The Chronicle, No. 668, September 2015

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has many facets and an area of expertise for almost everyone, it was also made clear that as much as you want that job, there are 30 other people who want it just as much and are just as qualified. Even after you have a work placement, this competition continues as those 30 left behind could replace you at any given moment if you cannot consistently prove your dedication. It was reassuring to

hear that after all that competing, kindness and helpfulness go a very long way in the industry. I would like to thank Zoë for visiting and informing us and Mr Vaughan-Fowler for organising it. It is notable that after the talk, Zoë spent an additional hour and a half answering our questions and was happy to give us all her business card. If only Karl Lagerfeld would be willing to help us out that much too!

Victoria Beckham in conversation at the Condé Nast College of Fashion & Design

diverse, but is still growing at a rapid rate. The introduction of technology is changing the game for any publishing company as the introduction of apps means that similar resources are available at a fraction of the price, or even for free. According to Zoë, every time she walks into the main offices of Condé Nast, another new face

is working on creating apps or improving the various websites of the publishing house’s publications. As someone who buys around five magazines a month, it is a relief to hear that the publishing industry is covering every angle so that print does not become a thing of the past. Although it is reassuring that fashion

Richard Hayes

Music School Demolition work is almost complete ready for the construction of the new Music School to open in 2016.

Bling!

Thanks to our generous former pupils, the St Edward’s School Society, the Cowell Gates have been restored, repainted and regilded so that they are now as glorious as they were when they were opened by HRH the Princess Royal in 1939.