Portfolio, Katie Calvert

Katie Calvert Editorial Portfolio

Published editorial work Print & Online 2012-2018 Fashion Textiles Trend Travel History

Personal Profile A strong arts and design professional with a Master of Arts (MA) in Multimedia Journalism from The Manchester Metropolitan University and a (BA) Hons in Fashion Communication and Promotion.

Excellent written and communication skills with a broad range of experience in the fashion and textile industry, including editorial content, proofreading, copywriting, and public relations.

First published content for the arts and fashion sections of T’Hud, a university magazine, before creating two new publications, Eden and Fashion Vanguard. To further this written experience a Master of Arts was completed, with Distinction. Currently freelance writing for a luxury textile brand, Rowan Yarns (owned by Mez Crafts), and Create and Develop Resourcing, a fashion recruitment company.

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Publication: Create and Develop Resourcing blog Date: July 2018 Title: ‘Paris: Haute Couture Round Up’ Word Count: 1,240 A round up of three of the Haute Couture shows in Paris: Chanel, Christian Dior and Givenchy.

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Publication: Create and Develop Resourcing blog Date: May 2018 Title: ‘The Meghan Markle Effect’ Word Count: 701 Part review of the recent royal wedding, between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, including an outfit round up, alongside discussing the effect Meghan already has, and will have, on fashion sales.

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Publication: Create and Develop Resourcing blog Date: April 2018 Title: ‘South Asia Design at Manchester Art Gallery’ Word Count: 438 Review of the exhibition South Asia Design, exploring the different themes.

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Publication: Rowan Knitting and Crochet Magazine Number 63 Date: Spring Summer 2018 Title: 'Has Weaving Weaved Its Way Back Into Favour?'

Word Count: 402 This trend piece looks at the current resurgence of weaving, within both the textile industry and as a hobby, explaining how and why Rowan has evoked weaving for their spring summer 2018 collections.

Publication: Rowan Knitting and Crochet Magazine Number 62 Date: Autumn Winter 2017 Title: ‘Travel Journal, Kinship Story’ Word Count: 1,155 This feature article documents the photoshoot for Rowan’s ‘Kinship’ story, 22 knitwear designs for women photographed in Haworth, Yorkshire, home of the famous literary sisters, the Brontës. The history of these fascinating sisters is explored, revealing why it was the perfect spot for this particular Rowan story.

Publication: Rowan Printed Newsletter Date: February 2018 Title: ‘The Home of Rowan... Brooke’s Mill’ Word Count: 802 This article delves into the history of the mill that now houses Rowan, Brooke’s Mill, in the heart of Yorkshire.

Publication: Rowan Online Newsletter Date: Spring 2018 Title: ‘Where Yarn Begins’ Word Count: 957 The first in a four part series, this article explores the origins of Rowan yarn, before it can be developed, knitted and lovingly worn.

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Book Review

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Historical Feature

Art Review

Publication: Fashion Vanguard issue one Date: Summer 2015 This publication was created during the final year of my undergraduate fashion course. It is a printed mock supplement for The Guardian newspaper, focused on the themes of fashion, women and politics.

22 articles were sourced, researched and written for the print publication.

A further five were created for the online content.

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Publication: Fashion Vanguard issue one Date: Summer 2015 Title: ‘Compassionate Fashion’ Word Count: 837 ‘Compassionate Fashion’ encompasses much of what Fashion Vanguard is about - fashion, women and the politics of fashion. It gives an insight into how fast fashion predominantly affects women, working in poor envrionments, and how the consumer can help combat this.

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Publication: Humanity Hallows Date: Issue 6, Summer 2017 Title: Postgraduate dos and don’ts Word Count: 331 ‘Postgraduate dos and dont’s’ is an easy to read guide of what to do and what not to do when studying for a postgraduate course.

Further editorial experience includes writing art and fashion articles for the University of Huddersfields magazine, T’Hud; and, as Editor-in-Chief of Eden, a university created magazine for the working woman, writing life and style features (available to view online).

