Executive - Styling & Photography
Location: Mumbai
About Us
StayVista is India’s largest villa hospitality brand and has redefined group getaways. Our handpicked luxury villas are present in every famous holiday destination across the country. We curate unique experiences paired with top-notch hospitality, creating unforgettable stays. Here, you will be a part of our passionate team, dedicated to crafting exceptional getaways and curating one-of-a-kind homes. We are a close-knit tribe, united by a shared love for travel and on a mission to become the most loved hospitality brand in India.
Why Work With Us?
At StayVista, you're part of a community where your ideas and growth matter. We’re a fast-growing team that values continuous improvement. With our skill upgrade programs, you’ll keep learning and evolving, just like we do. And hey, when you’re ready for a break, our villa discounts make it easy to enjoy the luxury you help create.
Your Role
As an Executive at StayVista, you will be responsible for bringing StayVista’s properties to life through thoughtful styling and compelling visual storytelling. This role requires a strong sense of aesthetics, excellent coordination skills, and the ability to manage end-to-end photography operations, ensuring every image aligns with and reflects our brand standards.
About You.
- Style properties for photoshoots to ensure they are visually appealing and aligned with StayVista’s brand identity
- Use architectural and interior styling sensibilities to highlight unique property features
- Coordinate with property caretakers and owners to ensure readiness before shoots
- Schedule and manage photoshoots across PAN India with internal and external stakeholders
- Build and maintain a strong database of photographers and stylists
- Support photographers virtually and on-ground to ensure smooth execution
- Anticipate and resolve on-ground challenges such as logistics, styling gaps, and last-minute changes
- Ensure all shoots are completed within defined turnaround timelines (TAT)
- Review, shortlist, and sequence photos post-shoot before sharing with the listing/marketing team
- Ensure all images adhere to brand guidelines and effectively showcase property USPs
- Maintain a centralized database for shoots, expenses, and deliverables
- Coordinate with photographers, stylists, and external vendors for timely execution
- Manage relationships with property stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration
- Negotiate, onboard, and manage photographers and stylists across PAN India
- Track and manage shoot-related expenses while ensuring budget adherence
- Prepare regular reports on shoot pipeline, photographer performance, and styling quality
- Use Google Sheets and Docs for coordination, reporting, and record management
- Travel across India for photoshoots as required
- Adapt to diverse property environments, from luxury villas to boutique stays
- Apply a strong eye for design, interiors, and styling in all tasks
- Communicate effectively in English and Hindi with all stakeholders
- Stay highly organized with strong project management capabilities
- Proactively solve problems and make quick, practical decisions during shoots
- Manage multiple shoots simultaneously with efficiency
- Bring a creative mindset along with ownership and accountability
- Remain flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced work environment
- This position includes tasks supporting Owner and Guest Management, as determined by organizational needs
Bonus Points - These are non-essential, but a bonus if you have them!
- Prior experience in styling and executing photoshoots for luxury hospitality, villas, or premium real estate brands, with a strong portfolio showcasing high-quality visual storytelling
Key Metrics: What you will drive and achieve
- Turnaround Time (TAT) Adherence – % of shoots scheduled and delivered within timelines (≥ 95%).
- Property Readiness & Styling Quality – Internal quality rating of styled properties/photos (≥ 4/5).
- Stakeholder & Photographer Coordination – % of shoots completed without reschedules/cancellations (≥ 90%).
- Problem-Solving & Issue Resolution – Average resolution time for on-ground issues, with minimal escalations.
- Vendor & Photographer Network Growth – # of active photographers/stylists onboarded PAN India per quarter.
- Content Delivery & Accuracy – % of photo sets delivered error-free and aligned with brand standards (≥ 95%).
- Budget & Expense Tracking - Variance between budgeted and actual shoot expenses (≤ 10%).
Our Core Values: Are you a CURATER?
- Curious: Here, your curiosity fuels innovation.
- User-Centric: You’ll anticipate the needs of all our stakeholders and exceed expectations.
- Resourceful: You’ll creatively optimise our resources with solutions that elevate experiences in unexpected ways.
- Aspire: Keep learning, keep growing—because we’re all about continuous improvement.
- Trust: Trust is our foundation. You’ll work in a transparent, reliable, and fair environment.
- Enjoy: We believe in having fun while building something extraordinary.
StayVista Spirit: Our Behavioral Competencies – How We Work Together
- Business Acumen: You grasp the basics of our company, customers, and services, always thinking ahead in your work. You’re mindful of costs and benefits, making smart decisions while learning from risks and mistakes.
- Change Management: You’re open to change, adjusting quickly to new information or challenges. Always eager to learn, you find creative ways to improve your work and seek feedback for growth.
- Leadership: You set clear goals, guide your team with energy, and take full responsibility for the work, ensuring others respect your leadership through action.
- Customer Centricity: You understand both internal and external customer needs and take ownership in addressing any service issues. You maintain clear communication and handle customer interactions with patience and respect.
- Teamwork: You collaborate well with others, respecting diverse opinions and always contributing positively to the team. You keep lines of communication open and share your thoughts without judgment.
- Result Orientation: You take responsibility for completing tasks and proactively tackle challenges to exceed expectations. You’re quick to spot issues and address them efficiently, making decisive decisions with resourcefulness.
- Planning and Organizing: You handle multiple priorities well, staying organized and focused. You ensure your work is thorough, accurate, and aligned with set processes to meet goals effectively.
- Communication: You communicate your ideas clearly, encourage dialogue, and ensure timely responses to your team, clients, and manager. You assert your views confidently and use multiple channels to share information effectively.
StayVista is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decisions based on race, colour, religion, caste, creed, nationality, age, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws.