E-Commerce Studio Assistant

About FashioNica

FashioNica is a woman-founded, online luxury resale brand specializing in curated, authenticated pre-owned handbags, jewelry, and small leather goods from brands like Chanel, Hermès, and Louis Vuitton. Like us, each bag is unique, telling its own story through tiny imperfections. FashioNica's curated selection enables each piece to continue its journey while fostering responsible and sustainable consumption of authentic luxury goods.

Position Summary

We're looking for a detail-oriented, creative self-starter to join our team. In this hands-on entry-level role, you'll support photographers and our Creative E-commerce Lead from set preparation through post-production, and step in front of the lens yourself for hand and full-body modeling. This position is required to be in-person in our Irvine, CA offices.

Responsibilities

In your role as E-Commerce Studio Assistant your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• On Set
• Assist photographers and the Creative E-commerce Lead during shoots
• Prepare, stuff, and alphabetize sample bags ahead of each shoot day
• Model products, including hand and full-body
• Collaborate with the creative team to plan shoots and prepare equipment setups
• Handle ad hoc photography including reshoots and customer service requests
• Post Production
• Edit and retouch images across still life, mannequin, and model photography in Capture One
• Provide backup retouching support as needed
• Own the upload workflow and maintain a consistent photo organisation system
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with Capture One or comparable photo editing software
• Excellent organisational skills and a sharp eye for detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and clear, confident communication
• A solution-focused mindset - you approach problems with calm, practical thinking
• Ability to manage your own workload and maintain consistent file organisation standards
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite strongly preferred (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premier Pro, After Effects, illustrator, and/or InDesign)

This is a great opportunity to build hands-on experience across both the creative and technical sides of studio production in a collaborative, fast-moving team environment.

Compensation Range

$25-$28 per hour, plus a competitive benefits package

Application Requirements

In addition to your resume, this role includes a modeling component. All applicants are asked to submit the following photos with their application:

• Headshot – A clear, front-facing photo with neutral or professional expression
• Full-length photo – A standing shot showing your full silhouette, in fitted or form-fitting clothing
• Hand photo – A close-up of both hands, well-lit and with nails clean and groomed

Photos should be recent, well-lit, and unfiltered. Professional photography is not required.

EEO Statement

FashioNica provides equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, medical conditions, requests for statutory leave, or the intersection or combination of two or more protected classes, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person