Fashion Studio Assistant London, England
Job description
About us
Alonuko, founded by British born, Nigerian Oluwagbemisola Okunlola is a Women's fashion brand which focuses on creating iconic pieces, that introduce every woman in their best self. Established in 2012, Alonuko is limitless when it comes to its source of inspiration. From World affairs, experiences during travel to dreams that initiate foundations for creative exploration, Gbemi expresses much of her perspective of life through design and presents it to the world through fashion.
Oluwagbemisola Okunlola was born on 17th August 1994, and raised in London by both parents amongst her four siblings. Okunlola, commonly known as ‘Gbemi’, recognised her creative flair, love for fashion and meticulous eye for detail at a very early age, and by 11, after growing up watching her mum create beautiful gowns for clients, followed in her footsteps and with one of the machines in a corner of the house, taught herself to sew.
Nearly 10 years since its inception, Alonuko is internationally recognised by the likes of Vogue, Insider, Huffington post and Essence to name a few. Renowned as a leading British bridal brand, particularly championed for their intricately hand designed embroideries and perfect matching illusion tulles, especially for women of colour- who are usually underrepresented, Gbemi continues to explore and create beyond the standard, to deliver exceptionally for the Alonuko woman.
Based in London, Alonuko caters to woman throughout the world, constantly finding more ways to reach as many of their customers in the most seamless way possible, through events such as trunk shows and pop ups. Alonuko products are created to work with the female form, not to hide imperfections or flaws but to accentuate desired features.
Gbemi believes, a woman should work with their qualities within, to edify her beauty without.
We are looking for a Studio Assistant who will support the Bridal design team with a variety of tasks including but not limited to Administrative and Logistic requirements.
The role will be best suited to a committed, hardworking & highly organised person, familiar with working in the creative industry with a strong can-do attitude.
How you will contribute?
- Manage the daily tasks for the Studio Operations Manager
- Provide administrative support to the design studio, including specific equipment buying and factory visit request.
- Wide knowledge of suppliers in London. To manage supplier lists and update contacts.
- Liaise with the Customer service team, to ensure production meets clients expectations.
- Assist members of the design team with the logistical support for production of garments
- Manage the logistics in shipment processing
- Support the Operations Manager with the organisation and maintenance of the studio
- Manage the supplies in the studio and atelier. Ordering stationery and haberdashery on a weekly basis to ensure teams are supported and able to fulfil deadlines.
- Liaise with reception regarding the coordination of couriers and packages
- Supporting the atelier with haberdashery requests and liaising with sewing machines suppliers.
Who you are?
- Computer literate, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft packages (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
- Previous experience in a similar role working within a fast-paced fashion design studio, familiar with prioritizing and multi-tasking competing demands
- Knowledge of fabrics and the design process is beneficial.
- Excellent people and communication skills with a strong service orientated approach and ability to maintain impartial relationships
- Problem solving and solution orientated with a ‘Can-do’ attitude
- A strong team player.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,000.00-£22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Gym membership
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, SE8 3FN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Studio assisting: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 20/03/2023
