Creative Careers
Work Placements
02 September 2010
Work Placements
Unpaid placements should be for no longer than 4 weeks and you can expect the employer to provide training, dedicated supervison, flexible hours and to cover your travel expenses. Please remember this is your opportunity to gain experience, to choose the duties you are happy to undertake and that you shouldn't feel pressurised to undertake any duties you feel unhappy about.
Paid Placements if you are asked to commit to a placement of more than 4 weeks, or find that the employer requires you to work specified hours or requires you to undertake specific duties, then you can expect the employer to pay you for your time at at least the National Minimum Wage of £5.80 per hour.
Creative Graduate Internship Programme
This section also includes paid placements offered under the Creative Graduate Internship Programme. Check your eligibility for this scheme at our Creative Graduate Internship Programme page before making your application.
Applications most employers will ask you to send a CV with your application. It also a really good idea to include a covering letter explaining why you are applying for the work placement and what you hope to gain from the experience. Creative Careers would also encourage you to treat your work placement application just like you would a job application - be professional, be punctual, contact the company if you need to cancel or are running late for appointments etc. Making a good impression at work placement will only increase your chance of future employment!
If you would like to more detailed advice on work experience please download our Work Experience (PDF, 266Kb) information guide.
Advice and Support
Employers offering work experience placements are also expected to comply with UK equal opportunities, employment and health and safety and legislation. Most issues or problems you encounter in your work placement can be resolved through simple discussion with the company involved, but there may occasions when you feel the need for expert advice and support. Creative Careers have prepared a listing of some of the main organisations have can help and support you. Click here to download a copy Employment advice sheet for students and graduates (PDF, 59Kb). If you're not sure of the best organisation to approach please telephone Creative Careers on 020 7514 6150.
Also see Fashion Business Resource Studio http://www.fbrstudio.org.uk/ and FashionAIM http://www.fashionaim.org/ for work placement opportunities
New this week
Design Intern
JRC Imports Ltd
JRC Imports Ltd is a design-led import business supplying fabric from Turkey and the Far East to garment manufacturers and retailers in the UK and overseas. The company specialises in supplying prints to mass market high street stores such as Top Shop, New Look, River Island, Debenhams and Next. The business has grown quickly since being established by Tony Coulston in 2003 and now employs eight people at offices in Kentish Town.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Kentish Town, London
Experience gained: We have vacancies for internships from October- December 2010. Please only apply if these dates are possible for you.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside our Design Manager and Design Assistant to find out all about life in our busy design studio. We will try to give you a variety of experience such as making hangers, scanning, creating design and colour libraries and archive filing, recolouring some JRC designs and working on customer trend boards/special packs. We hope you will find us a small and friendly company; we would love to hear from you and will welcome your opinions about trends, the market etc.
Experience of Photoshop preferable.
This placement would benefit a Textile Designer preferably with experience of Photoshop, attention to detail, accurate cutting and neat handwriting.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Lisa Gormley, Design Manager
Website: www.jrcimports.com
To apply: Please send CV, covering letter and examples of work to caroline@jrcimports.com
Closing date: Interviews in Sept, internships starting from Oct - Dec.
Internship
Upper 5th
Born in Portobello market 8 years ago, Upper 5th is young, energetic high street label running a concession in Topshop Oxford Circus. We are based in a small design studio in Primrose hill, and we love fashion, styling and all things fabulous. Inspirations for collections come from vintage clothing, markets and music.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London NW3
Experience gained: The applicant would gain experience in tweeting and blogging, spec up new designs for factories, dealing with press agents and magazine sample requests, design page layouts for our website, assist at photo shoots, design colour options for new styles plus lots and lots more! We want real creative contributions not tea makers!
We are looking for a creative whiz from any background .............. as long as you love fashion, colour pattern and texture. We are looking for a real tech! Are your eyes square from the love for your mac? If so we will love you! Are you fanatic about photoshop, addicted to networking and obsessed with the world wide web?
Expenses:Travel and lunch expenses will be covered
Supervision: Pandora Love - Studio Manager
Website: www.upper5th.com
To apply: Contact pandora@upper5th.com
Closing date: Sept 17th
Studio assistant
Noodoll Ltd
Noodoll ltd produces a range of character-featured novelty products from toys, accessories, stationery to children's books. We sell in shops like Design museums, Playlounge, and Southbank centre.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Old street, London N1.
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of:
1. Retail show/Trade show set up & customer experience
2. Character product design + production
3. Using illustrator, Indesign and Photoshop software.
This placement would benefit a Graphic designer, illustrator and handmade fanatic!
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: YiYing Wang, the creative director.
Website: www.noodoll.com
To apply: please email hello@noodoll.com
Closing date: ongoing
Buying and Press Assistant
MILLETRE' LTD
Founded by sisters Valentina and Silvia Cangiano in the September 2008, Milletre is based on the principal ‘Made in Italy’ and offers the best of well known and international designers manufactured in the girls country of origin. The collections stocked are not easily found in London or the UK, and all the designers they represent they choose for the fine quality and craftsmanship of Italian production. The sisters are constantly scouting and researching for new labels and exclusive pieces to bring to their clientele who they like to present with a ‘style not just a brand’.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: MILLETRE' LTD 15 VICTORIA GROVE W85RW-LONDON
Experience gained: The student/graduate will be able to get both a general and specific understating of how a small but new dynamic fashion and retail company works and will be able also to follow the process and watch the development of project. If the student shows initiative they will be able to develop multi-tasking skills and will also gain a network of contacts: brands, pr, buying, visual, online website, administration, marketing etc..
Fashion business oriented students/graduates will benefit from the experience but also from the more creative fashion side or buying, styling, design..
Expenses:We cover travel expenses, food and usually if the student is good we give a little reward at the end of experience.
Supervision: CEOs Silvia Cangiano and Valentina Cangiano
Website: www.milletre.co.uk
To apply: please send your CV and covering letter at info@milletre.co.uk
Closing date: 15th September
Crochet/Knitwear Assistant
Gemma Marissa
Gemma Marissa Designs is a design company, specialising in knitted and crocheted accessories inspired by vintage fashions, nature and favourite childhood stories. From her home studio, Gemma Marissa produces hand made accessories, which are all made to the highest quality. Gemma Marissa Designs has also collaborated with many other designers, producing accessories for labels such as Neurotica and Michelle Lowe Holder for Fashion Week a/w 09 and s/s 10.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Nunhead, London
Experience gained: You will have the opportunity to be involved with producing crocheted accessories, as well as some research and sewing/embroidery tasks for Gemma Marissa's s/s 11 collection
This post will be ideal to someone that loves fashion and textiles and all things vintage!Gemma Marissa is a growing company, and this is a chance to help produce work used for many stylists/magazine shoots, as well as Fashion Week 2010/11.
Expenses:Travel expenses and lunch
Supervision: Head Designer Gemma Marissa
Website: www.gemmamarissa.co.uk
To apply: If you are interested, please email CV/questions you may have to:
gemmamarissa@hotmail.co.uk
Embroidery Dept Placement
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen is known for both the emotional power and raw collections. Integral to the McQueen culture is the juxtaposition between contrasting and emotional and even passionate viewpoint is realised with a profound respect and influence for the arts and crafts tradition. Alexander's collections combine an in-depth working knowledge of: bespoke British tailoring, the fine workmanship of the French Haute Couture atelier and the impeccable finish of Italian manufacturing.
Length of placement: Up to 4 weeks
Location:
Experience gained: Experience gained: The student could gain experience of the creative process: they would be able to get involved
Fashion, print, textile, graphics, illustration any sort of drawing-fine art courses are welcome
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Alessandro Canu, Embroidery Designer
To apply: alessandro.canu@uk.alexandermcqueen.com
Intern
Tze Goh
Recent graduate from Central St. Martins MA is setting up a design studio in London. For the designer's work, check out www.vogue.co.uk aw1011 Central Saint Martins MA looks 54-62
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Clerkenwell, London
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of pattern cutting, sewing,production, general studio assisstance as well as in house PR skills.
Fashion Design students
Fashion Marketing students
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Tze Goh - Director
To apply: tzegoh@gmail.com
Marketing, PR and Sales Assistant
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Dragana Perisic (Ref GIP029)
An independent designer specialising in well cut luxury womenswear with playful details. We also produce fabric jewellery, accessories and handbags. A unique opportunity has arisen for a graduate to assist the designer with marketing, PR and sales. We are a small company where the successful candidate will gain a strong insight into running a creative business.
Length of placement: 12 weeks - (Hours Wed to Sun) - 22nd Sept start
Location: Shoreditch
Experience gained: The graduate could gain experience of a vast variety of day-to-day creative business activities including digital marketing, visual merchandising and running a small independent boutique. This placement would benefit a graduate who is keen to run their own creative business and would like to gain exposure to organising events, liaising with designers and marketing a label.
Fashion with Marketing Graduate
• Visual merchandising of displays and feature rails
• Digital marketing including creation of mail shots to our customers
• Developing creative ideas to promote the company and writing press releases
• Using Facebook as a sales tool to generate interest in our brand
• Keeping up to date with press on up and coming stories
• Organise shop events including sales promotions and parties
• Research new artists in the creative industries
• Running a small boutique including assisting with sales and stock replenishment
• Communicating with suppliers and keeping check of shoes, bags and accessories
• Admin duties
• Target various shops and magazines
• Computer literate with good use of Adobe Suite
• Fashion, marketing and sales background
• Good communicator who is great with people
• A team player who is organized and able to get on with the job in hand
• You must be self motivated, punctual and enthusiastic
• It would suit someone who is creative, passionate and enjoys freedom of creative tasks
• Someone with a good technical fashion skills would have a great advantage: pattern cutting and sewing
• Awareness of the creative industry and be educated in Marketing and PR
• New media interest in blogs, podcasts and social networking sites
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Dragana Perisic
Website: www.draganaperisic.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP029). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Visual and Web Designer Intern
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Mendeley (Ref GIP094)
Mendeley is an emerging tech start-up that is revolutionizing how research is done. Our vision is to create a “Last.fm for Research”. Mendeley is funded by and working with some of the people who built Skype and Last.fm, as well as prominent academics from world-class universities. We have won the Plugg “European Start-Up of the Year” Award 2009, the TechCrunch Europas Award 2009 for “Best Social Innovation That Benefits Society”, were finalists at “The Next Web Start-Up of the Year” and ranked no. 6 in the most recent Guardian Tech Media Invest 100 (2009). We’re committed to building a cutting-edge technology company that makes a great product and is a place where people love to work!
Length of placement: 12 weeks (Hours 9.30-6.30pm)
Location: Clerkenwell
Experience gained: What we have to offer:
• A chance to gain a permanent position on our design team
• Work in a wide variety of digital design areas, on a project to make researchers’ and scientists’ lives happier
• First-hand experience in an exciting and fast-paced start-up environment
• A great time with a bright team guided by experienced entrepreneurs - bean bags, foosball table, free coffee/breakfast, Rock Band set and Friday Beer O’Clock!
What you'll be doing:
• Generating design implementations for web and desktop software
• Designing new or updated functionality with emphasis on usability
• Creating and outputting illustrations, icons and page furniture
• Maintaining and developing Mendeley’s visual style
• Being responsible for the layout and visual appearance of the company website, ensuring that brand continuity is maintained
• Working closely with developers to guide implementation and improve usability
What you should ideally bring:
A degree in graphic design, web design or online media.
• Visual flair, and experience in the area of visual & web design
• Experience using Photoshop/Illustrator or similar programs for layout and illustration
• Interest in, if not experience of, usability and user-centric design
• Knowledge of current web-design trends and techniques
• Attention to detail and an eye for visual consistency
• An understanding of the web development process – front-end web development skills using XHTML/CSS, a bonus
• A flexible attitude with motivation for learning and developing skills on the job, with support wherever possible
• Interest in science, technology or web start-up culture
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Juliet Rowley
Website: http://mendeley.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP094). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Marketing Intern
Miller Harris
Luxury fragrance brand Miller Harris is the expression of Lyn Harris's irreverent and eclectic style that brings together the finest quality raw materials with the artistry and instinct of a true perfumer.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Mayfair London
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of administration, marketing and events.
This role would be ideal for someone keen to gain insight into the workings of a niche, luxury perfumery as well as the Marketing functions within an independent fragrance house
Expenses:Travel expenses and £5 per day lunch allowance
Supervision: Supervised by Daisy Neville, Product Development Manager
Website: www.millerharris.com
To apply: To apply please send your cv and covering letter to daisy@millerharris.com
Closing date: 7 September 2010
Advertising Sales Internship
Cultureshock Media
Cultureshock Media is a custom publisher, content provider and production company which works across all media platforms. Cultureshock Media’s advertising sales team combines strong commercial experience with an in-depth grasp of the design and arts scene.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Vauxhall
Experience gained: The student/ graduate could gain experience of advertising sales across several arts, entertainment, culture and luxury magazine titles, specialising in online sales.
Cultureshock Media is looking for an enthusiastic person to gain work experience with the Advertising
Sales department. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an organised, resourceful and outgoing individual with previous online sales experience and an interest in online projects.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Emily Palmer, Advertising & Sales Manager
Website: www.cultureshockmedia.co.uk
To apply: please email em@cultureshockmedia.co.uk
Closing date: 30 September 2010
Fashion Intern
ISABELLA OLIVER
Womenswear high end maternity and non maternity range
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London NW5 6LB
Experience gained: The student/graduate can gain experience in sourcing fabrics, and helping with the development of seasonal range. Assisting the designer and technical department.
Fashion and Production Design - interest in fashion and construction
Expenses:Travel expenses
Supervision: Sarwar Bellwood - Garment Techologist
Marina South - Designer
Website: www.isabellaoliver.com
To apply: please email sarwat@isabellaoliver.com
Closing date: 14.09.10
Design studio placement
Lipsy
Lipsy is a well know fashion retailer with a reputation of responding quickly to trends and catwalk looks.
Length of placement: up to 4 weeks
Location: West end, London
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of sample cutting, garment construction, embellishment and admin work as well as an insight into the day to day running of the design room.
Fashion students and graduates with enthusiasm for high street fashion would benefit from this placement.
Placements will be starting in September 2010.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: The student or graduate will be supervised by Hayley Pritchard - Knitwear designer
Website: www.lipsy.co.uk
To apply: Please quote UAL design placement and send cover letters and CVs to recruitment@lipsy.co.uk and Hayley.Pritchard@lipsy.co.uk
Closing date: 17th September
Gallery Assistant Internship Position
Salon Gallery
The Salon Gallery is not your ordinary contemporary art gallery. It is dedicated to promoting the work of young graduates from the UK's top art schools. The gallery exhibits work from a select group of the most talented artists, who Samir Ceric (curator and co-owner of Salon Gallery) describes as needing to possess the wow factor He believes what is most important is to have a feel for the artist and their work. SaLon Gallery works closely over a period of time with these artists, visiting their studios and collaborating with Universities. One young graduate commends Samir for his enthusiasm and belief in the artists he works with, who tend to feel vulnerable in the commercial art scene. We want to promote our young talent, but not just to the traditional buyer or audience” Samir explains. “…we also want to get the public inspired”. The pieces exhibited in the gallery are far from traditional; it is original and emotive work, about discovering and representing self – identity, often making political and cultural statements.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Salon Gallery
Experience gained: Salon Gallery is pleased to offer a unique opportunity to all those interested in becoming professional art dealers, curators or gallerists.