Curriculum Vitae Editorial/Fashion Experience Company: Mez Crafts (handcrafting); Create and Develop Resourcing (fashion recruitment) Role: Freelance Writing Duration: June 2017 to present • Published articles on a range of topics including fashion and textiles, trend, travel and history • In-depth research and analysis • Able to adapt to the written style of the brand • Work independently and around other responsibilities Company: N Brown Group plc - online fashion retailer Role: Sales Assistant for Simply Be/Jacamo Duration: July 2017 to present • Meeting weekly sales targets • Customer service - engagement and communication with the general public • Good awareness of retail and fashion trends • Commercial awareness of how a fast-paced business operates • Visual merchandising • Handling of cash and cards • Dealing with phone queries • Able to successfully work around other responsibilities, including freelance writing Company: Guardian Series - regional newspaper group Role: Work Experience Duration: June 2017 to June 2017 • Researched, sourced and wrote content published in five local newspapers • Conducted telephone interviews to inform a range of articles • Worked to strict time constraints, developing an understanding of the fast-paced nature of a newspaper office Company: Influential Agency - integrated communications agency Role: Work Experience Duration: June 2017 to June 2017 • Researched and wrote content for the construction industry • Carried out a number of telephone interviews to source key information • Developed an understanding of how a PR agency works, as opposed to previous experience in an in-house PR team Company: Mez Crafts - handcrafting Role: Design Room Assistant Duration: September 2015 to May 2017 • Published editorial content for their brand, Rowan, in the bi-annual magazine and monthly newsletters • Copywriting for the digital team • Proofreader for editorial work, brochures and knitting patterns • Regular use of Illustrator to create knitting charts • Regular use of Excel to assist with the admin process • Strong understanding of current and future trends and an excellent knowledge of all the collections Company: WGSN - trend forecasting Role: Menswear Content Team Assistant Duration: January 2014 to July 2014 • In-depth research - sourcing items and details for future trend forecasts • Crediting imagery • Adept at trend forecasting

Company: Aeffe S.p.A. - joint stock company operating internationally for the luxury clothing sector Role: Press Office Intern for Moschino and Alberta Ferretti Duration: September 2013 to December 2013 • Regular use of Excel, reporting press coverage of garments • Liaison with the head office in Milan • Ensured correct garments were delivered and returned efficiently • Maintained the showroom, welcomed clients and carried out reception duties Company: University of Huddersfield - educational institution Role: Student Journalist Duration: September 2011 to July 2012 • Published reviews for ‘T’Hud’ student magazine on fashion and art Further experience Assistant Curator - dressing mannequins and creating displays for an exhibition by students at the University of Huddersfield Backstage Dresser/Front of House - welcomed visitors, dealt with personal requests, dressed models under time pressure Work Shadowing Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham - during his election campaign, after having interviewed him Student Representative - good communication with staff and students, attended meetings, organised the first year fashion show Playworker - good interaction with an age group ranging from 4 to 11 years old and their parents/guardians, ensured the children’s well-being at all times, certificates acquired in basic food hygiene, child behaviour, safeguarding children

Education Place of study: Manchester Metropolitan University, September 2016 - September 2017 Course: MA Multimedia Journalism Grade: Distinction Modules: Journalism Professional Practice, Online Journalism, Broadcast Skills, Convergence and Work Placement, NCTJ standard Media Law Final Project: Dissertation, discussing the importance of museums within British society Place of study: University of Huddersfield, September 2011 - July 2015 Course: BA (Hons) Fashion Communication and Promotion Grade: First Class Honours Modules: Journalism, PR, Marketing, Trend Forecasting, Visual Merchandising, Print Production and Digital, Dissertation, Contextual Studies, Placement Year (interned at WGSN and Aeffe S.p.A.) Final Project: Mock supplement for The Guardian on the themes of fashion, women and politics, entitled Fashion Vanguard Other education Kirklees College - Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Merit), City & Guilds in Life Drawing (Distinction) Greenhead College - 3 A Levels - A* to B Royds Hall High School - 11 GCSEs, including English and Maths - A* to B

Interests Exhibitions on fashion, art and history: Including a recent visit to ‘No Turning Back’ at the Migration Museum, London, and ‘South Asia Design’ at Manchester Art Gallery Theatre: Plays, musicals and the ballet. Most recently seen ‘Fat Friends The Musical’ at Manchester Opera House Current Affairs Reading and teaching: Utilised this interest and skill at Lindley Out of School Club, helping children to read

Katie Calvert Editorial Portfolio

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