logistics, travel arrangements, and unpacking of samples.
• Attend shoots in the UK and overseas when required.
• Ensure photography is supplied in appropriate formats for all channels.
• Manage all imagery uploads to DAM server, including creating metadata in Excel.
• Liaise closely with the production & multichannel teams on critical path and timings.
• Study the creative marketplace and contribute to the creative team’s knowledge of key talent, innovators, and competitor brands.

The Skills & Experience That You’ll Need

• Passion for product and its presentation.
• Flexibility in working hours and locations.
• Knowledge of Excel, Adobe, and InDesign.

What we’ll offer you

At The White Company, we value our employees for always going the extra mile for every one of our customers; we reward this with great benefits and competitive salaries.

• Discount - Up to 50% discount and access to regular Sample Sales.
• Holiday - 23 days rising to 25 with length of service.
• Holiday Buy – opportunity to buy up to 5 days holiday.
• Pension Scheme - enrolled in our Group Personal Pension schemes upon joining the business.
• Bonus - Entitlement to join a discretionary bonus scheme (based on policy eligibility).
• Perkplace Benefits Platform – offering discounts across well-being and lifestyle.
• Wagestream Money Management app - access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing.
• Continued Development – Structured support from our Learning and Development Hub.
• Life Assurance.

Additional Benefits

• Fruit basket daily.
• Tea and coffee provided.
• Working from Home - option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
• Social events including Christmas party and other gatherings.
• Seasonal Sample Sales.
• Volunteer Day with a charity of your choice.
• Great Location - Close to transport links: Shepherds Bush station, White City & Wood Lane stations, Westfield shopping centre.

Our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion statement of commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that welcomes and celebrates diversity of backgrounds and identities. We aim for an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves, where contributions are valued, and differences respected and celebrated.

Our Sustainability statement of commitment

We are dedicated to building a sustainable legacy that benefits people and the planet, reflecting this in all we do.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative
• Retail industry