Temporary Stylist - Baltimore, MD

Straub Collaborative, Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Straub Collaborative, Inc. is seeking an on-set Stylist in Baltimore for high-volume ecommerce shoots.

You will translate creative direction into camera-ready looks and coordinate with photographers, art directors, and production teams to keep shoots moving efficiently. You should have 2+ years in styling or related roles, a strong eye for proportion and presentation, and the ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of styling, visual merchandising, studio production, or related roles.
• Strong eye for styling, proportion, and product presentation.
• Able to work quickly without sacrificing consistency or quality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Clear communication and collaborative working style.
• Adaptability in fast-paced, high-volume production environments.
• Familiarity with studio workflows preferred.

Responsibilities

• Style apparel and accessories to align with brand guidelines and creative direction.
• Execute on-figure styling across high-volume shoots with speed and consistency.
• Direct model changes and manage transitions between looks.
• Maintain visual accuracy across shots (fit, drape, proportion, styling details).
• Stay engaged on repetitive shoots while maintaining quality standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve speed, consistency, and workflow on set.

Skills

Styling

Visual merchandising

Studio production

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Set the look. Control the Pace. Elevate every shot.

If you're a stylist who can move fast, think ahead, and deliver consistent, brand-right looks at scale—this is where you do it.

About The Role

At Straub Collaborative, we produce high-volume e-commerce content for leading retail brands. As a Stylist, you'll lead the execution of on-figure styling—translating creative direction and brand guidelines into clean, consistent, camera-ready looks.

You'll work closely with photographers, art directors, and production teams to keep shoots moving efficiently while maintaining a high standard of quality across every shot.

This role is equal parts creative execution and operational discipline—ideal for someone who can balance both.

What You'll Do

On-Set Styling Execution

• Style apparel and accessories to align with brand guidelines and creative direction
• Execute on-figure styling across high-volume shoots with speed and consistency
• Direct model changes and manage transitions between looks
• Maintain visual accuracy across shots (fit, drape, proportion, styling details)
• Stay highly engaged on repetitive shoots while maintaining quality standards
• Identify opportunities to improve speed, consistency, and workflow on set

Pre-Production & Shoot Preparation

• Complete pre-shoot prep 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

Wardrobe, Props & Inventory

• Build and manage wardrobe pulls, accessories, and props
• Coordinate temporary acquisitions and ensure accurate returns
• Maintain styling inventory (mannequins, props, tools) and flag repair/replacement needs
• Ensure prep areas, on-set zones, and storage remain clean and organized
• Support product flow throughout the studio lifecycle

Workflow & Studio Operations

• Maintain pacing to meet production timelines without sacrificing quality
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stylists, photographers, and producers
• Communicate clearly on product readiness, styling needs, and issues
• Support continuous improvement of studio processes and workflows

Administrative & Project Support

• Complete production documentation (daily summaries, time tracking, expense reporting)
• Support shipping, returns, and product tracking as needed
• Adhere to studio processes across the full production lifecycle

What You Bring

• 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 collaborative working style
• Adaptability in fast-paced, high-volume production environments
• Proficiency with basic tools (Excel, web-based systems); familiarity with studio workflows preferred
• Experience in e-commerce or studio production environments strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move throughout the day (cement studio floors)
• Ability to lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs
• Repetitive hand use (steaming, pinning, prepping, tagging)
• Ability to work in active studio and warehouse environments

Work Environment

• Fast-paced e-commerce production studio
• On-set and warehouse environment
• Work performed under production lighting and active shoot conditions

Additional Requirements

• Must be local to the Baltimore area or able to commute
• Flexible schedule, including early prep and extended shoot days as needed