Studio Floor Assistant

About the Role:
At NEXT we have a great opportunity for a proactive and positive Studio Floor Assistant to join our dynamic team at our Photography Studio in Leicestershire. This is a hands-on, multi-faceted role where you will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless daily operation of our studio sets. The ideal candidate will be a helpful, "can-do" individual willing to support all aspects of production from physical set builds and product logistics to assisting with digital workflows. You will play a vital role in maintaining a professional environment for both our in-house teams and visiting photographers.

What You’ll Take On:

• Lead the preparation and smooth running of studio sets, including set building, painting, and executing set changes as required by the shoot teams.
• Pick and transport products and props to sets. You will also be responsible for driving the company van to source and collect items for upcoming shoots.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, ensuring all sets are safe, clean, and tidy. You will also look after in-house kit and equipment.
• Provide dedicated assistance to shoot teams and front-of-house coordinators with ad hoc tasks, kit management, and general studio duties.
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues, proactively reporting or resolving any workplace hazards.
• Assist in end-to-end production processes, including studio setups and supporting the digital workflow.

What You’ll Bring:

• As this role involves heavy lifting (moving walls and flooring), you must be physically capable of manual handling.
• Experience with Profoto lighting, Canon systems, and a working knowledge of Capture One or Adobe Photoshop is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of seniority.
• Exceptional time management and punctuality, with the ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.
• A flexible approach to working hours, including a willingness to support the business during weekends or outside of standard hours when required.
• Have experience in a similar role or environment with a genuine interest in photography and the studio environment
• A genuine interest and knowledge in the Next brand and our creative direction.

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• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance based bonus
• Sharesave scheme
• On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
• Free on-site parking
• Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [email protected] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.