Explore Careers Create Career Profile Food Stylist Holland Code: Create The first step is envisioning what that final shot should look like, something that makes you think, "oh yes, I want to eat that". I like the tiny adjustments best—altering the lighting just a bit, changing the spacing in between items, swapping out one coloured linen for another—until you just know, yes, that’s it, that’s the shot. Shel Zolkewich In A Nutshell I arrange food creatively and attractively so it looks great for photos or displays. I find and select unique props to make the food photos more interesting and eye-catching. I prepare and manage the food during shoots to keep it fresh and looking its best. Swipe Potential Salary Range $40,000 - 52,000 Annually Which provinces would this job be in? AB Alberta BC British Columbia MB Manitoba NB New Brunswick NL Newfoundland & Labrador NS Nova Scotia ON Ontario PEI Prince Edward Island QC Quebec SK Saskwatchewan I work in all kinds of places, from busy restaurants and cookbook studios to outdoor settings. It is always exciting and different, but no matter where I am, my full attention is on making the food look its best. Workplace Indoor / Outdoor Job Requirements & Duties Stylize food for photos and videos Collaborate with food production staff to understand what recipes should be presented Purchase food and ingredients needed for shoots Do live demonstrations at events to show how food is styled to look its best for photos and presentations Work with other cooks to develop new recipes Cook food that is used for photos and videos Education & Training There are many chances to learn on your own in this career, but having a strong interest in food, photography, and design is very helpful. Having a degree in culinary or baking arts, along with experience or training in photography, can also give you a big advantage as a food stylist. 100all Job Outlook The outlook for food stylists is considered fair. There are expected to be about as many job openings as there are people to fill them. Related School Subjects Arts Education Career Education What words come to mind when thinking about this career? Food Marketing Photography Advertising Important Skills Artistic Food styling is basically creating art out of food, so understanding the basics of art, colour, and composition AND being able to apply them is really important when setting up a shot. interpersonal-man-people-communication-Relation Interpersonal While I do have some creative freedom, I have conversations with customers and food photographers to make sure I’m setting things up with their visions in mind. Planning A lot of the food I style has a tiny window before it melts, deflates, or sweats. I have to plan shoots down to the second so photographers can capture food at its most beautiful time. adaptability-transformation-adjust-change-mutation-revolotion Adaptability My job throws all kinds of creative challenges at me, from venues to props to the food I’m styling. I have to be able to adapt to the situation at a moment’s notice. Swipe The Best Things About This Job Are… Creative Work Flexible Work Environment Helps Others Work Changes Daily Similar Careers Food Photographer Chef Flower Farmer & Florist Helpful Links AgCareers.com - Career Profile - Food Stylist YouTube - Day at Work: Food Stylist YouTube - Food Stylist - Dream Job snapAG- Eating Local Career Glossary Props Composition References What does a Food Stlyist Do. (No Date). Food Stylists. (2020). Food Stylist. (No Date). Disclaimer All career information has been gathered from a variety of sources and compiled to provide a general idea as to what each career could entail. Agriculture in the Classroom Canada is committed to doing our best to ensure the information is current and reliable. However, we will not be liable for the accuracy of the information. Please contact us if you notice errors or would like to provide feedback.