Brandy Joy Smith

: How to Be An Awesome Assistant Stylist →

I’ve always said I’m nothing without my team, every person brings a component to our shoots that is irreplaceable. Without great photography, make up, hair, and wardrobe a shot will not reach it’s full potential.  But there are some who rarely get the credit or the pay they deserve. The assistants.   Every shoot they come to offer support, hard work, organization and dedication for little reward. I’m blessed to have an amazing team. 

Seane Marie: My 1st assistant and right hand woman www.seanemarie.com

Rose Tran: assistant and blogger  www.mystylescript.com

Vinh Ngo: assistant and future creative director www.vinhngo.tumblr.com

Interns: Kaidon, Erin and Courtney

San Antonio Crew:

Chris Cantoya: assistant, model coordinator, designer, model www.facebook.com/chris.cantoya

Grizelda Garza: Intern www.grizeldastudios.com/

For those of you wondering what it takes to be an awesome assistant check out Ms. Sean Marie’s post below

seanemarie:

Brad Goreski wouldn’t be where he is today without Rachel Zoe. Just like I wouldn’t be where I am without Brandy Joy (perhaps on a slightly smaller scale). However, it’s important that you get your start somewhere, and assisting a Pro is one of the best ways to enhance your skills. So while…