What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anthropologie Creative Styling Operations Manager (Home & Stills Studio) position at Anthropologie?
Role Summary
Overview:
The Styling Operations Manager is responsible for supporting the development and execution of seasonal home styling concepts across e-commerce and creative marketing assets. This role partners closely with Styling, Art Direction, Buying, Merchandising, and Production to ensure that creative concepts are thoughtfully developed, product priorities are clearly defined, and campaigns are executed on time and in alignment with business goals.
This role requires a strong visual sensibility paired with exceptional organizational, technology and project-management skills. The Project Manager, Creative Styling must have an in-depth understanding of the Anthropologie Home brand, current and emerging home trends, and the operational realities of producing large-scale creative campaigns.
Reports to: Senior Director of Styling, Home
Role Responsibilities
- Research trends, references, and inspiration to support seasonal styling concepts and creative direction
- Develop styling concepts and narratives in partnership with Styling and Art Direction teams
- Create digital mockups and product pairings using design tools and AI-rendering platforms
- Assist with physical style-outs to test furniture, décor, and textile pairings for scale, color, and material compatibility
- Research and propose shoot locations, environments, and sets best suited for specific product stories and categories
- Collaborate closely with Buying and Merchandising teams to align creative concepts with product priorities and launch strategies
- Monitor product samples, estimated arrival times (ETAs), and availability to guarantee they are ready for shoots and align with campaign schedules.
- Monitor product availability dates and confirm that creative assets align with go-live schedules
- Identify potential gaps in coverage and propose alternative solutions when priority products are unavailable or missed
- Document concepts, approvals, and changes throughout the lifecycle of each project
- Attend photoshoots as creative and logistical support, assisting with product pairings, prop suggestions, and real-time problem solving
- Ensure all priority products and creative objectives are captured during shoots
- Remain adaptable and receptive to feedback from multiple stakeholders, revising concepts and mockups as needed
Role Qualifications
Position Requirements:
- Strong understanding of the Anthropologie Home brand, customer, and relevant interior and home décor trends
- Experience supporting creative development and execution for product-driven campaigns
- Ability to balance creative thinking with logistical and operational planning
- Comfort working across multiple teams and managing competing priorities
- Familiarity with digital design tools and AI-based rendering platforms a plus
Skills:
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Strong visual eye with the ability to evaluate styling, scale, and composition
- Excellent planning, documentation, and project-tracking skills
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Clear and confident communication skills across creative and cross-functional teams
- Ability to positively and constructively give and receive creative and technical feedback
- Professional, collaborative, and solutions-oriented approach
- Ability to translate creative concepts into actionable plans and deliverables
Experience:
- 4–7 years of experience in creative project management, styling coordination, merchandising, or a related role
- Experience within home, interiors, fashion, or lifestyle brands preferred
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts, Interior Design, Marketing or related field
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