Account Assistant, Fashion Communications

The Independents

. Support sample booking-in, trafficking, monitoring, control, send-outs, returns, and loss prevention .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42,000 - $44,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills while supporting client relationships and media coverage in the luxury fashion and lifestyle sectors. Proficient in managing administrative tasks and collaborating with teams to ensure efficient project execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strong Communication SkillsExperience in Luxury Fashion and LifestyleProficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to Present and Interpret DataAttention to Detail

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills

Research SkillsOrganizational SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureTeam CollaborationCreative Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Fashion GPS

Industry Keywords

Media CoverageClient ReportsCreative Product PitchesDigital CommunicationsCultureArtsDesignWellbeingHospitalityInfluencer Sectors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support sample booking-in, trafficking, monitoring, control, send-outs, returns, and loss prevention
Work collaboratively with the Logistics team to ensure efficient, process-aligned task completion
Support showroom appointments and cultivate relationships with media peers
Review daily media coverage across newspapers, magazines, digital, and social media outlets
Compile editorial clippings and metrics and share coverage with clients
Support weekly, monthly, and quarterly client reports
Pitch samples to press and develop and write creative product pitches
Provide support for events, projects, and shows, including show requests, databases, RSVP lists, and seating lists
Identify client opportunities across digital communications, culture, arts, design, interiors, wellbeing, music, hospitality, talent, and influencer sectors
Support creative client gifting initiatives and campaigns
Undertake administrative tasks including travel bookings, client folders, schedules, and database maintenance
Prepare client meetings by scheduling, preparing agendas, minutes, and updates
Coordinate and mentor interns, delegate workload, and support prioritization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience as a communications and marketing intern ideally within luxury fashion and lifestyle
Strong communication skills (both written and oral), research, and organization skills
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Confidence to make suggestions and bring ideas to the wider team
Ability to work alone or as part of a team
High level of attention to detail
Ability to present and interpret quantitative and qualitative data
Interest in culture, arts, fashion, and lifestyle
Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Fashion GPS welcomed but not essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
401K Employer Match program
Commuter Benefits
Paid Time Off including Vacation Days, Personal Days, Sick Days
Company-wide closure last week of the year
10 Federal Holidays Observed