Why join us

Joining Sainsbury's Zest team as a Food Economist means becoming part of a dynamic and creative environment where your passion for food styling and presentation can flourish. With the opportunity to collaborate with a talented team of creatives, photographers, and stylists, you'll play a key role in shaping the visual identity of Sainsbury's food content, creating captivating imagery that showcases the quality and appeal of our products across various platforms. At Zest, you'll have access to state-of-the-art production studios, resources, and a supportive team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth, making it an exciting and rewarding place to further develop your skills and expertise in the realm of food styling and photography.

What you'll do

As a Food Economist at Zest, the in-house creative agency of Sainsbury's, you will be instrumental in creating visually stunning and authentic food content that showcases the quality and appeal of Sainsbury's products across various channels. Your role will involve collaborating with the creative team to develop the look and feel of food content, preparing and styling a wide variety of food products for photo shoots, and ensuring that every dish is presented to the highest standards while maintaining the integrity of Sainsbury's brand. Additionally, you will stay up-to-date with food trends, provide on-set expertise, and contribute creative input to concept development, all while working in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous growth.

Who you are

As a Food Economist at Zest, you are a highly skilled and creative professional with a passion for culinary arts and visual storytelling. Your expertise in food styling, preparation, and presentation, combined with your keen eye for detail and ability to work under pressure, allows you to elevate Sainsbury's food visuals to be enticing, authentic, and aligned with brand standards. Collaborative, organised, and trend-savvy, you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel in translating creative concepts into captivating food imagery that resonates with diverse audiences.