Assistant Producer
About Us
We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home, and beauty. Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education, and community.
Life at Tory Burch
- Join a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.
- Culture is welcoming and inclusive—everyone is empowered to make a difference.
- Competitive pay and rewards for high performance.
- Generous benefits to support mental and physical health, financial security, and overall wellness.
- Generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
- Free executive coaching on-demand for professional growth.
- Opportunities to give back through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.
About the Role
This role is tailor-made for you if you are passionate about managing e-commerce photo shoots from brief to post/delivery. You enjoy seeing projects through to completion and serving as the day-to-day contact for production needs. You are meticulous in planning, able to juggle multiple priorities, and have impeccable organizational and time management skills. You are resourceful, collaborative, and comfortable navigating various teams and personalities with stellar interpersonal and communication skills. You have prior experience on a photoshoot set, are a self-starter, and maintain an "all hands on deck" mentality. A strong interest in fashion and the ability to develop relationships with photo and model agencies are key. A sense of humor is a plus!
A Day in the Life
The typical day is… atypical. Responsibilities include:
- Managing day-to-day booking of freelance and internal crews for e-commerce shoots.
- Creating and distributing shot lists and call sheets.
- Working closely with the sample ops team and marketing to assess sample readiness for shoots.
- Setting up the studio before shoots and supporting other shoots and projects, including castings, style outs, fittings, booking crew and catering, and other set responsibilities.
- Collaborating with asset and post-production teams to ensure timely delivery of deliverables.
- Setting and managing pre-production, production, and post-production timelines in collaboration with other teams.
- Tracking and reconciling budget estimates and accruals.
- Monitoring deadlines and site refreshes, adjusting shoot priorities as needed.
- Updating and maintaining the production planning system.
- Helping to maintain studio supplies and upkeep while supporting social, store, market, and ad-hoc photo shoot needs.
You will work on a myriad of projects with an amazing team of women and men who share your passion for excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- 1-2 years of production experience; exposure working with luxury, fashion, or beauty strongly preferred.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); comfortable with tools in an online environment.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize projects in fast-paced environments with shifting business needs.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate creative ideas clearly.
- Maintain a high level of organization, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
About the Team
Our Creative Operations & Studio team brings our brand campaigns and imagery to life. We are expert project managers who support various stakeholders in Creative and Marketing across the lifespan of a project. The team also includes studio producers who are experts in image and asset production, executing photo and video shoots on location and at our airy in-house studio overlooking the Hudson River in Jersey City. We work hand in hand to put the finishing touches on creative projects and campaigns, ensuring concepts are on brand and impactful. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative and welcoming group.
How We Work Together
- Adaptable – We change before we have to.
- Entrepreneurial – We own it.
- Collaborative – There’s no “I” in Tory.
- Client & Brand Focused – We put ourselves in Tory’s shoes.
- Live the Values – We show up for each other.
- Functional Expertise – We’re constantly learning and growing.
Team Values
We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility, and lead with excellence & humor.
Pay
The compensation range for this position is $26.00 USD - $34.00 USD per hour. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.
Benefits
We offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. Highlights include:
- Comprehensive health benefits (mental and physical).
- Financial security programs.
- Wellness initiatives.
- Generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
- Free executive coaching on-demand.
- Paid volunteer days and opportunities to give back through the Tory Burch Foundation.