About Us:
Rent the Runway (RTR) is transforming the way we get dressed by pioneering the world’s first Closet in the Cloud. Founded in 2009, RTR has disrupted the $2.4 trillion fashion industry by inspiring women with a more joyful, sustainable and financially-savvy way to feel their best every day. As the ultimate destination for circular fashion, the brand now offers infinite points of access to its shared closet via a fully customizable subscription to fashion, one-time rental or ownership. RTR offers designer apparel, accessories and home decor from 700+ brand partners and has built in-house proprietary technology and a one-of-a-kind reverse logistics operation. Under CEO and Co-Founder Jennifer Hyman’s leadership, RTR has been named to CNBC’s “Disruptor 50” five times in ten years, and has been placed on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list multiple times, while Hyman herself has been named to the “TIME 100” most influential people in the world and as one of People magazine’s “Women Changing the World.”
Reporting: Senior Fashion Director
What You'll Do :
Create and produce inspiring, on-brand, on-trend, editorially-relevant outfits for approximately 48 products per day on set both on model and on mannequin.
Will be asked to select upload samples and style complete outfits including accessories to present to the Fashion Director and execute on set.
Develop strong, up-to-date knowledge of designers, brands, trends, street-style to translate for PDP styling.
Work with the photographer and model on set to co-direct and select best poses.
Ensure styling rails are organized and styling space is edited on a weekly basis.
Coordinate workflow statuses and concerns to the Production team and On-line Stylist.
Ensure stock is not mishandled and communicate with the samples to team to help keep track of samples/stock.
Responsible for key areas and projects that support the business whilst maintaining core job role.
Maintain a good balance of creative flair and understanding of the Rent The Runway aesthetic.
About You :
4+ year previous styling experience in editorial and/or a commercial environment.
A real sense of runway looks and what trends are happening each season with a strong knowledge of designers and brands.
Able to communicate well and motivate as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to react positively to evolving business requirements.
Proactive and able to show initiative and implement ideas to constantly improve the image quality and studio processes.
Proven ability to work to stringent deadlines.
Excellent work ethic with a “can do” attitude.
Benefits:
At Rent the Runway, we’re committed to the wellbeing of our employees, and aim to create a workplace that fosters both personal and professional growth. Our inclusive benefits include, but are not limited to:
Paid Time Off including vacation, paid bereavement, and family sick leave - every employee needs time to take care of themselves and their family.
Universal Paid Parental Leave for both parents + flexible return to work program - because we know your newest family member(s) deserve your undivided attention.
Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of continuous service - Unplug, recharge, and have some fun!
Exclusive employee subscription and rental discounts - to ensure you experience the magic of renting the runway (and give us valued feedback!).
Comprehensive health, vision, dental, FSA and dependent care from day 1 of employment - Your health comes first and we’ve got you covered.
401k match - an investment in your future.
Company wide events and outings - our team spirit is no joke - we know how to have fun!
Hybrid Work - our studio employees will work out of our NY studio 4 days per week and 1 day remotely in accordance with Company policies.
COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENT:
RTR is requiring all US corporate employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 in order to work in person, unless an employee requires a reasonable accommodation for medical or religious reasons. If you believe that you may require an accommodation, please apply for any roles that interest you and if hired, you will receive information on how to request a reasonable accommodation after your start date. RTR will evaluate all such requests in accordance with Company policy and applicable law.
Rent the Runway is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $68,000-72,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held.
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