I’m sure many of you reading this blog are students who have applied to FIT or want to apply in the future. What I would have loved to know as a prospective student was “What is a typical day like for an FIT student?” Hopefully this post gives you an idea. However, please note that …
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Discovering a Major: Visual Presentation and Exhibition Design
by Kate Kim as told to Emily Bennett I am currently in my final semester in Fabric Styling, but I got my Associate’s degree in Visual Presentation and Exhibition Design. The Visual Presentation and Exhibition Design (VPED) major focuses on the visual aspects of designing displays and equipment, and the overall merchandising of a store. …
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Transitions
If you would have asked me what I wanted to do with my life this time last year, I would have told that you I was going to be a beauty photographer shooting ad campaigns for Sephora, Urban Decay, and Chanel. Today if you were to ask me, I would say that I want to …
Discovering a Major: Technical Design
by Olivia Jorge as told to Emily Bennett Technical Design involves fitting garments and understanding both the design and production sides of the industry. Most students in the program came from a fashion design background or took prerequisite courses in draping and pattern making. The Technical Design program focuses on understanding garment construction through flat …
Prepare for an Internship
FIT is known for having students that are go-getters. It’s not uncommon for a student to be taking 21 credits, having two jobs, and an internship (yes I described myself). So with us living in a city full of opportunities, I have a few tips and tricks of how to scout out your dream internship …