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Breaking down the job search
PREPARE1 SEARCH2 CLOSE3
• Job Goals & Job Fit
• Resume & Cover Letter
• Personal Branding
• References
• Applications & Follow-up
•Utilizing Recruiters
•Networking
• Interviews & Follow-up
•Negotiation
•Onboarding
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Fashion PR Assistant
Employer: Black FrameLocation: New York, NY
Date Posted/Updated: 07/04/2015
JobID: 41748
Job DescriptionBlack Frame, whose client roster includes Rodarte, Kenzo, Opening
Ceremony, Nicholas Kirkwood, Mansur Gavriel, Trademark, and Creatures
of the Wind is seeking a motivated and energetic Fashion PR Assistant.
Qualifications: • Extensive knowledge of the fashion and design industries
• A background in communications
• Good working knowledge of MS Office and sample trafficking through
FashionGPS
• One year of in-house or fashion PR agency experience required
The position requires a high degree of proficiency in time management
and thorough follow-up. In this role the Fashion PR Assistant will deal with
editors, stylists, and clients on a daily basis and be responsible for
sample trafficking and the day to day operations of several fashion
accounts.
Only candidates who demonstrate an expert knowledge and experience in
the fashion industry will be considered. Excellent attitude and references
are required for this exciting and fast-paced position.
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• Reverse the chronological order
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