I found my internship through the MICAnetwork. I was looking for an internship that I could use my video production skills in, I purposely choose an internship that wasn’t in my field to get a broader production experience. I applied to two different fashion houses but chose Yele Stitches.
My many tasks included filming and editing videos, helping with planning, assisting with photoshoots, helping with website maintenance, and learning how to run a business. Before I started there, I had no idea how much planning goes into producing a collection. My supervisor had to start planning almost a year in advance to get ready for a future season. So, that means she had to be really creative to stay within fashion trends and be innovative.
What I’m most proud about is the documentary I shot of Yele Stitches. It took a lot of time and effort to get the right shots and coverage. But, I captured it in its truest form and showed just how hard working and innovative people can be. Working with Yele Stitches was just so welcoming and rewarding. I learned that running a business is not for the lighthearted or those who are trying to make a quick buck. You must really want to succeed and put the effort in to further your business. Balancing this internship with graduate work really did prepare me for the future. It gave me a glimpse of freelance work.
This experience will help as I move forward towards opening my LLC. I will forever be grateful that I was allowed the chance to intern with Yele Stitches.
