Chanel Assistant, Fashion Show Production (Alternance)

About Chanel

Chanel is an iconic French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrances and beauty. Operating globally while rooted in Parisian savoir‑faire, the brand places exceptional emphasis on craftsmanship, creative direction and meticulous execution across collections and shows.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the end‑to‑end production of runway shows and presentations, from initial planning through on‑site delivery.
• Maintain and update production schedules, call sheets and logistics trackers for fittings, rehearsals and show day activities.
• Coordinate with ateliers, wardrobe teams, hairstylists, makeup, set, lighting and external suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and readiness.
• Manage incoming and outgoing garment and prop inventory: tagging, tracking, packing and secure storage.
• Prepare production documentation (venue briefs, supplier contact lists, transport instructions) and assist with administrative follow‑up.
• Attend rehearsals and on‑site rehearsals to support backstage operations, quick changes and cue coordination.
• Assist with vendor quotations and basic budget tracking under the supervision of senior production staff.
• Contribute to post‑show debriefs and documentation of lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a higher education program (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in fashion, event production, arts management or a related discipline (alternance/apprenticeship format).
• Excellent organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise professionally with internal creative teams and external suppliers.
• Capacity to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during show periods, and to operate calmly under pressure.
• Discretion, reliability and respect for confidentiality in handling high‑value garments and proprietary creative material.

Skills

Experience

Practical experience is limited; a prior internship, academic project or extracurricular involvement in event production, fashion shows, stage management or similar is advantageous but not required.

Education

Enrollment in a relevant tertiary-level program (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in fashion, event production, arts management or related field — alternance/apprenticeship status required.

Workplace

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of exacting standards, creative ambition and artisanal respect. Teams operate collaboratively across creative, technical and atelier functions, with a premium placed on confidentiality, craftsmanship and flawless execution.

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