An initial 1-month long programme will offer an opportunity to develop and perfect skills in curating, art dealing, artist career management & promotion & marketing of both a commercial gallery and the artists the gallery represents.
The programme is specifically catered for those with a desire to excel and succeed in the art world. Understanding art business (other than knowledge and understanding of the contemporary art market and history of art) or a strong will to master this discipline is a must.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: The gallery director, Samir Ceric and his assistant Stefanie Brand.
Website: www.saloncontemporary.com
To apply: All applicants must send a copy of their CV and a cover letter of no more than 500 words explaining why they are the perfect candidate to internship@saloncontemporary.com. For any further information please contact us on 020 7221 1650/1 or via email internship@saloncontemporary.com
Closing date: 31st August 2010
Sales Internship
Gomez-Gracia
Gomez-Gracia, a women’s British contemporary brand, encapsulates design experience through its exquisite clothing. Feminine, refined pieces with a rock and roll twist. Featuring body conscious, fresh and innovative silhouettes, the Gomez-Gracia signature appeals to women universally.
Length of placement: 2-3 weeks
Location: Notting Hill, London W11
Experience gained: The student will have the opportunity to help us prepare for the up coming trade show in New York- Coterie, by making sales calls to the US, researching target boutiques, and preparing email campaigns. This is a great chance to learn about the wholesale aspect of the industry.
This placement would suit someone who is interested in marketing and/or wholesale(sales).
Expenses:travel expenses only
Supervision: The student or graduate on placement will be supervised by Patricia Gomez-Gracia director and Eric Blake CFO.
Website: www.Gomez-Gracia.com
To apply: please email press@gomez-gracia.com
Closing date: none given
Fashion / Technical Internship
SILVINAMAESTRO
SILVINAMAESTRO is a new luxury label. The designer, Silvina , graduated from Central Saint Martins and has worked in the industry for several years companies like Givenchy in Paris where she assisted designer Riccardo Tisci, in Emilio de la Morena and Alexander McQueen amongst others. She has recently been selected as one of 10 finalists for the prestigious Fashion Fringe competition by John Galliano. The labels ethos is to promote pure creativity and drive fashion forwards. Her first collection has gained the attention of the international press with her designs appearing in magazines like Vogue.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Stoke Newington
London N16
Experience gained: The student will gain experience primarily in pattern making and sampling, however they will gain experience in all areas of a fashion design business and how the Spring - Summer 10 collection will be put together for London Fashion Week.
The successful candidate could be assisting the pattern cutter in her everyday duties such as: tracing patterns, toiling, technical drawings as well as daily studio organisation.
This placement would benefit a creative Fashion Design / Patter Cutting student with an in-depth knowledge of pattern cutting, technicals aspect of garments and illustrator.
Student must be flexible, organised, enjoy working as part of a team and be able to deal with working under pressure
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Silvina Maestro- Designer
Website: www.silvinamaestro.co.uk
To apply: contact@silvinamaestro.co.uk
Closing date: ASAP
Bunmi Koko
Bunmi Koko
Bunmi Koko was founded in March 2009 as a limited liability company by CEO Francis Udom and Creative Director Bunmi Olaye. The company currently specialises in a range of luxury womenswear including couture garments for bridalwear, eveningwear, formal day wear as well as two ready to wear collections per year. The clothes are sculptural, original and cut to both flatter and enhance the female form. Each piece is handmade with impeccable detailing to suit the client’s needs. The product & services portfolio also expands into Illustration (Fashion, Multi-Media, Bespoke, Stationary, Greeting Cards, Personal Sketchbook, Books and Exhibition), which stems from the creative director’s artistic background. Illustrations can be used on large variety of mediums such as book covers, CD covers, Movie posters, editorials, advertising, merchandise (invitations) and special commissions.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Bunmi Koko Ltd
Knowledge Dock Business Centre
University of East London
University Way
London E16 2RD
Experience gained: The student or graduate could gain experience of projects for London Fashion Week, international marketing strategies, styling for a photoshoot or direct sales. As the company is still growing there is a lot of opportunity for interns to make a real contribution and to develop their skills on live projects.
This opportunity would benefit students/graduates with skills in Fashion Design, Fashion Illustration, Fashion Graphic Designer, Pattern Cutting, Sample Machinist, Sales, Marketing, Web Design/ Development, Project Engineers/Mechanical Engineers/Project Management, Fashion Photographers, Admin, Stylists or Public Relations.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervised by Francis Udom (CEO) and Bunmi Olaye (Creative Director)
Website: www.bunmikoko.com
To apply: Email: francis.udom@bunmikoko.com
Closing date: None Given
Paid Machinist internship
Dragana Perisic
A small independent designer specialising in well cut luxury womenswear with playful details. We also produce fabric jewellery and handbags. Our studio has a friendly, informal and busy atmosphere - it is located below our shop just off Brick Lane. For more info about the label and the shop please see our website.
Length of placement: 6 weeks
Location: 30 Cheshire Street, London, E2 6EH.
Experience gained: The student could gain experience in sewing samples and producing garments in our studio.
This opportunity would benefit an independent BA or MA student with initiative who has good industrial/domestic machine sewing skills, knowledge of garment construction and hand sewing skills.
Expenses:£5.80/hour
Supervision: Supervised by Designer Dragana Perisic, and her assistant Jay Ladva.
Website: www.draganaperisic.com
To apply: Please email a CV and covering letter to info@draganaperisic.com
Closing date: 30th August
Graphic + Web Designer AND Web Developer
monKiKi
monKiKi is a creative agency specialising in the digital media. Our focus is on communications, applying branding, identity & good old graphic design to the new interactive & Time-based media.
Length of placement: 4 Weeks
Location: East London
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working in a small creative company and being hands on throughout the whole design & development process.
This opportunity would benefit either Graphic Design, Digital Media, Motion Graphics, Film students or graduates or Software Engineering, Computer Science, Web Development students or graduates with some software skills e.g. Illustrator, Photoshop & Dreamweaver; Aftereffect, Maya, Final Cut Pro & Nuke; HTML, Javascript & PHP , etc,etc.
We are NOT looking for an expert in these software but someone who is willing to explore, experience and learn. And of course the will to explore your creativity!
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervised by Henry Ho - Creative Director
Website: monkiki.co
To apply: Email: enquiry@monkiki.co
Closing date: on going
Bloggers/writers
FashBashSoundClash
FashBashSoundClash is an event run by DJ Nikki Beatnik and fashion designer Walé Adeyemi. It that takes place during London Fashion Week and we have a street style/fashion/music blog.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London, E1
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of writing for a blog, taking street style pictures and possibly assisting in organising the event in September.
This placement would benefit someone who is studying for a degree in journalism, promotion, marketing or similar degree.
We are looking for someone who is interested in fashion and music who is comfortable taking street style pictures of people around London and enjoy writing. Good spelling and grammar is essential.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: The student will be supervised by Kaja, marketing manager.
Website: www.fashbashsoundclash.blogspot.com
To apply: Please send your CV and cover letter to kaja@fashaddict.co.uk explaining why you want to write for FashBashSoundClash.
Closing date: 10th September
Paid internship
Dragana Perisic
A small independent designer specialising in well cut luxury womenswear with playful details. We also produce fabric jewellery, accessories and handbags. Our studio has a friendly, informal and busy atmosphere - it is located below our shop just off Brick Lane so the student would get a real idea of what it is like to run a small business from design through to merchandising. For more info about the label and the shop please see our website.
Length of placement: 6 weeks
Location: 30 Cheshire Street, London, E2 6EH
Experience gained: The student will be involved in every aspect of the the business including garment construction, hand sewing, pattern cutting, general administrative duties and any jobs that come up. There is no fixed routine; each day is different in our busy studio...
Graduate or current student studying fashion design or fabric design. Computer skills such as Photoshop/Illustrator are an advantage. The student should be reliable and most importantly motivated and enthusiastic.
Expenses:£5.80/hour
Supervision: Work will be supervised directly by the designer, Dragana Perisic, and her assistant Jay Ladva.
Website: www.draganaperisic.com
To apply: Please email a CV and cover letter to info@draganaperisic.com
Closing date: 30th August
Press Intern
CCD PR
We are a small Health and Beauty PR company based in the heart of Soho. We specialise in natural products and look after a range of brands from Herbal Tea and Supplements, to high end make up brands.
Length of placement: 2 - 4 weeks
Location: Soho, Central London
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of scanning national media for coverage, compiling press cuttings, visiting different magazines on press visits, brainstorming ideas for celebrity placement and features, as well as learning how a small PR agency works.
A fashion PR student/graduate would benefit from this. Although we are a health and beauty company, we pitch ideas to all publications including glossies, monthlies and fashion weeklies.
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: The student/graduate will be supervised by Alexandra Haddow, Junior Account Executive.
Website: www.ccdpr.com
To apply: Contact Alexandra Haddow on 0207 434 4100, or alexandra@ccdpr.com
Closing date: Ongoing
Studio/Office Assistant
FUTURE CLASSICS©
Contemporary womenswear label which shows at London and Paris Fashion Weeks.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London, EC2A
Experience gained: Students/graduates will gain experience working in a busy, creative environment, with an emphasis on the daily running of the studio.
Tasks could include:
*Working closely with the Studio Assistant in all areas of running of the studio.
*Assisting with Press, Online Sales, Stock Control, and general Administrative work.
*CAD; including use of Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office.
Must have good I.T skills and knowledge of the above programs; be reliable and able to show initiative.
Please note that this is not a design/technical position, and is open to students or graduates from all Fashion/Business degree pathways. As places are very competitive priority will be given to candidates with previous studio experience.
Expenses:Travel costs for zone 1 & 2 covered.
Supervision: The student/graduate on placement will be supervised by Kate Underwood, Studio Assistant
Website: www.futureclassicsfashion.com
To apply: Please submit your CV and short covering letter by email to info@futureclassicsfashion.com
Closing date: none given
assistant jewellery maker
Jacey Withers Jewellery
Unique, themed semi-precious jewellery designed and made in London
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Jacey Withers, Lighthouse Space, 73, Shacklewell Lane, Dalston London, E82EB
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of basic jewellery making with silver and semi-precious stones, aswell as working with stockists and suppliers.
jewellery, sculpture, 3d.
Students must be fairly ambidextrous.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: jacey Withers Design Directior
Website: www.jaceywithers.com
To apply: jc_withers@hotmail.com
Closing date: 10/9/2010
Camera Assistant/Studio Assistant
Georgia Hudson. Artist Film Maker and Art Director
Georgia Hudson is a London Based film maker, directing both fashion films and music videos along with portrait and art based film and video projects.
Also working as an Art Director, designing and building installations for presentations for London Fashion Week and building sets for film and video projects.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Studio in South East London (Peckham). But also on various shoot locations.
Experience gained: The placement would ask of a flexibility of ability(!)
There is general assisting work on shoots. Camera assisting - I use a canon 7d so student can become familiar with said camera and a large range of lenses, often working on fun projects. Editing etc.
Also working with Bolex camera, using 16mm.
And importantly coming up is London fashion week, where I have a large scale installation to make and install. So sculptural ability and interest in installation/soundscape is a plus.
All fine art/film students.
Expenses:Travel expenses and lunch
Supervision: Georgia Hudson
Freelance Film Maker and Director, Art Director.
To apply: To apply please email with a littlgeorgiahudson@mac.com
Closing date: 5th sept 2010
Marketing Internship - Anlayst
Elesias Ventures
We are a boutique strategy firm specialising in innovation, investments and exits. One of our major projects right now is opening a Day Spa in London.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: 37 Camden High Street,
London,
NW1 7JE
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working on live project - a DAY SPA in LONDON.
Within any organisation marketing & branding are essential for success. We’re looking for an enthusiastic person to work with our core team to help develop brand identity and a marketing strategy. Typical tasks will include creative input, identification of marketing distribution channels and strategy plan for implementation.
(For more information please email info (at) elesiasventures (dot) com)
The ideal candidate is someone who is aware of brand identity in organisations and understands the significance it can have on business.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Owais Peer - Director
Ronald Cummings-John - Director
Website: www.elesiasventures.com/join-our-team
To apply: info@elesiasventures.com
Closing date: 11/10/10
PR / Social Media Internship - Analyst
Elesias Ventures
We are a boutique strategy firm specialising in innovation, investments and exits. One of our major projects right now is opening a Day Spa in London.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: 37 Camden High Street,
London,
NW1 7JE
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working on live project - a DAY SPA in LONDON.
Social media and PR are becoming increasingly key elements of business growth. Typical tasks will include developing a PR strategy, establishing online PR and representing the brand where necessary.
For more information please email info (at) elesiasventures (dot) com.
We’re looking for someone with excellent written / verbal communication skills and who keeps in touch with the world of beauty PR (for example, regularly reading beauty & lifestyle magazines)
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Owais Peer - Director
Ronald Cummings-John - Director
Website: www.elesiasventures.com/join-our-team
To apply: info@elesiasventures.com
Closing date: 11/10/10
Design Internship - Creative Assistant
Elesias Ventures
We are a boutique strategy firm specialising in innovation, investments and exits. One of our major projects right now is opening a Day Spa in London.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: 37 Camden High Street,
London,
NW1 7JE
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working on live project - a DAY SPA in LONDON.
Within any organisation branding & design is essential for success. We’re looking for a creative person to provide input into interior design and branding for the day spa. This is a live project and typical tasks will include elements of graphic design, liaising with architecture firms or design agencies (alongside management team) and ensuring brand is in line throughout the organisation.
Note: Again, this is a LIVE project and means that any relevant input will have tangible results.
(For more information please email info (at) elesiasventures (dot) com)
This internship would be ideal for a junior designer/student who wants to gain an insight into business and how a customer interacts with design/architecture agencies.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Mr Owais Peer - Director.
Ronald-Cummings-John - Director.
Website: www.elesiasventures.com/join-our-team
To apply: info@elesiasventures.com
Closing date: 11/10/10
Illustrator / Sketcher
Fantastica
Fantastica is a hand printed in London cotton clothing line.
The collection is sold online at http://www.fantasticalondon.com and also in independent boutiques.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Bethnal Green, E1, London
Experience gained: We are looking for students/graduates who would be interested in work experience helping to develop illustrations in the label's spirit for its range of t-shirts and underwear sets.
