How to nyfw

HOW DO YOU SECURE AN INTERNSHIP?

First, Write up a short paragraph about your background and any experience you have in the fashion industry, similar to a cover letter. (WHO? WHAT? WHY? HOW?) This can be copied and pasted for multiple applications. Keep it to the point and express gratitude.

Second, Choose which brands you will be reaching out to. You can be selective if you choose but if you reach out to 20, only 5 may respond. Find their press email from Instagram, LinkedIn, or the brand website.

Third, Reach out to the brand's press email, DM's, or customer service if you can't find it, paste your bio, and attach your resume.

TIPS

• Begin reaching out as soon as the CFDA drops the upcoming NYFW schedule

• Have a professional and updated resume to send on demand

• Try to find the brands press and production manager via LinkedIn

What are ways to get involved?

Dresser - understanding what garments you will dress your model in, how many changes there are, mapping out the fasting route

Social Media - You take over the brand's social media accounts to capture what is happening live

General Intern - This includes being on standby for the (smaller) designer's needs. Roles include set-up, greeting, sewing, working other events, etc.

Journalist - You can get access to exclusive spaces through press and media. For example, ink magazine.

I’VE MADE IT BACKSTAGE,WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

DO'S

• Be professional at all times

• Wear all black

• Make an effort to say hi to higher-ups and other interns, so everyone!

• Try to look busy at all times, be ready for any task

• Make sure to eat!

• Introduce yourself to your model, and check in with them to make sure they are comfortable with your actions

• Keep your name tags. They could grant you access into shows you aren’t working.

• ASK QUESTIONS!

DONT'S

• Be on your phone too much

• Wait until you are dismissed to leave

• BE LATE!

• No photos while models are getting dressed