Fry up Friday - 16th May 2014

The next Fry Up Friday is on 16 May when we welcome guest speakers Jacqui Fabes and Amber Woodfull from our Careers + Employment Service to explain more about the benefits of Internships for Businesses and how the University can help with recruitment and costs.  For more info and how to book go to:

http://www.evolvederby.co.uk/workshops-events/fry-friday

Interview with Simon Chilvers, Men’s Style Director at Matchesfashion.com

1. Why did you decide to work in the fashion industry?

1. I'd always loved music and clothes while growing up but it was while studying History of Modern Art, Design and Film at university that the penny finally dropped that I might be able to work for one of the many magazines I loved. So, I moved to London, did a Masters at London College of Fashion and started doing work experience at places, such as The Guardian and Vogue. I then developed my CV and built up both freelance writing and styling work before taking a full time role as Assistant Fashion Editor at the Guardian where I worked for four years – here I had the opportunity to report from fashion week, style shoots and write features. Working in fashion allows you to be creative in many different ways – this was always the pull of working in the industry for me. 

2.        What does a typical day for you look like at Matchesfashion.com?

What I love about my job is that there is no typical day. One day I might be shooting an editorial shoot in a studio in London or on location in Paris. The next I'll be interviewing a designer or writing a trend feature. I go to the fashion shows to get inspiration for shoots for both our digital and print magazine, which is always exciting. I also work closely with the studio who style all the clothes for the online store. Then there are work events to plan, sales meetings to attend, working with the buyers and PR team on launches. It really is a brilliant mixed bag.

3.       How can applicants make sure they stand out from the crowd? 

I think the best way to stand out from the crowd is just to be yourself. Look prepared – as in, if you've got an interview or a work placement, you need to turn up and demonstrate straight off that you've done some research and know the organisation/magazine you're there to work for/interview for.  

4.       What key skills do you need to get into fashion? 

Initially you need to be patient and prepared to graft hard – getting your foot in the door is the biggest trick so you need to impress people with a brilliant attitude. You obviously need to have a good visual understanding and a creative streak but equally you need to be be good with people – in fashion, it's often about teamwork, especially on shoots and in office based roles. You also need to be able to juggle lots of different things at the same time – fashion moves fast and you need to be able to keep up with the pace. 

5.       Do you have any motivational words for students aspiring to make it in this very competitive industry?

Drive. Stamina. Ideas. To get into the industry, work really hard, do the groundwork, take on ever opportunity that is offered, be openminded and go the extra mile. Have lots of ideas – all the time. Soak up culture – art shows, film, museums, magazines, books. Set yourself mini goals. Get a blog. Experiment. Read. 

To find out the latest career opportunities at MATCHESFASHION.COM please visit http://www.matchesfashion.com/careers

So, you've started your career, now what??

Check out the link below for lots of tips, advice and interesting articles around creative and cultural industries:

http://creativechoices.cmail3.com/t/ViewEmail/y/9691A084A5ED2291/2433EFC3AC4D2BC73EDEEDC46EB9B960

Learning Design and Media Intern - 6 months, paid contract

6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Loughborough

£6.31 per hour

35 hours per week (9.00am – 5.00pm)

Applications are invited for the role of Learning Design and Media Intern on a 6 month fixed term contract.

Based in the organisation’s Head Office in Loughborough this role will support the activities of the ASA Learning Resource and Design Department.

The role is available immediately.

The ASA is an equal opportunities employer and a holder of the Equality Standard at Foundation, Preliminary and Intermediate levels.

If you feel you have the suitable skills and attributes for this position then we would like to hear from you.

We will be unable to accept CV’s as all applicants are required to complete an application form

Closing date: 12 Noon on the 9 April 2014 

Interview date: W/c 14 April 2014

For more information and details of how to apply, please visit:

http://derby.prospects.ac.uk/jobseeker/vacancy/alert/view?id=1106965

Theatre Technical Master classes

14th - 17th April a series of master classes available to learn the skills you need to work in technical theatre. Classes are available at beginner, intermediate and masterclass level and cover a range of specialist subjects.

These one-day interactive workshops will be led by industry experts at The Backstage Centre, a unique training venue for theatre and live events.

Whether you’re a student, apprentice or young professional, our master classes will provide working knowledge and experience to help you build your creative career.

***New to this series: 'Theatre Projection' and 'New Technology for Lighting' masterclassses led by White Light's Jason Larcombe***

For more information and details of how to book please visit: 

http://ccskills.org.uk/careers/events-opps/technical-masterclass/any/any/any