About Company
Are you a visionary stylist eager to leave your mark? Hiring.zycto is a dynamic, creative collective revolutionizing visual content and brand storytelling across diverse industries. We thrive on innovation and empower our talent to push boundaries, making us the perfect stage for a Wardrobe Stylist seeking to collaborate with top-tier professionals. Join a team where your artistic flair is celebrated, and your contributions directly shape compelling narratives, whether for film, advertising, or corporate branding. We foster an environment that encourages bold ideas and offers unique opportunities to expand your portfolio with impactful projects.
Job Description
Hiring.zycto is actively seeking a highly creative, detail-oriented, and experienced Wardrobe Stylist for a contract-based role to join our vibrant team in Vancouver. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented professional with a keen eye for fashion, a deep understanding of visual storytelling, and a proven ability to bring sartorial visions to life across a variety of projects. As a Wardrobe Stylist, you will be instrumental in defining the visual aesthetic and enhancing the narrative for diverse productions, including commercial photoshoots, film sets, advertising campaigns, corporate branding initiatives, and live events.
You will be responsible for translating client briefs and creative concepts into cohesive and impactful wardrobe choices. This involves everything from initial client consultations and mood board creation to extensive research, sourcing, purchasing, renting, and custom-making garments and accessories. A significant part of your role will be managing budgets meticulously, ensuring all styling efforts remain within financial parameters without compromising quality or creative integrity. You’ll be expected to conduct fittings, organize wardrobe logistics, and be present on set or location to oversee styling, ensuring every detail aligns with the overall vision.
The ideal candidate possesses an inherent ability to identify and interpret current fashion trends, historical period styles, and character-specific requirements. You will collaborate closely with photographers, directors, producers, makeup artists, and hair stylists to ensure a seamless and unified aesthetic outcome. Strong communication and organizational skills are paramount, as is the capacity to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to evolving project demands. You must be adept at building and maintaining relationships with local vendors, boutiques, and rental houses to ensure access to a diverse range of wardrobe options.
Your portfolio should reflect a broad range of styling experience, showcasing your versatility across different genres, styles, and client needs. We are looking for someone who is not just a stylist, but a storyteller through clothing, someone who can evoke emotion, establish character, and convey brand messages powerfully. This contract role offers the flexibility to engage with exciting, high-profile projects and expand your professional network within Vancouver’s thriving creative industry. If you are passionate about fashion, possess an impeccable sense of style, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we invite you to contribute your unique talent to Hiring.zycto.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial client consultations to understand project vision, scope, and budget.
- Develop comprehensive styling concepts, mood boards, and wardrobe plans.
- Research, source, purchase, rent, and custom-make garments and accessories.
- Manage wardrobe budgets effectively, tracking expenses and adhering to financial guidelines.
- Coordinate all wardrobe logistics, including transportation, organization, and returns.
- Conduct fittings with talent and ensure proper garment fit and adjustments.
- Provide on-set styling and support during photoshoots, filmings, and live events.
- Collaborate closely with directors, photographers, producers, and other crew members.
- Stay current with fashion trends, designers, and industry developments.
- Maintain and expand a network of reliable vendors, boutiques, and rental houses.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 3 years of professional wardrobe styling experience with a strong portfolio.
- Demonstrated expertise in fashion history, current trends, and styling techniques.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to manage budgets and negotiate with vendors effectively.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in sourcing, procurement, and wardrobe management software/tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Fashion Design, Merchandising, Costume Design, or a related field.
- Experience in costume design or wardrobe supervision for film, television, or theatre productions.
- Established network of industry contacts, local boutiques, and rental resources in Vancouver.
- Familiarity with sustainable fashion practices and ethical sourcing.
- Experience styling high-profile clients, celebrities, or public figures.
Perks & Benefits
- Highly competitive contract rates.
- Opportunities to work on diverse, high-profile, and creatively fulfilling projects.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment that fosters creativity.
- Flexible project-based work schedule allowing for work-life balance.
- Extensive networking opportunities within Vancouver's vibrant creative industries.
- Exposure to cutting-edge production techniques and leading brands.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, a compelling cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and a direct link to your online portfolio through the application link provided below. Ensure your portfolio showcases your versatility, creative vision, and relevant project work. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply promptly.