GOSSIP & GLAMOUR MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Gossip & Glamour, Seattle’s leading fashion PR firm, deeply believes in supporting the next generation of fashion industry professionals. Our mentorship program is the perfect blend of hands-on learning and real-time feedback that will help students and emerging industry professionals to develop the critical skills necessary for success in a competitive market. Graduates of the Gossip & Glamour mentorship program have gone on to secure jobs in fashion PR, marketing, and social media.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is for individuals who want real industry experience in fashion marketing, event planning, and public relations. Our fast-paced environment is perfect for motivated self-starters who are eager to learn and receive feedback. This experience is designed to give participants hands-on experience in the world of fashion PR, which also includes partnerships, community building, social media, and special events.
We put this program on hold in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, but we’re back and ready to help support the next generation of fashion industry professionals launch successful careers.
To better serve this market, we’re hosting two groups for the spring session:
Group 1: Students working toward a career in fashion who are looking for an internship/mentorship experience in fashion. This group will meet weekly (in person or virtually) with the Gossip & Glamour team and monthly (in person or virtually)with the larger mentorship group. This is the perfect program for students who want access to various aspects of the fashion industry in order to make informed decisions about their career path.
Group 2: Emerging fashion industry professionals looking for personal and professional development, networking opportunities, and business insight. This group will meet in a 1:1 setting twice a month with the Gossip & Glamour team and participate in monthly virtual #PowerLunches with fellow program participants. This is a great program for people looking for a strategic career coach and fashion industry mentor.
Student Qualifications:
Applicants must be working toward a degree in fashion or have retail experience with the goal of starting a career in the fashion industry
Applicants must have a basic understanding of the fashion industry and a love of business/entrepreneurship
Must be able to communicate effectively with others (clients, staff, vendors, etc.), meet deadlines, and work well in teams.
Applicant must be able to work on-site or remotely approximately 2-3 hours per week
Applicant must be willing to meet virtually or in-person 1x per month in a larger group mentorship setting
Applicant must possess a true passion for working in the fashion industry and be willing to take constructive criticism
Applicants must have at least 2 references (teachers, supervisors, etc.) who can vouch for applicants enthusiasm, experience, and work ethic
Emerging fashion industry professional qualifications:
Applicants must have 2 years of retail experience (or equivalent)
Applicants must have a basic understanding of the fashion industry and a love of business/entrepreneurship
Must be able to communicate effectively with others and conduct appropriate follow-ups in a timely manner
Applicants must possess a true passion for working in the fashion industry and be willing to take constructive criticism to further their personal and professional growth
Applicant must be available to meet 2x per month (virtually or in-person) with the Gossip & Glamour mentorship team
Applicants must be available 1x per month to participate in virtual #PowerLunches with fellow program participants
Applicant must have at least 2 professional references who can vouch for applicants enthusiasm, experience, and work ethic
Why be part of the gossip & glamour mentorship program
The old internship model didn’t fit with our collaborative work style, so we decided to evolve the program into a mentorship model that would better serve students and help prepare them for jobs in the fashion industry. Our program is strategic, meaningful, and a great way for students to learn more about the world of fashion PR and build valuable skills in marketing and communications. In this program, you won’t be getting coffee or running mindless errands, you’ll be on the ground learning the ropes of the industry, networking, and keeping up with media trends.
How to Apply
Applications are now closed for the spring session. Thank you for your interest!
NEXT SESSION
The spring 2022 mentorship program begins on January 17, 2022 and ends on May 2, 2022.