Bridget Upton

Experience

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  RubyMoon GYM TO SWIM

  May 2018 - Jul 2018

  Fashion Marketing Intern

  Rubymoon is a small non-profit company that produce sustainable gym and swimwear. Whilst working for Rubymoon I was part of a small team. I was able to see all the different sides to running a sustainable company as I worked directly with the founder gaining invaluable experience. My responsibilities included managing multiple social media accounts, sourcing sustainable textiles, handling press, writing blog posts, assisting on shoots and sourcing influencers. I was also given some design projects towards the end of my internship. Show less

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  House of Holland

  Sept 2018 - Sept 2018

  Fashion Intern

  During London Fashion Week 2018 at House of Holland, I assisted in the preparation and duration of the event. My responsibilities included tracking down garments that were still in production, gathering garments and accessories from different locations, providing assistance in last-minute garment adjustments, and managing the organisation and dressing of models during the show. This experience taught me how to work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. I was able to gain insight into everything that goes on behind the scenes of a high-fashion company and experience the ins and outs of the run-up to a show in London Fashion Week. Show less

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  Heidi Klein

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2018

  Fashion Design Intern

  I was part of a small design team at Heidi Klein, meaning I would work primarily one on one with the head designer. I had a range of responsibilities from conducting design research for new lines, completing CADs and tech packs for products, assisting on fittings and communicating with the production and PR teams. I organised and kept track of our fabric library and assisted in the selection of fabrics.

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  Northumbria University

  Dec 2023 - now

  I'm currently working as a design intern for the IMPACT+ network. IMPACT+ is a multi-disciplinary network that challenges the way environmental impact is measured and assessed across the fashion and textile industries. It questions the reliability, authenticity and usability of data, exploring how existing methods of analysis could be having a detrimental effect on sustainable development. My role is a mix of marketing, design and assisting with research. I have created content, ran social media accounts and assisted in the marketing of the IMPACT+ Network's first symposium, held at Northumbria. My expertise in sustainable fashion design has allowed me to assist the team in interviewing attendees at the event, gathering insights and opinions. In addition, my understanding of the project has helped me create informative and engaging content for the audience, resulting in significant growth in our network and social media presence. Show less

  • Academic Assistant

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Design Intern for IMPACT+ network

    Dec 2023 - Mar 2024
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  The Microfibre Consortium

  Feb 2024 - now

  Communications Intern

  I am currently working with the team at The Microfibre Consortium as their communications specialist. I am responsible for web design, social media and other external communications.