It is a great chance to follow the creation of a clothes collection, the successful candidate will work closely with the designer and will be named in the "collaboration" website section with a link to his/her work.
Would be beneficial if you have a creative head and be able to adjust the mood and style accordingly the label's vision.
Expenses:Food & London Travel Expenses
Supervision: Veronica Loreiro, Designer Director will supervise the student on placement.
Website: http://www.fantasticalondon.com
To apply: Please email work to mail@fantasticalondon.com
PHP MySQL HTML developer & Online Marketing specialist
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Dogs2Mogs (Ref GIP092)
Dogs2mogs is UK's largest online pet care recruitment agency and service providers based in Hoxton, London. Recognised within our industry as pet care leaders, and manage over 2,000 registered and accredited pet care professionals in London alone, we provide the highest level of accredited professionals and solutions to pet owners throughout London and the UK.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Hoxton
Experience gained: The selected candidate will be given an opportunity to excel in web programming and digital marketing, achieving a number of learning outcomes will be achieved, giving the candidate experience and involvement at an advanced level which would be offered normally at senior level.
Technical skills:
• PHP, MySQL, HTML Programming
• Database programming
• Web Site Design
• Coding
• Web & Project Management
• Website Administration
• HTML Email Design and Campaign Management
• Social Media Marketing and Design
Website Administration:
• Dealing with clients' day-to-day website queries
• Identifying and fixing an web problems & bugs
• Database management
• Uploading content to CSM
• Working with internal web developers, management of clients' web development projects.
HTML Email Design:
• Assisting with designing email campaigns
• Email Campaign Management
• Design and testing of HTML
Online & Social Media Marketing
• SEO & PPC campaign management
• Directory submission
• Link building
• Assisting with blogs & forum submission
• Creating online marketing campaigns
• Assisting with design and executing campaigns across various on-going social media campaigns and online marketing spectrums.
You will be required to take on full responsibility of in-house PHP development working under the supervision of our external web support team (design consultant and coding professional). Where you will be required to create website content, and back-end services; you will take an active role in developing online presence under direction from the management team, deal with all aspects of online marketing including SEO, link building, search engine & social networking marketing, blogging, forum). The ability to analyse existing code to take over from the earlier developments is a must.
Essential Skills required:
• Excellent communication and numerical skills are a must.
• The follow instruction and work independently.
• Extensive knowledge is desired in PHP, MySQL, HTML and Database programming.
• An in-depth working knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs such as Flash, Fireworks, Photoshop, Illustrator and Dreamweaver.
• 2:1 Degree or above in a relevant field (Computer Science, Software Engineering, etc) or fluent in PHP skills, with at least 1 year practical experience.
• Preference will be given to those who demonstrate an enhanced knowledge of the online marketing, Social Media and general online trends such as Applications, SEO, link building and online administration of blogs and forums.
Desirable Skills:
• Mobile and web applications, Wordpress, CMS systems are highly desirable and will be given preference over those that do not have such skills.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Chauntel Preddie
Website: www.dogs2mogs.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP092). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: 6th September 2010
PR/Marketing Placement
OneU
OneU is a new men's clothing label about to launch, seeking talented individuals for its marketing campaign.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Manor House
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of working in a practical environment, where he/she will be participating in the launch of a new fashion business.
This opportunity would benefit, and is specifically targeted at a PR, Communications or Marketing student or graduate.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Salah Yusuf
Creative Director
To apply: please email your CV to salah@oneu.co.uk
Closing date: 05/09/2010
Motion Graphic designer
Lemonade money
Lemonade Money is a young, dynamic television production company . We are currently working on the second seies of an urban music video that will be broadcast on BBC2 weekly.
Length of placement: up to 4 weeks
Location: Soho/ Shoreditch
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working in a dynamic fastpaced environment on high profile projects.
The duties and responsibilities given would depend on the skill of the individual but you will be assisting the head VFX designer on the graphics for the show. This would be a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to work in motion graphics for broadcast.
This would benefit a motion graphics or animation student or graduate. Candidates must be proficient in Adobe After Effects and the rest of the creative suite. Any experience with Cinema 4d would be a bonus.
Expenses:Travel expenses and lunch
Supervision: James Harford, Head VFX Designer
Website: www.lemonademoney.tv
To apply: Please email beej@lemonademoney.tv including links to your showreell or any recent relevant work.
Design Assistant
A Gift From The Gods
We are a niche boutique lifestyle brand with a unique sub-culture heritage which has organically grown into a multi-channel business. We exclusively design and produce young women’s fashion, handbags, accessories and footwear for today’s urban goddess.
Length of placement: 4 weeks, could become permanent if successful
Location: Canary Wharf
Westferry Studios (adjacent Westferry DLR station)
E14
Experience gained: You will gain experience in researching trends, preparing moodboards, product development, range planning, product sampling and various critical path tasks.
You will have good Illustrator and Photoshop skills, good drawing skills and be passionate about the high street with commercial awareness.
Expenses:Expenses paid. National Minimum Wage rates (currently £5.80 per hour) become payable after 4 weeks
Supervision: Louise Hunter - Design Manager
Website: www.agiftfromthegods.com
To apply: Please send cv and any samples of work to jane@agiftfromthegods.com
Design Intern
Bravado International Group Limited
Part of Universal Music Group International and based in West London, Bravado is the worlds leading music merchandise company. They acquire and actively promote merchandise rights for UK and International music acts, celebrities, brands and entertainment properties including The Rolling Stones, Lady Gaga, Rianna and Justin Bieber. Bravado work across areas including high street fashion, retail, touring and e-commerce.
Length of placement: 6 months
Location: Chiswick
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working in a busy and lively design studio and develop skills in many areas.
The successful candidate would be responsible for:
Examining Bravado’s roster and matching artists with relevant retailers requiring an understanding of our artists and retailers
Understanding the consumers' expectations
Suggesting garment styles, shapes, fabrics and finishes
Creating presentations
General studio admin
This is a creative role with a bias towards fashion and product development.
We are looking for a candidate with an understanding of the high street and an ability to understand market demographics.
The successful candidate will possess strong Mac skills with previous experience of using Photoshop and Illustrator.
Expenses:£7.66/hour
Supervision: Chris Church
Creative Director
To apply: please email silvia.gargiulo@umusic.com
Intern
Halston
Iconic American Womenswear label showing at New York Fashion Week. Design studio is now based in London under creative direction of Marios Schwab.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: 23 Charlotte Rd
1st Floor
London
EC2A 3PB
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience in all fields of collection development. They will have the opportunity to gain experience in: research, design, pattern making, footwear, fabrics, prints, knitwear, fittings.
A dedicated fashion student/graduate who is IT literate would benefit most from this placement. The studio is very intimate so the student must be mature and focused.
Expenses:£10 a day
Supervision: Pippa Ninol - Studio Manager
Cristina Guerrero - Head of Fabrics
Website: www.halston.com
To apply: please email halstonstudio@gmail.com
Closing date: interviewing till 8th Sept
Designer/ Artworker
FriendsOfOurs
FriendsOfOurs create digital consumer experiences that get themselves found, enjoyed and acted on.
Experiences that help contemporary brand owners start a dialogue with their consumers: one that captures the spirit of your brand and turns those consumers into fans.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Dalston, E8
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of assisting the Creative Director with the artwork for a pitch. The internship will also offer the candidate the opportunity to showcase their existing skills whilst learning and gaining new web and digital experience.
This position would suit a graphic, interaction or product design student/graduate.
It's also a great opportunity for a recent graduate or someone excited about digital and the web.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Kamyar Keshmiri, Creative Director
Website: http://www.friendsofours.com/
To apply: Please send CV and a short cover letter to emma@friendsofours.com
Closing date: 2 Sept. 2010
Fashion PR & Marketing Intern
Fashion156.com
Fashion156.com, the award nominated online style magazine was listed in the Top 10 Online Fashion Magazines, alongside vogue.com and the NY Times. We concentrate on new emerging talent and all that is fashion forward.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Islington, London, N1
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of PR and the marketing requirements of a niche online business, and how to conceptualise and implement creative solutions.
This opportunity would benefit students/graduates with dynamically creative ideas and who are studying marketing and PR related courses.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Guy Hipwell - Founding Editor
Website: www.fashion156.com
To apply: Please email guy@fashion156.com, your CV, cover letter and propose a concept that you feel could generate additional interest in Fashion156.com. Applications that do not include this information will unfortunately not be processed.
Closing date: asap
Design Assistant
Oliver Spencer
The Oliver Spencer label mixes quintessential English style with quirky flourishes and is a cult brand favoured by a broad range of men, on an international level.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: 62 Lambs Conduit Street
London WC1N 3LW
Experience gained: The student would gain experience in men's design, fabrics, sampling and production.
A student/graduate on a menswear fashion or knitwear design course who wants to learn about the whole process would benefit most from this placement.
Expenses:£30 per day incl travel expenses
Supervision: The student/graduate will work with Oliver Spencer and be supervised by Marina Wallrock, both Directors.
Website: www.oliverspencer.co.uk
To apply: Please email CV and covering letter to marina@favourbrook.com
Marketing Intern
Sotheby's Institute of Art
For forty years Sotheby's Institute of Art has been preparing students for careers in the international art world.
Our vision is to be universally acknowledged as the premier provider of advanced object-based art education, whose graduates combine passion for the visual arts with scholarship and market sophistication in order to flourish as leaders in the international art world.
Our degrees are awarded by the University of Manchester in the UK and combine professional training with academic study.
Length of placement: 3 days a week for 3 months
Location: 30,Bedford Square,
London,
WC1B 3EE
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of supporting the marketing delivery across various media for the institute, across the varying aspects of the Institutes academic and business interests within the world of Art.
Candidates will only be considered if over 18 years of age with a minimum of 3 A-Levels or equivalent. Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory, other languages besides English a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint is needed as well as experience of using information management systems and of conducting internet-based research.
Successful candidates will be well-presented and have a demonstrated ability to multi task. There will be a three-week trial period to ensure that the candidate and department work well together
Expenses:£6.00 per hour
Supervision: Claire Brown
Global Marketing Director
Website: http://www.sothebysinstitute.com/london-home.html
To apply: please email careerslondon@sothebysinstitute.com
Closing date: 10/9/2010
Public Programmes Intern
Sotheby's Institute of Art
For forty years Sotheby's Institute of Art has been preparing students for careers in the international art world.
Our vision is to be universally acknowledged as the premier provider of advanced object-based art education, whose graduates combine passion for the visual arts with scholarship and market sophistication in order to flourish as leaders in the international art world.
Our degrees are awarded by the University of Manchester in the UK and combine professional training with academic study.
Length of placement: 3 months
Location: 30,Bedford Square,
London,
WC1B 3EE
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of supporting the design, marketing and delivery of short courses and tailor-made corporate courses. The interns will be involved in initiatives such as course planning, reaching new customers, responding to clients queries, as well as support during course delivery. Interns will gain exposure to the day to day activities of the Institute and the role it plays within the art world. They will have the opportunity to attend lectures, and meet participants and speakers.
Sotheby's Institute of Art - London Public Programmes internships are open to candidates who display an interest in art, education or business.
Candidates will only be considered if over 18 years of age with a minimum of 3 A-Levels or equivalent. Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory, other languages besides English a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint is needed as well as experience of using information management systems and of conducting internet based research.
Successful candidates will be well-presented, have a demonstrated ability to multi task and work well under pressure.
Expenses:£6.00 per hour
Supervision: Gillian McIllwaine
Public Programmes Manager
Please note: Due to volume of applications, we are only able to respond to those chosen for interview.
Website: http://www.sothebysinstitute.com/london-home.html
To apply: please email careerslondon@sothebysinstitute.com
Closing date: 8/9/2010
General Assistant
Fantastica
Fantastica is a hand printed in London cotton clothing line.
The collection is sold online at http://www.fantasticalondon.com and also in independent boutiques.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Bethnal Green, E1
Experience gained: In general, the student/graduate would gain a great insight of a small independent company; this could include helping with press releases, contacting potential customers and assisting in future photo shootings.
The placement will start inmediately.
We are looking for students/graduates who are interested in voluntary work experience.
The successful candidate will work closely with the designer helping in the marketing and distribution departments, they will be given a 'hands-on' role in the company.
Would be beneficial if you have communication skills and has well developed initiative.
Expenses:London travel and food expenses are covered by the company.
Supervision: Veronica Loreiro, Designer Director will supervise the student on placement.
Website: http://www.fantasticalondon.com
To apply: please send a CV and covering letter to mail@fantasticalondon.com
Assistant to Sam Ubhi
Sam Ubhi
An award winning accessories company, renowned for creating beautiful hand made jewellery and bags, based in South London.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: The studio
10-12 Glenburnie Rd
London SW17 7PJ
Experience gained: The student/graduate would gain invaluable experience in the running of a successful growing company, help in the day to day running of the business. They could be involved with: answering phone, assisting with press call-in's/returns, help organize trade shows,upload images/info onto the website, admin etc.
This position would suit a student/graduate with a strong interest in fashion who is looking to gain hands on experience within the business. Ideally we are looking for someone who is motivated, organized, confident, articulate and computer literate, and be able to work within a team.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Sam Ubhi: Creative director.
Website: www.samubhi.com
To apply: please email info@samubhi.com with CV and covering letter including email address. Only successful applicants will be notified.
Closing date: n/a
FASHION PRINT Intern
Alexander McQueen
Luxury fashion house
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Clerkenwell, London
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of working within a fast-paced creative studio learning a variety of techniques in developing prints and fabrics for fashion. The placement would be invaluable to the candidate as unlike most placements, they will work closely with the design team and gain an insight into the whole process starting from research until showtime.
This opportunity would benefit Fine arts, textile and fashion print- and graphic students or graduates. Men's and Women's Fashion Design students or graduates could also benefit from this opportunity. The candidate should be very organized and drawing and/or computer skills would be beneficial, as well as an understanding of colours and an interest in fashion.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Assistant Print Designer, Torunn Myklebust would supervise the student on the placement. For all official matters the Studio Manager, Ambrita Shahani
Website: www.alexandermcqueen.com
To apply: please email torunn.myklebust@uk.alexandermcqueen.com
Closing date: Mid September
MA in Art Business - Programme support
Sotheby's Institute of Art
For forty years Sotheby's Institute of Art has been preparing students for careers in the international art world.
Our vision is to be universally acknowledged as the premier provider of advanced object-based art education, whose graduates combine passion for the visual arts with scholarship and market sophistication in order to flourish as leaders in the international art world.
Our degrees are awarded by the University of Manchester in the UK and combine professional training with academic study.
Length of placement: Thur / Fri each week until Dec 2010
Location: 30 Bedford Square
London
WC1B 3EE
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working in an academic, professional environment,access to visits and administrative duties.
Ideally we would like someone who already lives in London, fluent in English and have a degree.
The position would suit a recent graduate.
