Careers

The Internet is your oyster

“So you earn a living by…posting photos online?” The question dreaded amongst individuals who (often reluctantly) self-identify as an influencer when probed about their job title. For many of us, we spend hours scrolling, reading and watching bloggers online, which begs the question – why is this career still subject to scepticism (and raised eyebrows)?Continue reading “The Internet is your oyster”

A journey into fashion marketing

It’s no secret that landing a career in the fashion industry is competitive and requires a persistent attitude in order to land you a full time position. The 2006 film, The Devil Wears Prada, almost acted as a warning to derail us from perusing such a career. Aside from a lucky handful, many fashion graduatesContinue reading “A journey into fashion marketing”

How has COVID-19 changed online careers?

COVID-19 has caused chaos, devastation and altered the lives of many throughout the world. Due to the UK government enforcing a lockdown this week, we are all (aside from key workers) staying at home, with a LOT of hours to fill. During the midst of uncertainty, various influencers have been posting more and more regularContinue reading “How has COVID-19 changed online careers?”

Meet Laura Kingston, editor of the region’s new online women’s magazine High Life North.

Despite being a weekday there isn’t a spare table in sight at Caffe Bistro 1901 in Jesmond. Amongst the swarm of people we spot Laura and her adorable cavalier King Charles Henry; “I’m mainly working from my kitchen and coffee shops” she confesses, her table an organised chaos of notebooks, wires, and various Apple devices.Continue reading “Meet Laura Kingston, editor of the region’s new online women’s magazine High Life North.”