Our amazingly talented Textile Design students always impress judges with their entries for Stylesight’s Prints and Graphics Contest – and this season was no exception! Julie Seltzer, BFA Textile Design, was awarded first prize in the Stylesight Fall/Winter ’13 Competition.

Her rich Russian/Eastern European heritage inspired her collection for Stylesight’s F/W 13 Outré Megatrend. Julie’s deepest passion is for art and design, and she believes that there is potential for creativity in every aspect of life.

Julie also participated in a project for BCBG earlier this semester, and was awarded an internship for her amazing work. Congratulations Julie!

Follow the jump to see the prints Julie designed for the BCBG project! See more…

The fab team behind Crossroads has just opened a new store on Union called Fillmore & 5th – a higher end consignment shop where you can score amazing designer finds at a fraction of their original cost. Think contemporary labels like 3.1 Phillip Lim, Alexander Wang, and Rag & Bone, as well as luxury brands including Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci, and Lanvin. They’ll also have some lower priced labels such as Zara, BCBG, and Tory Burch to even out the selection.

And if you’re looking to score some cash instead of clothes, you can make an appointment to consign your items, or just drop them off and they’ll email you with pricing. So start cleaning out your closets and make room for some amazing new additions!

Fillmore & 5th – 1775 Union Street

BCBGMAXAZRIA stores are hiring extra help for the holiday season! So if you’re looking for a little extra cash to buy presents for friends, family – or a little something special for yourself – this is the perfect opportunity! Stores all around the county are looking for extra hands, so if there is a BCBGMAXAZRIA store near you, be sure to apply!

To Apply: Email resume, store location, and availability to seasonalhiring@bcbg.com

Last week, Julie Barrientos, a College Relations Specialist from BCBG, visited the School of Fashion. Over two days, she interviewed approximately 25 students from both the undergraduate and graduate programs in the areas of Design, Textiles, and Knitwear. She scrupulously looked over portfolios scouting for internships in various areas including Left Wing – which is their runway division, housing BCBG and Herve Leger – and Right Wing – which includes BCBG Generation and Max & Cleo.

Even though she had to catch a flight to LA just after her presentation, she took the time to review the portfolio of another student who was not able to get an interview slot and actually complimented her on taking the initiative to bring the portfolio “just in case” (a great lesson for the future!) She is truly dedicated to bringing true talent to the company. Also, during the Q&A, she spoke about what she looks for in a portfolio and emphasized the necessity for neatness (no coffee spills or torn pages) and encouraged students to invest in a clean professional portfolio format to give interviewers the right impression. She also mentioned that she enjoys seeing process pages and strong illustration skills with good proportions, and of course excellent flats.

We thank Julie for visiting us at the Academy of Art University and good luck to all the students who interviewed!

BCBG Internship and Recruitment Visits will take place this week on Wednesday Nov. 10-11. Each day will begin with a 10:00 a.m. presentation followed by portfolio reviews. Interview times can be self-requested by students by following the links below or they can email skozlowski@academyart.edu no later than Tuesday at 3 p.m., Nov 9.

Below are details regarding the presentations, eligibility and interviews. BCBG is recruiting for all areas including Apparel, Knitwear, Textiles, and Accessories. Both Internship and Associate Design Positions for 2011 are available.

SENIORS/ FULL TIME RECRUITMENT TALK: WEDNESDAY NOV 10/ 10:00 – 11:00 am,180 New Montgomery, Room 157

Interview location is Room 715. Following the presentation, Design Recruiter Robin DeLeonardis will interview Senior level BFA and MFA candidates interested in full-time opportunities within various BCBG divisions. Students can click here (it’s a Google doc) to view the schedule and request an interview time. Recent graduates and local Alumni are also invited to attend and interview.

JUNIORS/ INTERNSHIP TALK: THURSDAY NOV 11/ 10:00- 11 am, 79 New Montgomery, 5th floor Conference Room

BCBG Recruiter Julie Barrientos will be presenting to BFA and MFA Junior level students and interviewing for internship opportunities for the Spring 2011 and Summer 2011 semesters. Internships are full-time, based in LA and are for credit only. To be eligible, students must have units available to take the internship as credit and meet all University eligibility requirements for internships for credit (BFA: Min of 90 units completed + GPA of 3.0 min/ MFA: Director Approval and past Midpoint with Units Available + min 3.0 GPA). Click here for the junior interview timeslot request.

Full Time Internships across all divisions are offered with emphasis on Textiles, Apparel and Accessories. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with the BCBG design team and learn hands on while supporting the team. In exchange, the combination of industry experience and resume building potential is invaluable. All internships are based in Los Angeles with flexible start and end dates. There are approximately 8-10 positions available. While interning, completing LA courses or other FSH courses Online is encouraged. BCBG Internship Descriptions attached.

Here’s a handy-dandy interview checklist:

• Complete sign up for interview using above links (Wed for Seniors, Thursday for Juniors)
• Portfolio (3 or more projects recommended) 2 copies of Resume
• Mini Portfolio/ Takeaway Items (optional)
• Perform research of the various divisions of the BCBG brand and the BCBG vision
• Smile but don’t say fashion is your passion

Are you interested in th BCBG Fall 2010/ Spring 2011 Internship? If you are, here is all the info you need to know:

BCBG Internship Recruiter Vince Duran will be visiting on April 26th and April 27th and interviewing candidates for FALL and SPRING (no Summer) full-time internships across all divisions with emphasis on Textiles, Apparel and Accessories. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with the BCBG design team and learn hands on while supporting the team. In exchange, the combination of industry experience and resume building potential is invaluable. All internships are based in Los Angeles with flexible start and end dates. There are approximately 8-10 positions available. While interning, completing LA courses or other FSH courses Online is encouraged.

Eligibility: Internship opportunities are Full Time, Unpaid and for School Credit Only. Both MFA and BFA students are invited to apply provided enough units are completed to qualify for Internship for Credit and FSH Units are available for the Internship (Please check with your Advisor if needed to see if you qualify)

Interviews: Monday, April 26th and Tuesday, April 27th (30 minute interviews running 9:00- 5pm). They will take place in the 79 New Montgomery Conference Room.

Here’s a handy dandy interview checklist so that you are prepared:

- Portfolio (3 or more projects recommended)
- 2 copies of Resume
- Mini Portfolio/ Takeaway Items (optional)
- Perform research of the various divisions of the BCBG brand and the BCBG vision

On-Campus Students: Please contact Sara Kozlowski, skozlowski@academyart.edu (415.618.3833) to schedule an interview time no later than April 19th, 5 p.m. (Textiles, Knitwear, students please confirm with your Instructor by April 19th)

Online Students: Please contact Iliana Rickett, iricketts@academyart.edu (415.618.3886) to schedule an interview time no later than April 19th , 5 p.m.

Good luck!