Hi Fashionista Readers,
I need some advice regarding the fashion industry job market in NYC. I currently live in San Diego and work at one of the only retailers headquartered here. However, it has been my life long ambition to move to NYC and pursue a career in fashion.
I am ready to take the plunge! Clearly given the economic climate, fashion jobs have been scarce and most companies seem to not want to give the time of day to cross-country applicants. I've had a couple interviews but none for my "dream" job.
Do you think I should I take a job that I'm not wowed by for the sake of a paycheck (obviously a necessity to live in NYC)? Or, should I take a gamble and move out there jobless to see what I kind of fashion job I can come across while physically being in the city? Anyone have any advice - especially New Yorkers??
Thanks!!
posted by OliverandTinsley
Oct 20, 2009 5:22PM
what do you mean by "job in fashion?" Journalism, PR, sales, etc... It's a well known fact that, here in NYC, you'll be hard-pressed to even land an interview without living in the city. When I was looking for my first fashion (journalism) job in the city, I sent my resume in on a Tuesday afternoon, an editor emailed me Wednesday morning, I was at her office at 1p.m. that same day. Got the job on Thursday started that following Monday. It's a crazy process and I am def. not the only one who landed a position in that way. My advice, move to nyc first. Nanny, waitress, work at The Gap or live off savings. The day you get here is the day you start applying to everything you can with your new address at the top of your resume. Bon chance!