Expenses:£6.00 per hour
Supervision: Laura Harris
MA in Art Business programme coordinator
Website: http://www.sothebysinstitute.com/london-home.html
To apply: please email careerslondon@sothebysinstitute.com
Closing date: 31st August 2010
Previously advertised opportunities
Studio Assistant
New Power Studio
New Power Studio are a young menswear company focused on a fashion forward but casual aesthetic. After producing three widely acclaimed collections they are now due to show their fourth season as part of the MAN fashion show this September. NPS use film, street casting and installation to support collections and exhibit their research concept as a whole.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Hoxton/Dalston. Nearest tube stations Highbury & Islington or Old Street - both 10 minute bus ride away.
Experience gained: The student/graduate should expect to gain experience in pattern cutting & design, sewing toiles, sample construction and fabric/sample sourcing. As an integral part of a small team the student/graduate would experience the realisation of a collection from research through construction to a final collection and show.
This placement would benefit a student/graduate with previous experience in a fashion studio who is hardworking and motivated as well as excited by the work that New Power Studio are producing.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Thom Murphy, Head of Company.
Website: www.newpowerstudio.com
To apply: Please forward a cv and your availability to olivia@newpowerstudio.com
Fashion Internship
NEUROTICA
Neurotica is a London based fashion label specialising in intricate, delicate illustrations hand-printed on custom wovens, superfine jersey and silky lightweight cashmere.
Neurotica is worn by the likes of Lily Allen, Daisy Lowe, Leona Lewis, Santogold and Natasha Khan.
We are currently stocked in boutiques all over the world in Japan, Hong Kong, U.S.A, Italy, France, Russia and of course the U.K and we have a concession at the Oxford Circus flagship branch of Topshop.
Length of placement: 4 weeks - unpaid
Location: EAST LONDON
Experience gained: The successful student would gain experience in a very hands-on and hard working studio environment.
The placement will be quite involving and you will learn a lot about how we develop our collections (from research to sampling) and also the production process.
The areas you will gain most experience of will be draping, pattern making, toiling and sampling. Other areas covered will be sourcing trims, undertaking research, liaising with factories.
There may be opportunities for the student/graduate to spend a day or two in the print studio, sampling for our A/W11/12 collection and also printing for current production.
Would suit a fashion student or graduate with an interest in print/textiles, who is a capable pattern maker and pattern cutter. Attention to detail and ability to use your own initiative are key.
It would also be beneficial if you have sewing skills and are confident in problem solving as design development, toiling and fittings all take place in-house.
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Katy Murray - Studio Manager and Designer
Website: Www.thisisneurotica.co.uk
To apply: Please send a CV and covering letter/email to katy@thisisneurotica.co.uk
Closing date: 06/09/2010
Work experience / internship position
Cable & Wireless Communications Plc
Cable & Wireless Communications is a full-service telecommunications business. We operate leading telecommunications businesses through four regional units – the Caribbean, Panama, Macau and Monaco & Islands. Our services include mobile, broadband and domestic and international fixed line services in most of our markets as well as pay-TV, data centre and hosting, carrier and managed service solutions. Our operations are focused on providing our customers – consumers, businesses, governments – with world-class service. We are the market leader in most products we offer and territories we serve. For more information visit www.cwc.com.
Length of placement: upto 4 weeks
Location: Central London
Experience gained: Work experience / internship position – Brand & Communications
Central London-based
Cable & Wireless Communications, a global full-service communications business, is offering short-term internships within its Brand & Communications team.
We are a truly international company. Our business spans 38 countries, and serves more than 10 million customers with mobile, fixed-line, broadband, enterprise telecom and pay-TV services.
The Brand & Communications team is based in our headquarters in Central London, and operates on a group-wide basis.
Interns will support our public relations, internal communications and corporate brand activities. You will also have an opportunity to work on a variety of projects, helping to serve the corporate centre, as well as our international business units. It will provide an insight and grounding for those seeking a career in corporate communications, branding or PR.
The internship will suit undergraduates or graduates looking for work experience with paid expenses.
Students/graduates with an interest in public relations, communications, brand and internal comunications should apply.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Lachlan Johnston
Director of External Communications & Brand
Website: www.cwc.com
To apply: Interested candidates should write to sonal.solanki@cwc.com with a brief letter of application setting out why you are interested in an internship, and a CV.
Marketing Internship
Vivid Brand
Shopper Marketing Agency
Length of placement: 2 Weeks
Location: WC1N London
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of and contribute to all departments within our company (Account Management, Creative and New Business) to gain an education of how a shopper marketing campaign evolves. This will be dependent on specialist areas/interests.
Creative Marketing students and those with experience in Copywriting could benefit from this placement.
Expenses:£200/week pro rata (minus travel expenses)
Supervision: Miss Zoe Middleton: Account Executive.
Website: www.vividbrand.com
To apply: please email reception@vividbrand.com
Closing date: 10/09/10 - Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Fashion PR Intern
Felicities Ltd
Felicities is a well respected boutique agency based in London, specialising in PR and business management for fashion, music and creative companies and brands.
Length of placement: From 1 week up to 4 weeks
Location: At Felicities Designer Showroom in Shoreditch and at various venues during London Fashion Week
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of practical working - hands on - in a small team within a fashion PR agency.
Our internships are aimed at helping talented individuals, with an interest in public relations, to develop some practical experience of the business. While there is no guarantee of a permanent appointment with Felicities after an internship the experience gained should equip people with some solid work experience which will substantially enhance their employment prospects within the industry
Students/graduates who have an interest in fashion, or who are looking to understand what a PR agency does would benefit from this placement.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Alison Lowe
Managing Director
Website: www.felicities.co.uk
To apply: please email alison@felicities.co.uk
PR work placement
Nico Didonna
Nico Didonna is a unisex high-end fashion label with a boutique and in house design studio in the heart of Soho. Nico Didonna mixes traditional tailoring techniques with current silhouettes to create luxurious and unique garments.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Nico Didonna boutique
16a D'Arblay Street
London
W1F 8EA
Experience gained: The student/graduate would gain experience of working as part of a small design team to produce promotional material such as the invites and seasonal Look book for Spring/Summer collection to be presented at London Fashion Week in September.
They will be working closely with the designer assisting with ideas, layouts and overall visualisation.
The student/graduate that would benefit from this placement would ideally be studying/completed a degree in a relevant subject i.e. Fashion Marketing or relevant work experience in this area. It would be beneficial if they are well organised, have a confident and pleasant phone manner and have knowledge of CAD (Photoshop/Illustrator).
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Nico Didonna - Designer
Website: www.nicodidonna.com
To apply: please send CV and Cover letter to Info@ nico-d.com
Closing date: 03/09/10
Passionate Creatives
Inonectima
Inonectima is going to present the first design cafe exhibition during LDF 20th Sept-3d Oct. It features the works of more than 15 emerging Artists/Designers from the Universities all across the UK. Expect unique furniture, video screenings, puppet theatre and more!
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Camden and Holborn
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of preparing and running a pop-up gallery cafe, developing and executing inventive & effective marketing campaigns, rasing interest of the audience to try out extraordinary Design pieces, recording the development of the campaign's progress, and dealing with press and pitching the news to local media.
Marketing & PR or anyone interested in promoting the events
Expenses:travel expenses only
Supervision: Maria - Art Director
Website: www.inonectima.com
To apply: maria@inonectima.com
Closing date: ongoing
Production Assistant
Laura Holmes Productions
Laura Holmes Productions is a growing fashion orientated creative production company based in Islington. Previous clients include Another Magazine, British Vogue, Wallpaper, Diesel and Loewe.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Highbury & Islington
Experience gained: The student would gain experience of working on the productions of stills and film shoots and events from concept to completion for a busy growing fashion orientated creative production company.
We are looking for a student who ideally would be looking at going into fashion production. The student would need to be ready to work in a fast-paced environment, have a can do attitude and extremely organised.
Expenses:Travel subject to reason and lunch will be paid daily.
Supervision: Laura Holmes - director.
Website: http://www.lauraholmesproduction.com/
To apply: info@lauraholmesproduction.com
Closing date: 10/09/10
Studio intern
Les Chiffoniers
Les Chiffoniers is a Luxury creative women wear label raised in London.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Hackney, East London, UK
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of understanding how to make garment and preparing a collection. The role could include copying/cutting pattern, cutting toile, doing some alterations (sewing buttons for example).
Role includes as well assisting the studio with various things such as providing assistance on admin duties. Sourcing fabric/trims in town as per designer request.
Dedicated, hard worker, reliable, motivated to work with a great team.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Miss Similu - Creative Director
Website: www.leschiffoniers.com
To apply: mia@leschiffoniers.com
Studio Assistant Intern
Qasimi
The label has been going since 2008. We are currently focusing on menswear. We show at Paris fashion week.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Dalston
London
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of assisting the design team in producing a collection. The student must have understanding of computers as they will be producing the design specs with Adobe software.
Interest in fashion
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Tomomi- Studio manager
Website: www.qasimi.com
To apply: georgie@qasimi.com
Closing date: 22 September 2010
Studio Assistant
Future Classics
Contemporary womenswear label which shows at London and Paris Fashion Weeks.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: EC2A
Experience gained: Students/graduates will gain experience working in a busy, creative environment.
Tasks could include:
*Working with the studio team in all aspects of collection development
*Pattern drafting and toile making – machine and hand sewing
*General admin work / assisting with the daily running of the studio
*CAD; Illustrator/photoshop
Must gave technical skills in pattern cutting, making and garment construction and CAD with good I.T. skills, and be hardworking and adaptable.
Please note places are very competitive and priority will be given to candidates with previous studio experience.
Expenses:Travel costs for zone 1 & 2 covered.
Supervision: Emma Doyle, Studio & Design.
Website: www.futureclassicsfashion.com
To apply: Please submit your CV and short covering letter by email to:
info@futureclassicsfashion.com
Due to volume of applications, we are only able to respond to those chosen for interview.
Fashion Writer - Intern
Fashion156.com
Fashion156.com, the award nominated online style magazine was listed in the Top 10 Online Fashion Magazines, alongside vogue.com and the NY Times. We concentrate on new emerging talent and all that is fashion forward.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Number 1, 24 Old Royal Free Square, Islington, London, N1 0YH
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of how a fashion forward online title produces daily blog posts, features and monthly issues.
As we are a small team there will be opportunities to attend shoots, London Fashion Week and observe all areas of our production.
A student or graduate who is obsessed with emerging trends, the avant-garde, new emerging talent and the new designers breaking through in London, would benefit from this placement.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervised by Guy Hipwell - Founding Editor/Creative Director
Website: fashion156.com
To apply: email info@fashion156.com with a post you feel is suitable for inclusion on the fashion156 blog. Please note we cannot process applications that do not include this information.
Closing date: asap
Studio assistant
oliver knipe
Brand new label doing its first collection for this coming London Fashion Week.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Hackney Wick, London
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of setting up their own company. Will work with a professional pattern cutter and will get a chance to improve their construction skills. Also they will help with the fittings and get an all round exposure to the running of a small high fashion label. This position would be perfect for any design student looking to start up their own business.
Ideally a fashion student with a reasonable understanding of the basics.
Expenses:travel expenses only
Supervision: Oliver Knipe - Designer
Website: oliverknipe.com
To apply: To apply: email oliknipe@hotmail.co.uk or phone 07935061599
Fashion PR Intern
Iroquois PR
Iroquois is a boutique fashion PR agency based in Central London. We represent various fashion clients ranging from commercial to designer, emerging to established. We're currently looking for a driven graduate intern to join our fashion team for immediate start in the busy run up towards London Fashion Week in September.
Length of placement: 4 Weeks
Location: London EC1
Experience gained: The student/graduate will gain experience of all facets of how a fashion agency is run. You will have the opportunity to gain experience of: visually merchandising the showroom, sample dispatch, liaising with press, daily call rounds, booking stylist appointments, drafting press releases and general assistance to the PR managers and fashion team.
This placement would suit a student/graduate who is keen to pursue a career in fashion PR. Previous agency experience is preferred though not necessary for the right individual. You should have a strong interest in fashion, trends and popular culture and a good understanding of fashion publications. The candidate should be computer literate and a good grasp of photoshop is a plus.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Daniel Beckman, Account Manager
Website: www.iroquois.co.uk
To apply: please email daniel@iroquois.co.uk
Closing date: 6th September 2010
PR Intern
The Dune Group
The Dune Group is the leading “premium affordable” fashion footwear and accessories retailer in the UK. With approximately 45 stores and 150 concessions in prime High Street and shopping centre locations across the UK and Ireland. The Dune Group has built a strong reputation for offering exciting and desirable products. Our brand portfolio includes Dune, Bertie, and Pied a Terre
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: The Dune Group Head Office
9 Hatton Street
London
NW8 8PL
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of gaining fantastic insight into how a high street retailers’ press office operates. You could be involved in the filing of all sample dockets, press cuttings and general admin as well as helping the PR Assistant ensure the sample room is always tidy and sample logs are up to date. You will also gain exposure dealing with external press over the phone and helping to select, package up and courier products, as requested.
This placement would best suit a passionate and enthusiastic Fashion or PR student.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Janine Clarke - PR Co-Ordinator
Joanna Marsden - PR Executive
To apply: Send CV and cover letter to sirish@thedunegroup.com
Closing date: 27/08/2010
Website/IT Assistant
aquaphotos.org
Specializing in underwater photography, camera hire, escorted trips to Red Sea & Fiji including workshop.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Studio 21, Sulivian Centre, Sulivian Road, Fulham, London SW6 3DJ
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of photography, website application & presentation, and different print techniques.
Photography
Expenses:travel expenses only
Supervision: Terence Arpino (Director)
Website: www.aquaphotos.org/www.uwpgallery.com
To apply: info@aquaphotos.org
Closing date: 10/9/2010
Fashion Intern
Sophie Lopez Ltd
Sophie Lopez is a Stylist and Designer based in London. Working on press shots, music videos, live performance, award shows and editorials.
Length of placement: 1 Week
Location: Shoreditch, London
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of planning a shoot, helping with sample requests/returns. Liasing with press offices. Researching trends & assisting on a shoot.
This would suit a student / graduate from a fashion background who is keen to learn, use their own initiative and work hard.
Expenses:travel expenses will be covered
Supervision: Elle Noble - (1st assistant to Sophie Lopez)
Website: www.sophielopez.co.uk
To apply: lopezassistant@sophielopez.co.uk
Closing date: 26.08.10
Marketing Internship
LA Make-Up Academy
With studios in Dublin, London and Los Angeles, LA Make-Up Academy is a full service hair and make-up studio that provides hair a beauty services from top to toe along side it’s dedicated training institute for make-up artists, fashion and hair stylists.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Central London
Experience gained: The student or graduate will gain experience of a marketing internship in a busy, fast paced corporate environment.
