Junior Casting Director

THE ROLE & THE TEAM
We are looking for a Junior Casting Coordinator - Editorial & Branded Partner Campaigns (all genders) to join our internal casting team. You will support the casting process by sourcing and coordinating diverse talents, models, influencers, and creatives from around the globe.
Working closely with experienced casting professionals, the in-house creative team, and external collaborators like Highsnobiety and leading fashion and lifestyle brands, you’ll gain hands-on experience helping to shape creative content across various fashion propositions including high-end designer, streetwear, sports, and beauty.
This role is ideal for someone with a passion for fashion, street culture, and emerging talent, and who is excited to learn the ins and outs of casting within a fast-paced creative environment. You will work alongside Senior Art Directors, Creative Directors, Stylists, and Producers in the execution of editorial shoots, campaign content, and Liveshow formats.
This role may touch on different production areas, depending on needs and your developing experience:
**Editorial (Stories at Zalando / The Statement Creative)**: Support bringing fresh, diverse global talent to Zalando’s editorial storytelling.
**Broadcasting & Liveshow**: Assist in coordinating on-air talent such as hosts and guests for Zalando’s interactive live shopping experiences.
CSCC (Content Strategy Consideration Curation) & Partner Campaigns (ZMS): Help with organizing casting for marketing banners, brand homes, and product campaigns, with a focus on authentic representation. WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Support in sourcing and coordinating diverse talent for Zalando’s productions across campaigns, events, and editorial shoots
Assist with maintaining and updating internal databases of models, talent, and creative collaborators
Help research emerging models, creatives, and digital talent relevant to our projects
Coordinate communication with talent, agencies, and production partners under guidance from Casting Leads
Assist in scheduling, logistics planning, and documentation preparation (e.g., call sheets, release forms)
Join team meetings and contribute to ongoing casting discussions and brainstorming
Help gather and organize casting moodboards, references, and visual research
Occasionally support on-set or studio-based productions, especially during early morning model check-ins or fittings
Support invoice processing and casting-related admin tasks
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You have some initial experience (e.g. internships, student jobs, or project work) in casting, influencer marketing, fashion media, TV, creative production, or talent management
You’re passionate about fashion, culture, and emerging digital talent
You bring strong organizational skills and attention to detail
You’re a team player with great communication and collaboration skills
You have a willingness to learn quickly, take initiative, and adapt in a dynamic environment
You’re comfortable using digital tools like Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
You have a basic understanding of social media trends and influencer platforms
You are fluent in English (German is a plus, especially for Liveshow-related projects)
Experience working with models, talents, influencers or agencies is a nice to have
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with up to 60% remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
27 days of vacation a year to start
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN