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About TC Shadowlight

TC Shadowlight is a creative production studio specializing in building inspiring environments for some of the world's leading brands. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, creative problem-solving, and passion for bringing ideas to life.

Our Art Department works across interior environments, product storytelling, lifestyle photography, and video production to create visually compelling spaces that support our clients' brands. We believe in developing talent, encouraging creativity, and providing opportunities for long-term growth.

We are seeking a creative, highly organized individual with a passion for interiors, styling, and visual storytelling to join our team as a Junior Set Stylist.

This is a developmental role designed for someone looking to grow within the world of creative production and set styling, with a clear path toward advancement into a Set Stylist position.

Position Overview

The Junior Set Stylist supports the Art Department in creating visually compelling, camera-ready environments for photo and video productions. This role works closely with Set Stylists, Art Directors, Designers, and Production teams to assist in all aspects of room assembly, styling execution, prop sourcing, and creative development.

The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, eager to learn, and excited to develop their understanding of interior styling, production processes, and client brand storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of room scenes and styled environments for photo and video productions.
• Support Set Stylists and Art Directors in assembling interior and exterior environments.
• Create and revise style boards, inspiration presentations, and visual references.
• Assist with prop sourcing, purchasing, organization, pulling, and de-propping.
• Learn and apply core interior design principles including scale, proportion, balance, harmony, color, contrast, and rhythm.
• Support food styling, appliance propping, material boards, and flat lays as needed.
• Collaborate with Production, Design, Carpentry, and other departments to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Become familiar with client brands and learn how to translate brand guidelines into physical environments.
• Assist in maintaining prop inventories, styling databases, and department resources.
• Assist in the styling and execution of environments created for photography, video, and digital marketing productions.
• Support the preparation, assembly, and maintenance of camera-ready sets, ensuring spaces are visually compelling from multiple angles and production perspectives.
• Collaborate with Production, Photography, and Video teams to understand how styling choices translate on camera and support storytelling objectives.
• Participate in on-set activities including styling adjustments, continuity management, prop placement, and real-time creative problem solving during productions.
• Track expenses and assist with maintaining project budgets.
• Stay current on interior design, fashion, lifestyle, and consumer trends.
• Maintain a proactive, solutions-oriented attitude in a fast-paced creative environment.
• Participate in department meetings, critiques, and mentorship opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

• Has a passion for interiors, styling, and visual storytelling.
• Is highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Is open to feedback and eager to learn.
• Demonstrates strong creative instincts and problem-solving skills.
• Can balance creativity with practical execution and budgets.
• Is comfortable managing multiple priorities and shifting deadlines.
• Takes initiative and enjoys contributing to team success.

Preferred Backgrounds

Candidates with experience or education in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Interior Design
• Fashion Design
• Visual Merchandising
• Theater or Scenic Design
• Home Staging
• Photography Styling
• Video Production Styling
• Fine Arts
• Creative Production
• Related creative disciplines

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Fine Arts, Fashion Design, Visual Merchandising, or related creative field preferred.
• Professional experience in a creative environment preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and presentation software.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, SketchUp, or related design software is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

Growth Opportunity

This position is designed as a developmental role with a clear path toward becoming a Set Stylist. Junior Set Stylists are mentored across all aspects of styling, production workflows, client communication, room assembly, and creative execution. Advancement is based on demonstrated readiness, independence, collaboration, and mastery of department processes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move items up to 40 lbs independently or with assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb ladders as needed.
• Ability to work in studio environments and on active productions.
• Ability to differentiate between colors and materials.
• Ability to work under deadlines and occasionally adjust schedules to support production needs.

Benefits

TC Shadowlight offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Team Events and Company Activities
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

If you are passionate about design, creativity, and collaborative problem-solving, we would love to hear from you.