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The Fashion Network (TFN) is running events to inspire young people towards careers in the industry. 08/03/2012

Starting in March, TFN will be hosting six events in Manchester covering all aspects of the industry.

Industry professionals that have been in a graduate position will answer your questions, revealing what it’s really like to work within the world of fashion whilst describing in detail the highs and lows involved in securing your dream job.

‘TFN have decided to generate this series of events to inform students and graduates on the skills required of them when stepping into the industry,’ said Dale Hicks, managing director of TFN. ‘The series will close with a recruitment day bringing both employer and graduates together,’ Hicks added.

The Future Generation Series will include speakers from companies such as: Boohoo.com; MissGuided; Gola; Rare Clothing; Umbro as well as up and coming designers like Lisa Stannard and Martine Alexander. There is also appearances from respected fashion figures such as Joanna Davies of BlackWhiteDenim and one of the UK’s most followed bloggers, DisneyRollerGirl.

The events run from 14 March 2012 until 2 May 2012 at Revolution, 90-94 Oxford Road, Manchester M1 5WH.

• Making It: In Fashion Design - Wednesday 14 March.
• Making It: In Retail Buying and Merchandising - Thursday 22 March.
• Making It: In Fashion PR and Marketing - Wednesday 28 March.
• Making It: In E-Tail - Wednesday 18 April.
• Making It: In Fashion Media - Wednesday 25 April.
• Making It: On Your Own - Wednesday 2 May.

Tickets are £6 for students and graduates or £10 for industry representatives and can be purchased at www.manchesterfashion.com/events