Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from New York Post
Job overview
The Fashion Assistant (Part-Time) at New York Post supports the Alexa team by managing fashion samples and assisting with fashion editorial operations during a fast-paced, seasonal period.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves organizing the fashion closet, handling and inventorying samples for photo shoots, collaborating with the fashion department and photo editors, and performing administrative tasks related to sample requests and trafficking.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills, knowledge of fashion markets for both women's and men's ready-to-wear and accessories, ability to work under tight deadlines, and preferably experience with WordPress and fashion editorial or closet operations.
Work environment and culture
The position requires working in a fast-paced environment with a passion for fashion and multitasking abilities, emphasizing equal opportunity employment and accommodation for disabilities.
Company information
New York Post is a well-established media company with a fashion editorial team involved in photo shoots and fashion content production.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Alexa team within the fashion department, collaborating closely with photo editors and photographers.
Unique job features
This part-time role is seasonal (August to December) and involves hands-on management of fashion samples and close collaboration with editorial and photography teams.
Company overview
The New York Post is a prominent American daily newspaper known for its sensationalist journalism and tabloid-style coverage. Established in 1801 by Alexander Hamilton, it is one of the oldest newspapers in the United States. The company generates revenue primarily through advertising, subscriptions, and newsstand sales. Owned by News Corp, the New York Post has a significant online presence, attracting millions of readers with its mix of news, entertainment, and opinion pieces. Its history includes notable moments such as its role in political reporting and its influence on public opinion.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your passion for fashion and your experience managing fashion closets or similar inventory systems, emphasizing your organizational skills and multitasking abilities under tight deadlines.
Focus on showcasing your knowledge of diverse fashion markets, including luxury and accessible brands, and any experience working on set or with photo shoots, as these are key responsibilities.
Apply through multiple platforms such as the New York Post corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and reputable fashion job boards to maximize your application reach.
Connect with current employees or team members in the fashion or editorial divisions at New York Post on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent fashion shoots they posted or expressing enthusiasm for the Alexa team's work to start conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'fashion closet management,' 'sample inventory,' 'photo shoot collaboration,' 'multitasking,' and 'fashion markets knowledge' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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