<p>My goal is to work for a fashion magazine in New York like Vogue, Marie Claire, etc. My dream job would be reporting on fashion, working on editorials, styling, etc., so I don't know what double major would be the best choice. I am for sure going to major in Journalism. But im not sure if I should double major in Marketing/Journalism or Public Relations/Journalism. None of the schools im applying has fashion merchandising as an option so im thinking that Marketing or Public Relations will cover some of the similar concepts. Im planning on going to the University of Miami, because i like the flexibility of the journalism program they offer and I would be able to do alot of internships. If anyone in the fashion career has any advice, that would be helpful! Or if you know of any fashion pr firms in miami where I could intern?</p>
<p>Conde Nast who publishes big magazines like Vogue GQ etc have summer internships for college students in NYC every year. You apply by either January or February of the year you want to intern.
In addition to this, your best bet at breaking into the industry is attending schools that seem like they would be target schools for fashion employers or companies or at least attending school in a city that has a lot to offer in terms of a fashion industry-like LA or NYC. I don’t know what Miami is like, but I know here in LA, getting an internship while in school(it will most likely be unpaid everywhere, including NYC) is relatively easy. Even if your school doesn’t have connections, craigslist seems to be a good resource. Simply type in fashion into craigslist’s job section and a ton of internships pop up. You could technically end up majoring in anything at any school and still get an internship as long as you’re in the city. Even if the city you attend school isn’t well known for fashion, gaining retail clothing experience can be a great start. You’ll be exposed to other careers in fashion, and if you’re lucky you may find yourself helping out with the styling when helping out with the store visuals/floor sets.
Secondly, in regards to your education/schooling. I’d aim for the best academic school you can get into without getting into much debt. Journalism and the fashion industry are notorious for cheap labor. There are more people trying to break in, than positions available.
Also, I’m not sure if you like journalism, but my advise is to not get caught up on a major correlating to a direct career. In any humanities/liberal arts majors you will be forced to right. You don’t need journalism as a major to become a journalist or work at a publication.</p>
<p>thanks for all your help :)</p>