Freelance Prop Stylist – Luxury Fashion & Beauty
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
Job Title: Freelance Prop Stylist Luxury Fashion & Beauty
Company: Slate Studios
Location: New York NY (On-Site / Project-Based)
Type: Freelance (Per Shoot / Project-Based)
About Slate Studios
Slate Studios is a New Yorkbased content production studio specializing in high-end photography and motion for luxury fashion beauty and lifestyle brands. We produce elevated campaigns and e-commerce content for leading global clients.
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Prop Stylist to support our studio productions.
Position Summary
As a Prop Stylist at Slate Studios you will lead prop concepting sourcing styling and on-set execution for beauty and fashion shoots. You will work closely with photographers and producers to ensure all visual elements align with brand direction and luxury standards.
This role requires strong aesthetic judgment resourcefulness and the ability to execute clean elevated compositions in fast-paced environments.
Key Responsibilities
Concept & Development
Interpret creative briefs and translate them into refined prop directions
Research and develop mood references
Propose styling concepts aligned with brand guidelines
Sourcing & Prep
Source purchase rent or fabricate props as needed
Manage prep days efficiently and within budget
Maintain organized tracking of prop expenses and returns
On-Set Styling
Style product shots with precision and attention to detail
Adjust compositions in real time based on creative feedback
Maintain continuity and consistency across assets
Collaboration
Work closely with photographer producer and digital tech
Ensure styling supports lighting framing and post-production goals
Requirements
Location & Availability
Based in New York NY
Available for on-site freelance production days
Experience
Proven experience styling for fashion and/or beauty campaigns
Strong portfolio demonstrating luxury aesthetic sensibility
Skills
Excellent eye for color texture scale and composition
Strong sourcing network in NYC
Budget-aware and organized
Comfortable working with small crews and fast timelines
Personal Attributes
Detail-oriented and visually precise
Calm under pressure
Collaborative and solutions-driven
Bonus
Experience with high-volume e-commerce styling
Familiarity with clean beauty and skincare layouts
Ability to fabricate or modify props as needed
Compensation
Competitive per-day rate based on experience and project scope.
Why Slate
High-profile fashion and beauty clients
Premium studio environment
Ongoing freelance opportunities
How to Apply
Please submit:
Resume
Portfolio
Client list or relevant production credits
Note: We are not accepting email applications at this time.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Slate Studios is a Content Production Company focused on Advertising & Editorial services for the Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle Industries.