Contract Apparel Stylist

tentree is a lifestyle apparel company based out of Vancouver, Canada that plants ten trees for every item purchased. Our apparel is one of the most sustainable available today and we’re ranked as one of the top apparel brands as recognized by B Corp and Textile Exchange. Since our start in 2012, we have planted over 120 million trees around the world. By combining social and environmental consciousness with apparel, we empower our customers to have a direct impact on saving the planet through intentional purchasing.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for an experienced Apparel Stylist to support our in-studio e-commerce and product photography. Working closely with the Producer, Photographer, and Creative team, you’ll be responsible for preparing and styling apparel to ensure products are represented consistently, accurately, and in line with our brand standards. This role requires a strong eye for detail, an understanding of garment fit and construction, and the ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced studio environment.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives on being involved in studio work and is excited by the opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Style apparel on models for e-commerce photography, ensuring garments fit, drape, and photograph appropriately while maintaining an accurate representation of the product
• Prepare and style garments for flat lay and product photography, including steaming, shaping, folding, pinning, stuffing, and other styling techniques as required
• Work closely with the Photographer throughout the shoot to make real-time styling adjustments and maintain an efficient workflow
• Follow established brand and e-commerce photography guidelines while using sound judgment to determine the best presentation for individual garments
• Prepare garments ahead of each shot, including steaming, lint rolling, removing tags or packaging, and ensuring products are camera-ready
• Pay close attention to product details including hems, collars, waistbands, sleeves, pockets, closures, drawstrings, logos, and other design features
• Collaborate with the Creative and Merchandising teams when clarification is needed around intended fit, styling, or product details
• Maintain an organized styling area and ensure garments and styling tools are handled carefully throughout the shoot
• Reset, organize, and return samples following photography
• Help identify opportunities to improve styling processes and increase efficiency and consistency on set
  
  

Requirements

Professional Requirements:

• Previous experience styling apparel for e-commerce, editorial, campaign, or commercial photography
• Strong understanding of garment fit, construction, fabrication, proportion, and how clothing translates on camera
• Experience styling a variety of apparel categories
• Confident using common styling techniques and tools including pins, clips, tape, stuffing, steamers, and lint rollers
• Understanding of e-commerce photography standards and the importance of accurately representing product fit and details
• Strong attention to detail and ability to quickly identify issues that may impact the final image
  
  

Personal Strengths:

• Comfortable working collaboratively with photographers, producers, models, and creative teams
• Ability to work efficiently and manage a high volume of products within established shoot schedules
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Able to take creative direction while also working independently and proactively solving styling challenges on set
  
  

This is a freelance/contract position with scheduling based on studio and photography needs. The stylist will primarily work on-site during scheduled e-commerce and product shoots.

The hourly wage for this position is $40-$50 CAD per hour and will work on a contract basis. The successful candidate must be located in the Greater Vancouver Regional District and able to commute to the office when needed.

tentree is proud to be a certified inspiring workplace and an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a team that brings varied backgrounds, perspectives and strengths to the table. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.