This opportunity would benefit Fashion Marketing student or graduates who are dedicated and passionate about the fashion, makeup & beauty industry.
Expenses:Travel expenses will be covered
Supervision: Supervised by Siobhan Boyle
Website: www.lamakeupacademy.com
To apply: Email your CV to sarah@lamakeupacademy.com
Closing date: This Friday 27th August
Production Assistant
Markus Lupfer
Markus Lupfer is an established high end womenswear label selling internationally. Stockists include Net-A-Porter, Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and Harrods. The label has a worldwide appeal with celebrity followings as well.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London, N1
Experience gained: The student or graduate could gain experience of a varied role in supporting the development and production team. The student or graduate will be able to gain a vast understanding of the whole process of building a collection, from research to manufacturing assisting our Production Manager in overseeing production for Resort' 11 and Men's SS' 11 collections as well as packing and shipping to boutiques and department stores worldwide.
The student or graduate will take away with them a better understanding of the Womenswear industry and the production side of a fast-growing label.
This opportunity would benefit a responsible and organised Fashion Management, Fashion Design or Pattern Cutting student or graduate who is confident in hand and machine sewing, has an understanding of pattern cutting, a good knowledge of womenswear and good attention to detail.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: The student or graduate will be supervised by Emma Mullane, Production Manager
Website: www.markuslupfer.com
To apply: Please send your CV and covering letter to cecilia.markuslupfer@gmail.com
Closing date: None Given
Range Developer
Goldstein-Kersen Ltd
Louis Goldstein-Kersen is the leading UK supplier of buttons, belts, accessories to the garment industry. We also supply costume jewellery to high street multiples. Established over 60 years we are known for quality and innovation
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Apex House
2 Sylvester Road
Hackeny
E8 1EP
Experience gained: We supply major garment manufacturers and the intern will gain experience in all aspects of sales/order administration, customer/supplier liaison and range development.
This opportunity would benefit students or graduates who aim to have their own business or work in the garment or accessory industries.
Expenses:Travel and Lunch Expenses
Supervision: The student will be supervised by the Head Designer, Jenny Ingrey and Head of Button Dept, Jill Bentley
Website: www.goldstein-kersen.com
To apply: Apply :Geoffrey.grant@goldstein-kersen.com
Closing date: 7 September 2010
Social Media & Mapping
Clear Village
At Clear Village, we offer overlooked communities a path to the 21st century. We focus on participation and are looking at catalysing resilience, investigate potentials for economical, environmental and social sustainability, strengthened community identity, support connectivity and technology transfer as well as knowledge sharing.
Our organisation includes a network of renowned global experts fit for service -who would otherwise be difficult to reach for the communities. We also have a research body that maps out and connects with best practice. These two are fitted together in the change processes and ready to engage with the community.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Shoreditch, London
Experience gained: Experience in third sector organisation & social enterprise, contact administration, social media marketing training, business and market research, planning, preparation, project management and organization skills.
Placement consists of:
+ Assisting in rolling out social media strategy
+ Researching and mapping of target groups
+ Analysing and summarising data and key measures for our social media activities, writing reports and discussing findings with the management team
This opportunity would benefit pro active, eager, enthusiastic and ambitious students or graduates of various faculties who have business acumen & interest in social entrepreneurship, very good English communication skills (written and oral) and very good knowledge of social media tools and principles.
Expenses:2 zones travel card + £10/day allowance
Supervision: The student / graduate on placement will be supervised by Sumel Chowdhury.
Website: www.clear-village.org
To apply: If you want to apply for this position, please send your CV, cover letter and additional information to info@clear-village.org and quote ref (intern sm/tgm). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Closing date: 8 September 2010
Fashion Intern
Karl Plewka
KARL PLEWKA IS A HIGH END FREE-LANCE FASHION STYLIST. HE WORKS ON PUBLICATIONS SUCH AS VOGUE, VANITY FAIR, I-D MAGAZINE ETC!
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: North West London
Experience gained: You will experience the planning for shoots from start to finish.... this will involve researching looks on style.com/vogue.com/liaising with press offices/organising and packing clothes for shoot/ assisting on the actual shoot/taking care of return samples.
Time and effort will be put into training for this exciting opportunity.
This opportunity would benefit fashion stylists, fashion designers, fashion journalists, fashion marketing student or graduates who are dedicated and passionate about the fashion industry.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervised by BETH BUXTON (1st ASSISTANT TO KARL PLEWKA)
Website: www.dandvmanagement.com
To apply: Email: karlstudio04@yahoo.com
Closing date: 10/09/10
Design Intern
Pistol Panties
High end quirky swimwear brand stocked in Selfridges, Topshop, John Lewis.
Length of placement: 2 weeks
Location: Notting Hill
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of the daily running of a small fashion business. The focus will be design and sampling prior to the Spring Summer 2011 lingerie show Mode City, Paris
This opportunity would benefit Design students or graduates
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervised by Deborah Fleming, Director
Website: www.pistolpanties.com
To apply: Email: elizabeth@pistolpanties.com
Closing date: 27.8.10
Graphic Design/ Web Design internship
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Life Ladders Limited (Ref GIP036)
We are a training organization facilitating successfully a diverse range of training programmes and bespoke courses to a wide spectrum of organisations and individuals
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Hackney
Experience gained: The internship will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to showcase their existing skills whilst learning and gaining new graphic design experiences. You will have the chance to develop your CV working on projects for in a variety of areas.
As a Graphic Designer your role will include the following responsibilities:
• To Create all the necessary design for the company, designing flyers, posters, advertising
• To assist with the Web Design, building & maintenance of the company website
The ideal graphic design intern candidate will have the following skills:
Graphic Design knowledge
Familiar with all the latest software
Web design knowledge
Able to meet short deadlines
Dedicated, hard working and motivated
Able to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £5.93 per hour.
Supervision: Gabriel Gherscovic
Website: www.lifeladders.co.uk
To apply: If you tick all the relevant boxes and feel like you could really benefit from this learning experience please email us your CV with a brief cover letter to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP036)
Please note: This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme and only graduates from 2008 and 2009 are eligible to apply.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Online Publishing/Editorial Intern
CultureCritic.co.uk
CultureCritic.co.uk is an online internet portal to the best of the latest arts and entertainment. From new books, concerts, exhibitions, events, films and music to performances and theatre productions, Culturecritic.co.uk provides the essential low-down, taking its users to the heart of modern culture.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Vauxhall
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of writing, online research skills, and working to deadlines, and gain knowledge of working within an arts publishing environment.
The ideal applicant will have writing and research abilities, a solid understanding of the online publishing process and will be able to demonstrate a broad knowledge of the arts. Those with a dedicated interest in a specific art form are equally encouraged to apply.
In return, CultureCritic.co.uk will provide an educative and nurturing editorial internship in which the chosen candidate will further develop skills and knowledge.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Thomas Phongsathorn, Editor
Website: www.culturecritic.co.uk
To apply: Please send CVs with cover letters to Rachel Potts: rachel@cultureshockmedia.co.uk
Closing date: 6 September 2010
PR/Office Assistant
J.LINDEBERG
J.Lindeberg is a 21st Century life style brand featuring mens main fashion, casual and sports clothing.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Shoreditch
Experience gained: This is an ideal placement for someone who is interested in gaining experience in the fashion industry. It provides the opportunity to support for the sales team and PR department, gain experience of a wholesale selling environment and to communicate with journalists and stylists to fulfill press requests.
This would suit a student / graduate from a fashion background who is keen to learn and use their own initiative.
Expenses:Travel expenses, Zones 1-4 Travelcard included
Supervision: The student / graduate on placement will be supervised by the Sales team and PR department.
Website: www.jlindeberg.com
To apply: Please email your CV and covering letter to sam.wilson@jlindeberg.com
Closing date: 27th August 2010
Studio/Office Assistant
Tatty Devine
London’s Tatty Devine is now in its 20th season and is famous for its unique and quirky accessories, which elevate jewellery to art status through a winning combination of English eccentricity, jumble sale kitsch and traditional craftsmanship. Inspirations include rock’n’roll, fairy tales, deep-sea creatures, old horror films, flora and fauna and circus sideshows!
Length of placement: 4 Weeks
Location: Our busy studio in East London.
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of the inner workings of Tatty Devine and all that goes on in our busy world, specifically within the Wholesale and Mail Order sections! You will have the opportunity to work very closely with the ladies who deal with the successful online shop and also the wholesale distribution of our jewellery to our many international stockists.
This could include assisting us with various things, such as handling the new season's collection, quality controlling, distribution of web orders to our customers and wholesale orders to various boutiques internationally, and also archiving past seasons' collections.
You will be based in our lively open plan studio which will also provide lots of opportunities to interact with all other aspects and people within the business.
This placement would suit any student/graduate with plenty of enthusiasm and with a particular interest in e-commerce, customer service or wholesale distribution in fashion.
Expenses:Travel expenses and home cooked lunch provided
Supervision: Leigh Milsom, Studio Manager
Website: www.tattydevine.com
To apply: Please send CV to leigh@tattydevine.com or alternatively post to Tatty Devine, 7 Gibraltar Walk, London, E2 7LH
Closing date: Ongoing
Editorial assistants
Global Media
Publishing company producing international business, economics and current affairs titles.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Central London, SW6
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of commissioning articles from various sources, ranging from universities to political and economic institutions.
All students/graduates who have a passion for publishing would benefit from this placement. Particularly those who have a keen understanding of current world affairs both economic and business.
Candidates who are eloquent and have a thorough understanding of grammar are particularly welcome.
Expenses:Travel Expenses only
Supervision: Alex Lane
Editor
Website: under reconstruction
To apply: send CV please to: globalmediarecruit@googlemail.com
Closing date: open
trainee sponsorship & commissioning editors
Global Media
Publishing company involved in consumer to business sectors and publishing magazines that are regarded as high end business and consumer titles.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Central London
Experience gained: You will have the opportunity to gain experience of taking an idea and then promoting it to business leaders and you will learn how to raise sponsorship and how to commission features that are sponsored by multi-national companies.
For exceptional and enthusiastic candidates who have finished or are still completing their degrees this can be a route towards permanent employment with a structured career path in the publishing industry.
Students / graduates from all types of disciplines would benefit from this placement, but would ideally suit candidates who have the ability to communicate their ideas eloquently in speech and in text.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: This placement will be supervised by Mark Cadogan, Senior Editor
Website: under reconstruction
To apply: Please send your CV to: globalmediarecruit@googlemail.com
Closing date: Open
Design and Production Assistants
Global Media
Young media company setting trends in current affairs and business publishing.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Central London
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of research into the South-East Asian media graphic design and production trends and the latest trends in the British and North American graphic design trends and innovations.
All types of students would benefit from this placement as long as they have an excellent understanding of InDesign and Photoshop and if they have an interest in current affairs and global business issues.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervised by Simon Cannon, South-East Strategy Leader
Website: under reconstruction
To apply: Email: globalmediarecruit@googlemail.com
Closing date: Open
Fashion company Questions Air is looking for a photography intern!
Question Air
Question-Air has always been and still continues to exist as one of London's leading independent fashion boutiques.
Length of placement: on-going
Location: The intern will gain experience of working within the fashion industry and product photography; the pictures will be used for our online store as well as the press. It's also a great opportunity to add some exciting work to your portfolio!
The Question Air head office is located near Baron’s court tube station, we are looking for someone who could start ASAP; this is a full time position for a minimum of 3 months.
If you are interested then please send your CV to tonyk@question-air.com
We look forward to hearing from you!
Experience gained: great opportunity to add some exciting work
Photography Student
Expenses:negotiable
Supervision: Tony Kalha
Head of IT and Ecommerce
Website: question-air.com
To apply: tonyk@question-air.com
Web Developer Intern
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Total Compliance (Ref GIP089)
Total Compliance is a business advisory consultancy that serves organisations operating in the remote gaming and gambling industry. Total Compliance provide both fast transactional services for company and license applications as well as strategic advice to ensure your organisation capitalises opportunities in the frequently changing gaming and gambling market space.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Westbourne Park
Experience gained: Total Compliance is looking for a graduate Web Developer to work along side our Graphic Designer in creating a new online strategy for our websites. We’re launching new products and services and we’re looking for a graduate to lead and manage this project.
The internship will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to develop, hone and showcase their existing skills whilst learning and gain web-developing experience of building a website from beginning to end.
Creating visual prototypes from agreed designs and produce HTML or rich media assets in line with best practices.
Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with and assist the graphic and marketing team with developing consistent company’s identity and logo, creating sitemaps, linking sites and maintaining and improving the website.
To assist and have input into any new projects which the company acquires.
As we’re a professional services firm you’ll need a very professional and positive approach, be self-motivated and able to communicate at all levels within our organisation.
• Applicant should have some examples of digital/web design work in portfolio or through relevant work experience.
• HTML/CSS (ability to render web pages)
• Knowledge of rich media technologies such as flash (essential)
• The ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines.
You should be a team player with the ability to take initiative with a dynamic and creative approach to your work.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering a minimum of NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Filippe Scalora
Website: www.totalcompliance.co.uk
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP089). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Design Assistant
Masha Ma
Masha Ma completed her MA in Women’s Wear at Central Saint Martins in 2008. Her MA collection was selected to show at London Fashion Week and subsequently bought by B store.
She has been final listed multiple times in competitions that include the Lancôme Colour Designs Award 2006, Chloé’s design competition, the Puma CSM Bursary Award and Fashion Fringe 2009. In September 2009 she participated in the 2009 CCDC China Contemporary Design Contest and won the Mouse Ji Best International Innovation Award.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: North London
Experience gained: Experience in pattern cutting and construction is required due to the nature of this placement.
Experience gained: The student/graduate can gain experience in sourcing fabrics, and helping with the development of seasonal range. Assisting the designer and technical department.
Design/Textiles Student or graduate / Fashion and Prediction Design - interest in fashion and construction
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: This placement will be supervised by Mariano Vanlook, Managing Director
Website: mashama.co.uk
To apply: Please send your CV and covering letter to mariano@mashama.co.uk
Closing date: None given
Press Assistant
Our Assembly
Our Assembly is a London based PR and Communications agency. We are currently representing a major high street brand and are searching for an enthusiastic intern to support us in the day-to-day running of the press office.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Central London
Experience gained: The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to the building of the brand and learn the workings of a busy press office. The work could involve sending out samples, booking in returns, monitoring samples, researching fashion trends, the collation of press cuttings and press reports, maintaining main press contact lists for all fashion press and helping to develop relationships with UK Press.
If you are organised, self motivated and have a keen interest in fashion, we would love to hear from you.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Georgia Bateman
Account Executive
To apply: please email georgia@ourassembly.com
Closing date: 27/08/2010
Fashion Stylist Assistant
Elle Korhaliller Fashion Stylist
London based Fashion Stylist working on editorials for national and international magazines, lookbooks and fashion week shows.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Various London Locations
Experience gained: The student could gain the experience of assisting an editorial stylist on shoots, liaising with PR's and designers, taking press appointments, researching photoshoot concepts. They will be helping with call in's, returns and help out of photoshoots by dressing the model, pinning, keeping samples organized etc.
