How to get a job in fashion
How to get a job in fashion
How to get a job in fashion
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A C T I V I T Y P R O F I L E<br />
Publish<strong>in</strong>g & Promotion<br />
Fashion Writ<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Fashion Edit<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Styl<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Public Relations<br />
Model<strong>in</strong>g (fit, pr<strong>in</strong>t, runway)<br />
Fashion Writ<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Duties • responsible for conceptualiz<strong>in</strong>g, research<strong>in</strong>g and writ<strong>in</strong>g articles,<br />
product reviews, edi<strong>to</strong>rials, features, books and press releases<br />
• constantly keep abreast of <strong>in</strong>dustry coverage and its pulse<br />
• attend <strong>fashion</strong> shows, press conferences and <strong>in</strong>dustry events<br />
Employers • <strong>fashion</strong> magaz<strong>in</strong>e/newsletters, trade magaz<strong>in</strong>es, newspapers,<br />
websites, television programs, research firms, trend consultants,<br />
book publishers, public relations agencies, etc.<br />
Salary starts around $20,000–<strong>to</strong> $100,000<br />
Attributes/skills/ • creativity<br />
credentials • superlative written communication skills<br />
• outstand<strong>in</strong>g research capabilities<br />
• <strong>in</strong>novative approach <strong>to</strong> s<strong>to</strong>ry ideas<br />
• self-motivation<br />
• ability <strong>to</strong> cope with tight deadl<strong>in</strong>es<br />
• good organizational skills<br />
• far reach<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustry knowledge: all areas, processes, trend<br />
development, forecasts, news and players<br />
• close familiarity with consumer behavior and preferences<br />
• computer literacy (Word, PowerPo<strong>in</strong>t and <strong>in</strong>ternet savvy)<br />
• Bachelor’s Degree <strong>in</strong> English, Journalism or Communications<br />
Options for choice<br />
There are many types of <strong>fashion</strong> writers: columnists, syndicated<br />
columnists, reporters, publicists, book authors, etc. Staff writers<br />
on magaz<strong>in</strong>es and newspapers often start off as edi<strong>to</strong>rial<br />
assistants or freelancers.<br />
Portfolio required<br />
24 Seven, Inc.<br />
24 Seven, Inc.
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