About: We're ASOS. We blend our flair for fashion with our love of cutting- edge technology, but more importantly were interested in how we can bring the best out of you.
We exist to give people the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that goes for our people too. At ASOS, you're free to be your true self without judgment, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions.
As one of the Model Bookers you will be at the forefront of the Model Team working closely with the Seniors, Team Leaders, Leads and Management at ASOS Studios. With an ASOS casting eye youll be constantly searching for the next generation of ASOS faces, reacting to new briefs and both building and nurturing agency relationships. You will work with the team to supply a continuous stream of exciting talent to be one step ahead of the competition and deliver the best e-commerce assets in the industry for our 20 something customer. The role requires an unflappable, driven and hardworking individual with a passion for the brand/ You have the ability to successfully be a part of and support a team with a creative, strategic and operational mindset. It is vital that you are passionate about models and fashion- you have an established knowledge of the industry and current social trends and how they relate to the ASOS customer.
What the Model Booker will be doing:
Working as a member of the Model Booking team you will be securing top talent worldwide, owning the coordination of international bookings and maximising our position with model agencies by maintaining our high ASOS standards and reputation.
Reporting directly into the Senior Model Booker, you will be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day running of the Model team.
Working alongside other bookers to source options and bookings for all talent bookings required for ASOS in house shoots, approx. 30 models per day (including but not limited to rec & unrec ecomm, marketing location shoots, internal testing, social bookings and other creative projects) problem solving when necessary to help all studios achieve shoot targets
Developing a creative ability to understand ASOSs model families and their aesthetic for guys and girls. Using this to recognise appropriate model suggestions and ensuring all imagery used both internally and externally is in line with this expected standard.
Contributing to the evolving ASOS talent brief keeping up to date with the diverse ASOS customer and ensuring they always feel represented across all category pages
Taking ownership of models you have booked, working alongside the studio team to maximize each models potential and ensure consistency overtime
Dealing with any model issues professionally and in line with ASOS behaviours policy
Nurturing existing relationships with international model agencies as well as establishing new ones when required, ensuring our first class reputation is maintained and that all suppliers operate in-line with our standards
Securing talent as ASOS models, working with agencies to ensure successful models are readily available to us across multiple platforms
In depth understanding of the model team budget and rate structure facilitating confident negotiation skills with agencies
Working closely with your Seniors, Leads and Management team to successfully deliver the department strategy. Build strong, professional and collaborative relationships with the wider studio team
Working with the model team and wider to dept to ensure budget, cost per product, creative quality and volumetric KPIs are adhered to
Strong awareness of model analysis, making use of this information to make informed casting decisions
Demonstrating excellent brand awareness by identifying areas for review, researching ideas and assessing competition when required to ensure we are market leaders
Encouraging the team to be authentic, brave and creative and to follow all company and departmental strategies, leading by example
Delivering projects to support the department strategy and any other adhoc tasks defined by the Model Team Lead and Manager
Contribute to departmental technology software and hardware launches when required
Contributing to team and departmental meetings
Be recognised as an aspirational figure within your team and the wider department
Supporting our culture by championing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategies
Who ASOS would like to meet:
Model booking experience with existing agency relationships
A good understanding of shoot production in a commercial environment
A passion for models and knowledge of models
A methodical, accurate and extremely organised approach with a keen eye for detail.
Excellent communication, problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills
The ability to remain calm under pressure and think on their feet.
Assertive and forward-thinking
A 'can do' attitude and high level of efficiency
An 'unflappable' nature who is able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Outstanding negotiation skills and ability to work confidently with contracts, usages and block bookings
Lots of energy and enthusiasm, and a real team player
Skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, InDesign and in the general day-to-day running of a PC and/or MAC
BeneFITS:
Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)
Employee sample sales
Access to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials
25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
Discretionary bonus scheme
Private medical care scheme
Flexible benefits allowance - which you can choose to take as extra cash, or use towards other benefits