This opportunity would benefit a fashion student or graduate
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervised by Elle Korhaliller, Fashion Stylist.
Website: http://www.ellekorhaliller.co.uk
To apply: Email: info@ellekorhaliller.co.uk
Closing date: None Given
Video Editor
Syntax Editions
Syntax is published three times yearly. The first in the series THE ANNOTATED SPECTACLE was launched at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2009. Each edition has a theme & includes contributions from the practices of fashion, visual art, music, performance, literature, & film. All content is newly commissioned specifically for each edition. We also publish cds, limited editions, & dvds.
Length of placement: 2 to 4 weeks
Location: London.
Experience gained: The student would gain experience of editing a film which will be screened during the London Film Festival & will work directly with the filmmaker.
This opportunity would benefit a bold ambitious Film Editing student or graduate with an understanding of experimental cinema.
Expenses:Travel expenses only.
Supervision: Supervised by Robert Trees managing editor of Syntax.
Website: www.syntax-editions.com
To apply: Email: syntax@syntax-editions.com
Closing date: 15 September 2010
PR and Marketing Intern
7th Man Magazine
7th Man Magazine is a luxury, high-end men's fashion biannual based in the heart of London.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Mayfair
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain excellent experience of fashion PR and Marketing through working at the busy office of a high-profile magazine.
This placement would benefit a Fashion PR and Marketing student/graduate.
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Hannah Al-Shemmeri, Fashion Co-ordinator and Aideen Shannon, Features Assistant
Website: www.7thmanmagazine.com
To apply: info@7thmanmagazine.com
Closing date: ASAP
Design Intern
AnOtherMag.com
Another Magazine is a bi-annual culture-rich luxury fashion magazine for men and women. It was launched in 2001 under the umbrella publishing company Dazed Group.
AnOtherMag.com transposes AnOther's passion for placing high fashion in a cultural context to the digital world.
Length of placement: up to 4 weeks
Location: Old Street
Experience gained: The student / graduate could gain experience of working on our new website. Tasks could include assisting our designer in designing for the website, photographing, creating promotional material for both online and off-line events, working with images.
The placement would suit someone studying for / studied a degree in graphic design, web design or similar. Someone with an interest in fashion/art and an eye for detail who is confident in working with Photoshop and Illustrator. Some InDesign and basic HTML/CSS skills would be beneficial.
Expenses:
Supervision: This placement will be supervised by Francisco Salvado, Interactive Art Director
Website: www.anothermag.com
To apply: Please send your CV and covering letter to francisco@dazedgroup.com
Multimedia work placement
FRONT Magazine
FRONT. is a UK lifestyle magazine and is packed full of cool girls, ace new music, awesome street fashion and tons more.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Soho, London
Experience gained: Working directly with the online editor the student could gain experience in many online practises, primarily focused on development but also working on design and marketing.
Multimedia, new media, Web developers etc would benefit from this.
Expenses:Travel Expenses only
Supervision: James Brouard
Online Editor
Website: frontarmy.com
To apply: please email jobs@frontarmy.co.uk
Closing date: 20/09/10
Studio assistant (design)
The Rodnik Band
The Rodnik Band label is a fashion design company based in London. The label is currently working on launching its second womenswear collection with Italian retailer OVS this October.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: The placement will take place at the design studio, add: 20 Buckle street, by Algate East tube.
Experience gained: The student/graduate would gain experience working with a design studio creating a collection for the largest Italian retailer with 400 stores. This could include working on spec sheets for factories, developing design ideas, working on marketing and press proposals for the new collection.
The type of student/graduate who would benefit from the placement would be someone who is keen to get experience with the more commercial side of fashion, and who has a good experience and skill with Photoshop and Illustrator.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: The student will be supervised by the head designer Philip Colbert.
Website: www.therodnikband.com
To apply: please email info@therodnikband.com
Closing date: 20/09/10
PR, Brand Management and Events internship
Campbell Bell Communications
Campbell Bell Communications is a small, through-the-line creative communications agency specializing in luxury consumer PR, brand management and events. Current clients include ultra premium drinks brands, high end accessories, golf apparel and large luxury consumer events.
Length of placement: Length of Internship: 4 Weeks
Location: Location of Placement: Studio 8/9
The Cranewell
2 Michael Road
London
SW6 2AD
Experience gained: The successful applicant will gain a valuable insight into the world of luxury consumer PR. Responsibilities will include assisting on event logistics and event management, managing the contact database, contributing to strategic brainstorms, researching and assisting on all fronts. As Campbell Bell is a small company, the intern / graduate will work closely with the whole team including the founder of the company.
The ideal candidate will be keen, creative, organised and interested in pursuing a career in PR. Office and PR experience preferable
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Supervisor:
Charlie Bell
Company Director
Website: www.campbell-bell.com
To apply: To apply please email Helena@campbell-bell.com
App Lounge (Interactive Design) Paid Intern
Method London
Method is a brand experience agency that helps business leaders harness the competitive power of design. With deep expertise in research, strategy, design and technology, Method offers a rigorous, intelligent approach to solving increasingly complex brand problems in the physical and digital realms.
Length of placement: 1-3 months
Location: Shoreditch, London, UK.
Experience gained: This graduate would get experience becoming part of App history- assisting in the creation of the World's first App Lounge.
The student/graduate will gain experience of supporting the Senior UX designer, in creating excellent user experience design and deliverables for Method projects according to user-centered design principles and Method standards. An interaction design Intern will work with other Method UX designers to execute user experience tasks, as directed by the project UX lead, including, research and analysis, requirements definition, product and interaction concepts, interaction specifications, and validation testing across a variety of platforms, including the Web, mobile devices, iPad and product interfaces. The Interaction Design Intern will use his or her time on Method projects to learn and refine interaction design skills and Method practices and standards.
-Interaction/graphic design student/graduate.
-Ability to work well within a dynamic team environment.
-Exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills.
-A portfolio which exhibits problem solving in the various phases of user-centered design.
-Ability to take direction and meet deadlines.
-Strong design aesthetic/understanding.
-Excellent verbal and written abilities.
-A passion for great design work.
Expenses:£15,750 pro rata
Supervision: Alexander Grünsteidl. Senior Director, User Experience
Website: www.method.com
To apply: Send your CV and portfolio to marie@method.com and apply@method.com
Closing date: 24/08/2010
Business Development
VONSUNG
VONSUNG is a branding design studio. We provide design services across the full spectrum of total identity, print and screen graphics, internet, product, space and interiors.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Office and in-field
Experience gained: Business development in hospitality, retail and commercial industries.
Design students / graduates will benefit from this placement.
Expenses:TBC
Supervision: This placement will be supervised by the Director and Senior Designers
Website: www.vonsung.com
To apply: Please send your CV and covering letter to info@vonsung.com
Closing date: Open
Research Internship
Little Airplane
Little Airplane Productions Inc. is the company that produces ‘The Wonderpets!’, ‘3rd and Bird’ and other quality educational television programs for Nick Jr., CBeebies and Playhouse Disney.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: 3rd Floor, Nutmeg House,
60 Gainsford Street,
London,
SE1 2NY
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of the production process for TV animation, how a script is developed from the first draft through to final, why the script adapts, how and why research on the script and storymatic is conducted, and how direction and storytelling can be powerful and compelling.
This placement would benefit a student/graduate of Animation, TV, Television, Psychology of Art, Film
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Aman Kaur, Research Manager
To apply: please email aman@littleairplane.com
Closing date: 16/9/10
Sales and Marketing
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Satsuma Consultancy Ltd (Ref GIP088)
The Satsuma Consultancy is an award-winning marketing, business development and communications agency. Our main areas are business strategy & planning, consultancy and marketing services, which includes; public relations, graphic design & print, publishing, events management & marketing and research. We work with a range of businesses, across various sectors; from fashion to IT, publishing to health & beauty, charities to public sector. We are currently moving forward with a number of exciting projects for 2010 and 2011, in the areas of events and publishing.
Length of placement: 8 weeks - (Hours 9.30 - 6.00)
Location: Canning Town
Experience gained: Apply theoretical work to a commercial context, which will enable them to see first hand the impact of any decisions they make; positive and/or negative. The chance to work on high profile projects. Some with regional and national exposure. Work under pressure, to tight deadlines; but a chance to deliver excellent work which will have a direct bearing on the business.Media Sales: telesales, telemarketing and some face-to-face. PR and stakeholder engagement, with the express intention of encouraging organisations to support the initiatives. Support the marketing, promotion and development of a new "kite mark". Support development of an Awards Event scheduled for autumn 2010, around said kite mark. Assist with event planning. General project support as required
The Projects:
1. Publication of a leading industry report looking at an important aspect of the legal profession in England & Wales
2. A major UK exhibition
Excellent organisational and communications are skills required to assist in managing the expectations of contributors, partners and other stakeholders.
You will need to be a creative thinker, rather than a "creative". You will also need to be focused and hardworking; willing to do the "dull, but necessary" tasks, as well as the more exciting aspects of the work.
You will also be required to provide support to other projects as and when required.
Someone who is an excellent communicator, strong writer with some relevant work experience is preferred, over a graduate with a basic (marketing) degree but no practical application shown on their CV.
Experience and/or interest in some (or all) of the following areas is essential:
*Events: admin, planning, organising, marketing, sales and fundraising
*Social and community issues; local, regional and national
*Law, social justice and equalities.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate who wants to be given the chance to show just how good they can be.
Key skills and attributes:
* Degree preference: Law or legal studies, marketing, PR, Business, English and humanities degrees.
Sales and/or marketing experience are essential
* Ability to work independently, proven organisational skills
* Practical thinking and ability/willingness to contribute ideas
* Excellent writing skills and a strong all round communicator
* A good academic record with some relevant office-based work experience
IT Skills:
*Online research software
*MS Office inc. Word, Excel and Access
*Online marketing (including Google, Facebook, twitter, YouTube)
*Familiarity with design software would be an advantage, but definitely not a requirement
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £1000 per month
Supervision: Godwin Ohajah
Website: www.satsumaconsultancy.co.uk
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP088). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company. The first stage of the applicaiton procedure will be a telephone interview.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Web Designer
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Satsuma Consultancy Ltd (Ref GIP087)
The Satsuma Consultancy is an award-winning marketing, business
development and communications agency. Our main areas are business strategy &
planning, consultancy and marketing services, which includes; public relations, graphic
design & print, publishing, events management & marketing and research. We work
with a range of businesses, across various sectors; from fashion to IT, publishing to
health & beauty, charities to public sector. We are currently moving forward with a
number of exciting projects for 2010 and 2011, in the areas of events and publishing.
Length of placement: 8 weeks - (Hours 9.30 - 6.00)
Location: Canning Town
Experience gained: Apply theoretical work to a commercial context, which will enable them to see first hand the impact of any decisions they make; positive and/or negative. The chance to work on high profile projects. Some with regional and national exposure. Work under pressure, to tight deadlines; but a chance to deliver excellent work which will have a direct bearing on the business. Web design: work as instructed. CMS driven sites - templates and/or from scratch. General support on other areas of project as required
The Projects:
Work on your own, or alongside a dedicated graphic designer, on a number of projects. Some will be re-branding, others will be completely new initiatives. Key areas: events and publishing
You should be comfortable with all aspects of web design: front-end, programming, hosting and optimization.
You should be technically gifted, and a solid web designer who should want to show how well they can perform within the confines of a commercial setting.
Excellent organisational and communications are skills required to assist in managing the expectations of contributors, partners and other stakeholders.
You will need to be a creative thinker, as well as "creative". You will also need to be focused and hardworking; willing to do the "dull, but necessary" tasks, as well as the more exciting aspects of the work.
Someone with some relevant work experience is preferred, over a graduate with a basic (design) degree but no practical application shown on their CV.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate who wants to be given the chance to show just how good they can be.
Key skills and attributes:
*Degree preference: design related degree and/or proof of strong web design experience.
*Confident, hard working, committed
*Experience of marketing, PR and related disciplines
*A good academic record with some relevant office-based work experience
IT Skills:
*Proficiency with all main software: InDesign, Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator etc
*MS Office inc. Word, Excel and Access
*Online marketing (including Google, Facebook, twitter, YouTube)
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £1000 per month
Supervision: Godwin Ohajah
Website: www.satsumaconsultancy.co.uk
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP087). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Graphic Designer
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Satsuma Consultancy Ltd (Ref GIP086)
The Satsuma Consultancy is an award-winning marketing, business
development and communications agency. Our main areas are business strategy &
planning, consultancy and marketing services, which includes; public relations, graphic
design & print, publishing, events management & marketing and research. We work
with a range of businesses, across various sectors; from fashion to IT, publishing to
health & beauty, charities to public sector. We are currently moving forward with a
number of exciting projects for 2010 and 2011, in the areas of events and publishing.
Length of placement: 8 weeks - (Hours 9.30 - 6.00)
Location: Canning Town
Experience gained: Apply theoretical work to a commercial context, which will enable them to see first hand the impact of any decisions they make; positive and/or negative. The chance to work on high profile projects. Some with regional and national exposure. Work under pressure, to tight deadlines; but a chance to deliver excellent work which will have a direct bearing on the business. Graphic design: work as instructed. General support on other areas of a project as required
The Projects:
Various including; event marketing collateral across all required media - will also include corporate re/branding and web (front end).
You should be technically gifted, and an inspirational graphic designer who should want to show how well they can perform within the confines of a commercial setting.
Excellent organisational and communications are skills required to assist in managing the expectations of contributors, partners and other stakeholders.
You will need to be a creative thinker, as well as "creative". You will also need to be focused and hardworking; willing to do the "dull, but necessary" tasks, as well as the more exciting aspects of the work.
You will also be required to provide support to other projects as and when required.
Someone with some relevant work experience is preferred, over a graduate with a basic (design) degree but no practical application shown on their CV.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate who wants to be given the chance to show just how good they can be.
Key skills and attributes:
*Degree preference: graphic design related degree, or proof of strong design experience.
*Confident, hard working, committed
*Experience of marketing, PR and related disciplines
*A good academic record with some relevant office-based work experience
IT Skills:
*Proficiency with all main software: InDesign, Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator etc
*MS Office inc. Word, Excel and Access
*Online marketing (including Google, Facebook, twitter, YouTube)
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £1000 per month
Supervision: Godwin Ohajah
Website: www.satsumaconsultancy.co.uk
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP086). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
PR Manager Assistant
Zeitgeist.pr
We are a young, fashion & lifestyle orientated PR and sales agency based in Berlin, with focus on fashion, accessories, lifestyle and events. We work with corporate accounts as well as with personalities. With a large range of services, we guarantee a precise target group oriented approach in product/brand PR as well as the key factor for companies. This includes the development of customised concepts, media and press relations, planning and execution of national / international events and sponsorships for various occasions.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Ritterstrasse 12-14, in the centre of Berlin.
