Image Production Assistant (Intern)
Chanel in Paris seeks an Image Production Assistant (Intern) starting Jan 2026 — support photoshoot logistics, asset management and post-production coordination.
Overview
Chanel is an independent global luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. As an employer, the brand balances a strong heritage and artisanal savoir-faire with contemporary creative innovation across multidisciplinary teams and international operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the image production team in planning and executing fashion shoots, lookbooks and digital campaigns.
- Coordinate logistics for studio days and on-location shoots: scheduling, call sheets, talent and vendor liaison.
- Prepare and maintain image briefs, shot lists and production documentation to ensure creative and technical alignment.
- Ingest, organise and apply consistent metadata and file-naming conventions to image assets within the asset workflow.
- Perform initial quality control on delivered images and liaise with retouchers and post-production to ensure brand standards.
- Assist with administrative tasks including supplier follow-ups, expense documentation and basic project tracking.
- Contribute to archive maintenance and the preparation of image dossiers for seasonal collections and marketing teams.
Qualifications
- Current enrolment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in fashion, photography, visual communication, image production or a related discipline.
- Fluency in French and professional command of English.
- Excellent organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanour when interacting with internal creative teams and external suppliers.
- Availability to begin in January 2026 and to commit to the internship period as required by the programme.
Skills
Experience
Prior internship experience or coursework in fashion photography, studio production or post-production is preferred; demonstrable participation in shoots or practical studio work is an advantage.
Education
Enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate programme (fashion, photography, visual communication, image production or similar).
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture that marries rigorous craftsmanship with creative excellence; teams operate in a collaborative, detail-driven environment where aesthetic standards and discretion are paramount. The workplace values professionalism, respect for heritage and openness to contemporary creative approaches.