Styling & Sample Assistant — Hybrid Shoot + Logistics

Dolls Kill; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Job summary

Dolls Kill is seeking an entry-level Styling & Sample Assistant based in Oakland, CA. This hourly role supports the Associate Creative Director on photoshoots, campaigns, and content across e-commerce, social, and brand marketing, while owning day-to-day sample logistics.

This is a hybrid role with both creative execution and operational tasks. You'll prep looks, manage samples, and coordinate across design, buying, and marketing teams.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as an assistant stylist, styling intern, or sample coordinator in fashion retail, e-commerce, or brand marketing.
• Strong knowledge of alternative/streetwear fashion and DK customer.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail; comfortable owning a tracking system.
• Able to lift/carry garment racks and boxes, and stand for extended periods during shoot days.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets/Excel; Adobe or Canva a plus for look boards.

Responsibilities

• Styling & Shoot Support: pull, steam, and prep garments for shoots; assist on-set styling and wardrobe handling.
• Sample Coordination: manage full sample lifecycle and organize the sample library.
• Cross-Functional Support: collaborate with merchandising and design on upcoming product drops and brand shoots.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Google Sheets

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Dolls Kill is seeking an entry-level Styling & Sample Assistant based in Oakland, CA. This hourly role supports the Associate Creative Director on photoshoots, campaigns, and content across e-commerce, social, and brand marketing, while owning day-to-day sample logistics.

This is a hybrid role with both creative execution and operational tasks. You'll prep looks, manage samples, and coordinate across design, buying, and marketing teams.