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working in the fashion industry, creating lookbooks, newsletters, invitations, presentations, being a part of promoting brands abroad.
Graphic designer, web designer, arts student who is still good with computer programmes.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Elke Filpes
Managing Partner
To apply: a.nilsson@zeitgeist-pr.com
Closing date: 15/9 2010
Photographer
The Closet Bureau
The Closet Bureau is an online dress agency and styling service specialising in high end and designer brands.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Borough, London
Experience gained: The student/graduate would gain experience of taking & editing photos for a small fashion company, which would be put on our online store.
This placement would benefit a Photography student/graduate
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Alice Sancier,
Manager
Website: www.theclosetbureau.com
To apply: please email greeneprassistant@gmail.com
Closing date: 1st September
Seeking Skilled Interns for Luxury Fashion Company
Nylander Couture
Nylander Couture is a label that creates beautifully finished garments for both men and women.
With a love of Bespoke Tailoring ,Haute couture and ready to wear Ivor Nylander is currently doing Tailoring work for clients such as Chloe and designers who are heading to show in London Fashion week.
Length of placement: Up to 4 weeks
Location: 1 Glashier Street
SE8 3EP
London
Experience gained: The student/graduate could gain experience of running a fashion company, marketing, advertising, making, alterations, pattern cutting, draping, industry contacts, etc. depending on what the student wants to get out of the work experience.
Any students/graduates interested in fashion design, marketing, advertising, PR, etc.
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Ivor Nylander
CEO of Nylander Couture
Website: nylandercouture.com
To apply: please email ivor@nylandercouture.com
Design internship
andwhat
We are the young fast growing digital design agency, andwhat. We focus on well designed, well marketed, traffic driven sites, mainly within the fashion industry.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Unit G27
12 Someford Grove
London
N16 7RZ
Experience gained: Successful candidate will get the chance to gain good industry experience in:
Creative artworking
Amending/updating live sites
Turning concept into creation
Email marketing
Print preparation
The integration of social media elements into html
Brand creation and development
Must have good knowledge of design for web, xhtml, ecommerce and email marketing systems. The right candidate will be proficient in Adobe creative suite, CSS, CMS and Wordpress. Flash and after effects are an advantage. Applicants should have a portfolio of work (on or off-line), a degree (or adequate experience) preferably in design or visual communications and will have already had built some live sites, blogs, etc.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Jonny Cazzola
Creative Director
Website: www.andwhat.co.uk
To apply: in@andwhat.co.uk
Digital Marketing internship
andwhat
We are the young fast growing digital design agency, andwhat. We focus on well designed, well marketed, traffic driven sites, mainly within the fashion industry.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Unit G27
12 Somerford Grove
London
N16 7RZ
Experience gained: The successful candidate will get the chance to gain good industry experience in:
Running online marketing campaigns
Writing and distributing press releases
Creating digital content for websites
Email marketing and database creation
Blogging, Social Media networking and integration
Business Management and development
We are looking for a digitally minded Marketing intern with a related degree and a passion for online marketing. Must have some experience/knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Editing, Copywriting and PR. We are looking for someone creative with strong writing ability and excellent communications skills to assist proactively with guidance. If you are creative, forward thinking, enthusiastic, have a great attention to detail this will suit you.
Expenses:Travel Expenses only
Supervision: Helen Sproat
Digital Content & Marketing
Website: www.andwhat.co.uk
To apply: in@andwhat.co.uk
Interiors Intern
WGSN-homebuildlife
WGSN-homebuildlife is the leading global service providing online research, trend analysis and news to the interiors industry. We serve the majority of the world's home retailers, manufacturers and designers, top marketing and advertising firms, and a diverse range of iconic brands.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Mornington Crescent, London
Experience gained: The Student could gain experience of working within a fast paced design and style research company. Interns will be assisting with the creation of editorial content, sourcing and researching inspirational images and the collation of up to the minute trend reports.
This position would benefit a post graduate Interiors or Design student. You will be based at the WGSN headquarters in Mornington Crescent, London and can be full time or part time for a maximum of 4 weeks. The position is unpaid but we are able to offer travel expenses within two zones.
Expenses: Travel expenses only
Supervision: Alison Morris
Website: www.wgsn-homebuildlife.com
To apply: ali.morris@wgsn.com
Closing date: 31.08.10
Flash web designer
Financial Times Business
FT Business - producing specialist information on the retail, personal and institutional finance industries, we publish Investors Chronicle, The Banker, Money Management and Financial Adviser.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: 1 Southwark Bridge London SE1 9HL
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of working within a financial environment and a fast paced design studio working primarily for the magazine Investors Chronicle and produce work as part of a larger campaign.
Flash web designer with good actionscript knowledge or a graphic designer with strong flash skills with knowledge of actionscript
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Erica Weathers, deputy Head of Design FT Business
Website: http://www.careersatft.com/about.aspx
To apply: Please send portfolio of flash work with examples of actionscript coding to erica.weathers@ft.com or jack.gillespie@ft.com
Closing date: Deadline 6th September
Hair Stylist
Mind Glow
Mind Glow is an online fashion store, set to launch this AW10, selling avant garde vintage clothing, styled alongside pieces from new designers.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London
Experience gained: The student would gain experience of working with stylists & photographers, creating the hair for lookbook shoots, on location & in the studio. Images from previous shoots can be provided upon request.
A student looking to build up their hair styling portfolio. We are looking for a creative individual with lots of ideas to put forward.
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Emma Corbett
Director
To apply: mindglowfashion@gmail.com
Closing date: 1st September
Make Up Artist
Mind Glow
Mind Glow is a avant garde vintage site, set to launch this AW10, selling clothing & accessories styled alongside pieces by new designers.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London
Experience gained: The student would gain experience of working with stylists & photographers, creating the make up for lookbook shoots, on location & in the studio. Images from previous shoots can be provided upon request.
A student looking to build up their make up portfolio. We are looking for a creative individual with lots of ideas to put forward.
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Emma Corbett
Director
To apply: mindglowfashion@gmail.com
Closing date: 1st September
Buyers Assistant
Mind Glow
Mind Glow is an online vintage store set to launch this AW, selling avant garde vintage clothing & accessories, styled alongside those from emerging designers.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: London
Experience gained: A student could gain experience of working along side a vintage buyer - researching & creating strong links with suppliers, hand picking stock & preforming general administrative tasks. You may also have the opportunity to assist on Fashion shoots & take part in creative tasks such as putting together mood boards.
Any student or graduate with a keen interest in buying & directional fashion.
Expenses:Travel expenses only
Supervision: Emma Corbett
Director
To apply: mindglowfashion@gmail.com
Closing date: 1st September 2010
Graphic Designer
Design 237
We are: Small. Young. Up and Coming. Dynamic. Down to earth. Graphic and web design studio.
We work across a wide variety of projects from club flyers to corporate branding to album sleeves to websites. Our aim is to evolve, grow and quite simply to work on briefs that allow us as designers to express ourselves and solve communication problems in creative and innovative ways. Based in a new creative hub in North London, we are looking for creative, multi-talented, motivated and friendly designers, looking for experience.
Length of placement: up to 4 weeks
Location: Enterprise Building,
Bernie Grant Arts Centre
Town Hall Approach Road
London
N15 4RY
Experience gained: The student could gain experience of a real studio working environment and gain invaluable experience beyond resizing images and making cups of tea. They will have a chance to work on Print and web projects. There will be opportunities to apply their creativity to existing brands, as well as developing new branding for start up businesses. We feel strongly in meeting our clients’ needs/briefs as well as pushing the envelope when we can. The students who work will us will be given a chance to experiment and work (in moderation) on all aspects of the project cycle from client to print liaison. More importantly, they will have the chance to walk away with a healthier portfolio of actual realised project.
Graphic Design
Web Design
Expenses:travel expenses only
Supervision: Jana Sandoval,
Designer
Website: www.design237.com
To apply: jana@design237.com
Closing date: ongoing
Creative Assistant
Creative Assistant to The Closet Bureau / Greene & Sheppard PR
The Closet Bureau is an online dress agency and styling service specialising in high end and designer brands. Greene & Sheppard is a fashion promotions and public relations company representing brands such as Stylestalker, DanniJo, Kat Maconie & InParlour.
Length of placement: 4 weeks
Location: Borough, London
Experience gained: The student or graduate will gain experience of working in a small team to promote our clients and gain a great knowledge of the industry by working closely with fashion publications. They will also be given an introduction into fashion marketing/PR and online selling. There will also be some opportunity to work on photo shoots and to write marketing material for an online audience. Along with sending out samples to stylists and magazines, helping to organise PR and Press events, writing press releases and assisting in the daily routine.
A student or graduate with a good eye for Photography and some knowledge of Fashion Marketing and PR would benefit from this placement.
Expenses:Travel Expenses Only
Supervision: Emma Corbett, PR assistant
Website: www.theclosetbureau.com
To apply: emma@greeneandsheppard.com
Closing date: 1st September
New Media Specialist
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Spiral Productions Ltd (Ref GIP083)
Spiral is a new media production company specialising in film, video and new media
(games, web, educational content) and, since our inception in 1991, have completed
a wide range of successful projects in the UK and overseas.Our clients in the UK
include Tate Modern, the Science Museum, The Guardian and Pizza Express.
Overseas work includes projects in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Italy and Singapore.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Kentish Town
Experience gained: You will be working on a museum project for a major UK or overseas museum. The specific project will be chosen on consultation once we know your main areas of interest.
Working closely with a project leader to develop a part or parts of the project. Either animations for a film or a Flash executable.
Multimedia design or Motion Graphics graduate
Flash or After Effects experience
Use of Photoshop and Illustrator also useful
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £8.00 per hour
Supervision: Jonathan Gibbon
Website: http://www.spiral.co.uk
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP083). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Digital/Online Marketing Intern
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Playful Promises (Ref GIP080)
Playful Promises is a London designed lingerie brand which mixes playful flirty ideas with quirky and directional design.Playful Promises collections consist of corsets, bras and brief, quirky gifts and swimwear.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Bethnal Green
Experience gained: Gain experience of coming up with a digital marketing campaign and improve practical experience from being responsible for the application of the plan into practise.
Developing an online marketing plan to promote the Playful Promises new website which we are launching at the end of August 2010 and enhance brand awareness of Playful Promises online under the guidance of the brand owner and within the approved budget.
Once the plan is approved the candidate will then be responsible for implementing the plan and creating the creative engaging content approved in the plan above or where more appropriate managing the creation of content.
Basic daily duties will also include website administration and managing HTML email design and campaigns.
A marketing/communications/IT graduate who has skills relevant to developing a brands online presence.
- Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Be able to use CS4 package.
- Understanding of HTML.
- Ability to set up and use google analytics and google ads or come up with alternative solutions.
- Good creative writing skills.
- Good understanding of the online environment and new media and its capabilities – including the usual suspects such as FB, Blogging and Twitter but also things such as podcasts and video media etc.
- Good understanding of branding and the elements that visually express a brands identity such as typography, colour, photography and colour
- Interest in lingerie/ young commercial fashion.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering a minimum of NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Emma Parker
Website: www.playfulpromises.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP080). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Web Store Manager
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Meet Bernard (Ref GIP072)
Independent fashion Retailer, with two outlets one store in Greenwich and one online. Specialising in sourcing hard to find brands outside the remit of major fashion chains. High standards in design and production with high product knowledge. Urban New York meets country Gent.
Length of placement: 12 weeks - potential for a full time position
Location: Greenwich
Experience gained: All duties commensurate with running a small independent retail store including: Design; Photography; Sales; Marketing; Advertising; Event management; Dealing with the General Public; Time Management; Budget Management; Delegating; Merchandising and Office Organisation.
Your responsibilities will be to:
Photograph all stock appropriate to the style of the web store and upload all photos in a timely fashion
Design/create the style and look of the web store advertising and marketing
Update on a regular basis the E-marketing material (to include face book, twitter, Blog)
Check web store orders - package and post all orders daily
Design/create interesting and affordable packaging.
Regularly check other websites for price, style and availability and update manager making suggestions to improve image and sales
Provide help/advise in buying for both stores – current on trend brands and styles
Update news page
Clean and keep in a professional manner the web store office and equipment
Log all web store expenditure
Deal with customers on the phone and in person when working on the shop floor
Make sales in a happy, motivated manner staying professional but in keeping with the ‘meet bernard’ style
Ideally you will have a fashion/design/photography or web design degree
You will have enthusiasm, style, creativity and be hard working whilst also possessing, photography/photoshop skills and be web savvie. Marketing and advertising experience would be desirable.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £6.50 per hour plus a clothing allowance and discount
Supervision: Laura Tribble
Website: www.meetbernard.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP072). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Researcher
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - K&K Ventures Ltd (Ref GIP064)
Development management, planning and interior design and related consultancy and services.
Length of placement: 8 weeks - 6 hours a day
Location: Wembley and British Library
Experience gained: Business and market research, administration, and marketing training; Business development, planning, preparation, management and organization skills.
Graduate in Interior Designer/Architect/Planning with Marketing skills.
> Practical market research with hands on approach, visiting companies, institutions and clients.
> A thorough and organized project based approach, listing competitors, buyers, and suppliers.
> Analyzing or summarizing data, writing reports and discussing research needs and findings with CEO and Business Development Manager.
Skills and knowledge
To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:
> Business acumen, commercial outlook.
> Good communication skills (written and oral).
> Self-starter, ability to work on own initiative, come up with ideas.
> Website strategic planning and development.
The successful candidate will be:
> Ambitious.
> Keen to increase their knowledge and level of responsibility.
> Loyal to the team, company and colleagues.
> Keen to achieve.
> Enthusiastic and motivated.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £6.00 per hour.
Supervision: Hasu Kaneria
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP064). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Assistant to designer
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Shi Cashmere (Ref GIP063)
Intimate yet contemporary fashion boutique committed to creating and selling fashionable cashmere and linen pieces that flatter the female figure.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Belgravia
Experience gained: The intern will learn all aspects of designing, presenting and preparing/marketing a high-end clothing collection. She/he will be working closely with the designer to work on the spring/summer 2011 Shi Cashmere collection. Cutting patterns, sewing, drawing and designing.
We need a fashion graduate who has extensive training in cutting patterns, sewing and designing clothes.
Main duties will include:
To draw, cut patterns, sew and execute several pieces from Spring/Summer 2011 collection with the designer and will be in charge of executing and completing the pieces of cloting assigned to them. She/he may also be helping with the retail of the shop.
Essential skills:
The graduate MUST be highly competent with sewing, cutting patterns, drawing sketches and designing primarily with linens and cashmeres. She/he must be adaptable, punctual and reliable, willing to work on whatever other tasks may arise with an open-mind and friendly attitude.
