Case Studies

LCF FirstMove loves catching up with our alumni’s personal journey - from students to graduates and beyond. We have asked some of our graduates to share their experiences on a range of employment issues which current LCF students face as they begin to explore their career options. Read on for tips and advice from your peers on establishing a career you love.

Luru Wei – Fashion Photography

Luru Wei –Head Photographer at Luru Wei Ltd   Luru Wei specialises in equine, fashion, product and wedding photography. Her love of horses and...

Ina Steinnes – BA Fashion Promotion

Ina Steinnes discusses how her LCF placement was an important springboard in preparing her for a professional career

Caroline Beckman – BA PDDFI Clothing

Caroline Beckman gives us an insider's perspective on the application process and what it takes to be successful at H&M

David Smith – BA Fashion Management

David Smith revisits his job search process to bring us tips on how graduates can keep morale up whilst maintaining a search strategy which...

Katy Tyrrell – BA Fashion Promotion

Katy Tyrrell discusses how work experience not only helps you gain practical knowlegde about your industry, but can also be an important confidence booster

Amy Cain – BA FDT Surface Textiles

Amy Cain, BA FDT Surface Textile graduate, shares her views on the benefits of a good work placement and developing contacts

Trisha Sakhlecha – BA FDT Womenswear

Trisha Saklecha shares her experiences working in the fashion industry as a womenswear design freelancer

April Travell – FDT Surface Textiles

April Travell, passes on her thoughts on the importance of keeping your job search focused to secure a great job with a great employer

Holli Parkinson – BA FDT Surface Textiles

Holli Parkinson is a Design Assistant at H&M, she gives us an insider's perspective on working for a busy and sucessful highstreet fashion brand...