Model Booker (12 month FTC)

We’re ASOS, the online retailer for fashion lovers all around the world. 

We exist to give our customers 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 judgement, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions. 

But how are we showing up? We’re proud members of Inclusive Companies, are Disability Confident Committed and have signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter and we placed 8th in the Inclusive Top 50 Companies Employer list.  

Everyone needs some help showing up as their best self. Let our Talent team know if you need any adjustments throughout the process in whatever way works best for you. 

Job Description

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 you’ll 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 you'll 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 at ASOS studios
• 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
• Owning the weekly ASOS shoot schedule, using your creative problem solving skills to ensure that all model options have been maximised across the 100+ shoots
• Taking ownership of models you have booked, working alongside the studio team to maximize each models potential and ensure consistency overtime
• Being confident in dealing with any model issues professionally and in line with ASOS behaviours policy
• In depth understanding of the model team budget and rate structure facilitating negotiation skills with agencies so ASOS receive the best rates on models
• Strong awareness of model sales analysis, making use of this information to make informed casting decisions
• Developing a creative ability to understand ASOS’s 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
• Maintaining strong agency relationships so we are securing talent as “ASOS models”, ensuring they are readily available to us across multiple platforms at the best rates
• 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
• Working with the Seniors and Lead to support the training and development of new full-timers
• Developing your leadership style and communication alongside your Seniors, in line with ASOS Behaviours policy
• Having a strong understanding of the department strategy, working closely with your Seniors, Leads and Management team help successfully deliver our goals. Build strong, professional and collaborative relationships with the wider studio team
• 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
• Contributing to weekly team meetings with your industry knowledge and opinions and occasionally contributing to departmental meetings
• Be recognised as an aspirational figure within your team and the wider department

Qualifications

We'd love to meet, someone with...

• Previous 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, In Design 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