Part One of Four This series of long-overdue blog posts consists of typed up, near verbatim notes from the diary I kept during my placement on the Marie Claire Features department. They are very honest, a bit broken up, and I haven’t named anyone, as I feel that would be weird. In the name of … Continue reading »
Digital Journalism Doorway
Having just graduated from the University of Birmingham, I am ever-jealous and bitter of those remaining, and those who are just starting as freshers. I honestly think I could do it all again, I enjoyed it that much, and I reckon I’d probably get better grades in first year as well. No more eating Super … Continue reading »
JW Anderson for Topshop
The new J.W. Anderson for Topshop collection has jumped onto the Topshop website with Autumnal glory – quirky knitted jumpers, long shirt dresses and some amazing pink tortoises. I love that this designer collaboration isn’t just a clothes range – Anderson looks like he’s had a lot of fun with this. Designer snap bracelet, anyone? … Continue reading »
Preparing for Work Experience: A Checklist
Got some work experience coming up? Particularly, journalistic-related work experience? Checkiddy-check yourself before you wreck yo’self! The Dinero A good few months before hand, get to grips with your finances – really, this is an important one to look at. Think big picture stuff first, then work your way down to the little things. For … Continue reading »
The Importance of Independence
I’ve just signed up for my second job, and, having decided to continue renting instead of moving back in with my parents after graduating, I am assured of one thing: my independence is very important to me. This may just spawn from a love of wearing pyjamas until 4pm on my days off, and eating … Continue reading »
Interviewing… The Upcoming Travel Journalist
This is a little interview I conducted with my good friend from university, Gemma Fottles. She, like myself, has only just graduated, and had already landed a gig as a travel journalist and cross-media reporter for SPAR UK. I asked to ‘interview’ her due to, firstly, her being a success story for any Arts graduate … Continue reading »
Zoe & Morgan: LFW Interview Deluxe
So, this is an interview (one of my first ever interviews) that I did when I was at London Fashion Week last September (SS ’12). And I have to say, it was such a lovely interview to do – not only because of a genuine love of the brand, but also because of the lovely … Continue reading »