Desirable skills:
Experience working in retail or sales would be beneficial as sometimes help will be needed in the front of the store, talking to or helping clients.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Shayeesth Nazemi
Website: www.shicashmere.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP063). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Graphic Designer
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Freshbritain (Ref GIP059)
Fresh are a design & Marketing agency, specialising in Brand, Creative & Product Strategy. After Strategy we create; Product Design, Brand Design, Graphic Design, Trade Show & Retail Design, Creative Direction and Advertising. Our aim is to employ a combination of key players and rising stars to help global brands find their word and then spread their word. Freshbritain is the creative partner for brands with global ambition. Clients include Hunter, Dainese, Levi's, Speedo, Dr. Martens, Salomon, O'Neill, Asics, Renault, Ministry of Sound, New Era.
Length of placement: 8 weeks
Location: Camden
Experience gained: • Assist designers to develop creative concepts
• Create visual prototypes or mockups
• New Business and Pitch Development
• Contributing research and ideas
• Participating in brainstorming sessions
• Supporting administrative tasks
• Liaising with clients
• Create presentations
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions
• Graphic Design Graduate
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure
• A solid working knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs – Mac OS Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Office, etc
• Passion for design and an eagerness to collaborate with other people
• Self motivated, organised and accountable
• Strong communication skills
• Good telephone skills are a must, together with the understanding of office etiquette
• Dedicated, hard working & innovative
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Gareth Parkinson
Website: www.freshbritain.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP059). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008 and 2009 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. MA students who graduated in early 2010 can apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Researcher
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Freshbritain (Ref GIP060)
Fresh are a design & Marketing agency, specialising in Brand, Creative & Product Strategy. After Strategy we create; Product Design, Brand Design, Graphic Design, Trade Show & Retail Design, Creative Direction and Advertising. Our aim is to employ a combination of key players and rising stars to help global brands find their word and then spread their word. Freshbritain is the creative partner for brands with global ambition. Clients include Hunter, Dainese, Levi's, Speedo, Dr. Martens, Salomon, O'Neill, Asics, Renault, Ministry of Sound, New Era.
Length of placement: 8 weeks
Location: Camden
Experience gained: • New Business and Pitch Development
• Contributing research and ideas
• Participating in brainstorming sessions
• Supporting administrative tasks
• Liaising with clients
• Create presentations
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions
• Gathering information to help formulate Strategy
• Research Product, Brand & Creative output from specified targets
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure
• A solid working knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs – Mac OS Microsoft Office, etc
• Passion for marketing and design and an eagerness to collaborate with other people
• Self motivated, organised and accountable
• Strong communication skills
• Good telephone skills are a must, together with the understanding of office etiquette
• Dedicated, hard working & innovative
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Gareth Parkinson
Website: www.freshbritain.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP060). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008 and 2009 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. MA students who graduated in early 2010 can apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Product Designer
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Freshbritain (Ref GIP061)
Fresh are a design & Marketing agency, specialising in Brand, Creative & Product Strategy. After Strategy we create; Product Design, Brand Design, Graphic Design, Trade Show & Retail Design, Creative Direction and Advertising. Our aim is to employ a combination of key players and rising stars to help global brands find their word and then spread their word. Freshbritain is the creative partner for brands with global ambition. Clients include Hunter, Dainese, Levi's, Speedo, Dr. Martens, Salomon, O'Neill, Asics, Renault, Ministry of Sound, New Era.
Length of placement: 8 weeks
Location: Camden
Experience gained: • Assist designers to develop creative concepts for apparel, footwear / other
• Create visual prototypes or mockups
• New Business and Pitch Development
• Contributing research and ideas
• Participating in brainstorming sessions
• Supporting administrative tasks
• Liaising with clients
• Create presentations
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions
• Trend Forecasting
• Developing Product Segmentation & Strategy
• Fashion Design Graduate
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure
• A solid working knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs – Mac OS
• Passion for fashion design and an eagerness to collaborate with other people
• Self motivated, organised and accountable
• Strong communication skills
• Good telephone skills are a must, together with the understanding of office etiquette
• Dedicated, hard working & innovative
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Gareth Parkinson
Website: www.freshbritain.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP061). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008 and 2009 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. MA students who graduated in early 2010 can apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Digital Marketing Co-Ordinator
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Mac People (Ref GIP057)
Mac People is a successful and forward thinking digital and creative recruitment agency.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate to come and work with us in the buzzing creative industry, helping us to improve our digital offering and market presence.
Length of placement: 16 weeks (Hours 9.00-6.00) - September start
Location: West End
Experience gained: Acting as our online brand guardian, you will develop a thorough understanding of social media and networking sites, ensuring that our presence on Facebook/Linkedin/Twitter and Blog is constantly active and encourages SEO/SMO. You will gain an awareness of advertising and media management, learn more about the different advertising avenues we use and create copy for various job roles for both online and offline media. This role will also develop your mac skills and give you your first step into the digital and creative markets, whilst working within a friendly and energetic team.
You will be passionate about online and digital media and be familiar with media communication channels. Innovative and motivated, you will be able to spot new ways to communicate with our online audience and help to maximise exposure for our brand. IT skills are required, including working knowledge of social media, Web 3.0, web browsers, macs and other forms of digital communication.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering a minimum of £6.50 per hour. (May lead to full time position offering £18-20K).
Supervision: Martin King
Website: www.macpeople.co.uk
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP057). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008 and 2009 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. MA students who graduated in early 2010 can apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Digital Marketing /Sales & PR Assistant
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Love My Dog Ltd (Ref GIP056)
Lovemydog is the leading pet couture supplier in Britain. A unique opportunity has arisen for a full time intern to assist the creative director for work experience. Lovemydog sell their designs throughout the UK, USA, Japan and Europe, their major clients are Harrods, Selfridges, Heals, The Conran Shop & The National Gallery. We are a small but busy company and can promise the successful candidate a strong insight into experience of running your own creative business.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Hoxton
Experience gained: The graduate could gain experience of a vast variety of day to day creative business activities including staff management, assisting on photo shoots and visual merchandising the showroom. Gaining valuable senior level experience to enhance their career. This placement would benefit a graduate who is keen to run their own creative business but is yet unsure of what exactly they'd like to do and is hands on, organized and enjoys varied duties. There is potential for international travel to trade fairs and specific selling trips to regions of the world.
Marketing and PR / Design or Fashion Business graduate with knowledge of Multimedia, Web Design or Graphic Design with relevant work experience required.
Coming up with creative ideas to promote the brand, writing press releases. Getting in touch with press on up and coming stories. Creating ideas for competitions and creating hype around the brand through tools like facebook, twitter, newsletters and blogs. Management of the ecommerce site. Co –ordinate sales and liase with buyers from prestigious department stores and boutiques worldwide. Working closely with all stockists and buyers to coordinate the orders and relevant paperwork for the accounts team. Responsible for all buying appointments and participation at trade shows. Identify, update and support development of the sales department and develop sales strategies. Working with the production team on liaising order quantities and production orders, early deliveries, sample delivery. Day to day account / stock management and paperwork duties.
Confident with a friendly phone manner and are well presented. Strong IT skills. Awareness of the creative consumer and the creative industry and be educated in marketing, PR and social network strategies. New media interest and capabilities- blogs, podcasts, videos, social media and all apple programmes. Extensive use of MAC computers and programmes a must. It would suit someone who is innovative, passionate and creative while enjoying freedom with regards to set briefs. You must be self motivated. Ultimately we are wholesalers/ retailers so it's important that applicants are confident with a friendly phone manner and are well presented.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Lilly Shahravesh
Website: www.lovemydog.biz
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP056). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008 and 2009 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. MA students who graduated in early 2010 can apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Web Design & Digital Executive
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP Banksthomas Ltd (Ref GIP009)
Based in Old Street, Hoxton, we are a digital marketing, web design and ecommerce agency. We are looking for a talented web designer to join our team to undertake various web design and digital marketing activities. Banksthomas has an excellent portfolio of web design and digital marketing projects, and has worked with a variety of well-known brands, organisations and individuals. Creative work produced by Banksthomas includes web site design and development, ecommerce sites, email marketing, social media marketing and online brand development. Banksthomas is the sister company of Spinach Design, who specialise in brand development, corporate Identities, direct mail and publication design. Banksthomas is a successful and dynamic agency with great opportunities for long term and rapid career progression for the right candidate. Banksthomas and Spinach Design clients include organisations such as Corney and Barrow (Wine Bars and Merchants), Diageo, Hill Knowlton, John Mckenna TV, Lussmanns, Crimsonwing Plc, Health Talk Online, Really Useful Theatres, Martin Miller’s Gin, Weber Shandwick and Bolls, amongst many others.
The right candidate will be given excellent exposure and experience of design, web design, branding and digital marketing by working across both businesses.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Old Street
Experience gained: The right candidate will be given exposure to range of tasks and activities that will rapidly develop them as individuals and will ready them for a career in design.
The candidate will learn a mixture of design, business and technical skills. Specifically, the applicant will gain experience of working;
• New Business and Pitch Development
• Web Site Design and Project Management
• Website Administration
• HTML Email Design and Campaign Management
• Social Media Marketing and Design
We are looking for design, web design / digital media, new media design, graphic design, or communications graduates.
The main duties and responsibilities of the graduate position will include;
New Business Pitches
• To assist the creative director and marketing director on developing pitches, contributing research, ideas, participating in brainstorming sessions, whilst undertaking supporting administrative tasks.
• To undertake web design that maybe used as part of web design presentation or proposal
Website Projects
• To undertake web design and CSS work as required for new and on-going web design projects.
Website Administration
• Liaising with clients and identifying their website content and design update requirements.
• Day-to-day management and updating of clients websites
• Working with internal web developers, management of clients’ web development projects.
• Dealing with clients’ day-to-day website queries
HTML Email Design
• Email Campaign Management
• Liaising with clients to identify campaign requirements
• Design and testing of HTML and Text emails
• Working with Marketing consultant, testing and delivery management
• Client campaign feedback
Social Media Marketing
• To design and contribute design assets to be used across various on-going social media campaigns
Administrative
• Taking client phone calls and requirements
• Updating the internal MIS system with client requirements
• Maintain client work sheet and hours
The candidate needs to be talented and passionate about design. Excellent communication and numerical skills are a must.
The individual needs to be confident and motivated. Able to work in a team, yet organised and proactive enough to work their own task list.
Applicants should have some examples of digital work, be it from an academic project, personal portfolio or work experience. They should also have a strong design portfolio.
An in-depth working knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs such as MAC, Photoshop, Illustrator and Dreamweaver.
HTML / CSS
Preference will be given to those who demonstrate an enhanced knowledge of the Internet, Social Media and general online trends such as Mobile Media, Mobile Applications, and the development of the Web.
Applicants with knowledge of Joomla and Wordpress CMS systems are highly desirable and will be given preference over those that do not have such skills.
Experience of using new media design tools such as flash and fireworks is also desirable.
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Leigh Banks
Website: www.spinachdesign.com and www.banksthomas.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and some portfolio examples to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP009). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Are you eligible to apply? Only 2008 and 2009 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. MA students who graduated in early 2010 can apply. This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Design Intern
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP - Granta Publications (Ref GIP039)
Independent book and literary magazine publisher.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Holland Park
Experience gained: The graduate will develop an understanding of the creative and visual requirements of a literary publisher. Experience will range from the design, art direction and promotion of a magazine. They will be involved in bespoke visual projects, research and design for literary books. They will also be exposed to the digital strategy of a developing publishing house.
Graphic design graduate.
Main duties will consist of assisting the Artistic Director with a variety of creative tasks. The intern will produce designs and illustrations for promotional items across the group in accordance with set brand guidelines. They will be requested to search for and create imagery for the magazine. If skills are developed enough, the intern will also have the opportunity to work on cover designs for the two literary book imprints.
Broad set of image making and typographic skills (including text design).
Cultural awareness, a good communicator and willingness to learn.
Knowledge of print processes
Essential software skills:
Adobe Indesign CS4
Adobe Illustrator CS4
Adobe Photoshop CS4
Adobe Acrobat CS4
Awareness of web, digital media and moving image.
Illustrative ability
Awareness of book cover design
Organisational skills
Desirable Software Skills:
Quicktime Pro
Adobe Dreamweaver CS4
Adobe Flash CS4
Microsoft Office
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering £8.57 per hour.
Supervision: Michael Salu
Website: www.granta.com
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV, cover letter and relevant links to previous work to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk. Please quote ref (GIP039). Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Please note: This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme. Only 2008 and 2009 graduates from UK higher education institutions are eligible to apply. MA students who graduated in early 2010 can apply.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.
Entry Level Web Designer
PAID CREATIVE GRADUATE INTERNSHIP: Classic Studios (Ref GIP001)
We are a new media agency based in Shoreditch and are looking for a talented web designer to join our team.
Classic Studios (www.classicstudios.co.uk) has a strong portfolio of web design, development and digital marketing projects and has worked with a variety of clients from well known FMCG brands and large scale financial institutions to musicians and singer/songwriters.
The creative output of the agency includes brand identities, website interfaces, HTML emails, Flash banners, Flash games and video.
Length of placement: 12 weeks
Location: Shoreditch, London
Experience gained: • Assist creative director to develop creative concepts according to creative
brief requirements
• Apply brand identity guidelines, typography, photography, colour and other
elements appropriately to create innovative visual solutions that meet
business and user needs
• Visualize, design and conceptualize a user experience
• Create visual prototypes or mockups
• From agreed designs produce HTML or rich media assets in line with best
practices
Required skills and experience:
• Applicants should have some examples of digital work be it as part of an
academic project, personal portfolio or through relevant work experience
• Strong design portfolio
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure with careful attention
to detail
• A solid working knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs –
Mac OS/PC, Photoshop and Illustrator, etc.
• HTML/CSS (Ability to render web pages without using tables through CSS
controlled layouts)
• Knowledge of rich media technologies such as flash is desirable but not
essential
• A good working knowledge of interactivity and the Web
• Passion for design and eagerness to collaborate with other creative people
• Self motivated, organized and accountable
• Strong communication skills
• Online enthusiast
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in a visual communication discipline required
Expenses:This is a paid full time internship offering NMW of £5.80 per hour.
Supervision: Sanjay Sinha
Website: www.classicstudios.co.uk
To apply: If you feel you meet the above requirements and want to apply for this position please send your CV and cover letter together with a link to your online portfolio (essential) to gradinternships@arts.ac.uk Please quote ref (GIP001)
Only short listed applicants will be contacted directly by the company.
Please note: This paid internship is offered as part of the HEFCE funded Creative Graduate Internship Programme and only graduates from 2008 and 2009 are eligible to apply.
Closing date: Only the first 30 applications received will be forwarded to the host company.