# Event Details - **Event Name**: LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry -Market Yourself to Employers - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Learn how to create compelling applications that showcase your skills, experience and potential to employers.About this EventThis session is only for London College of Fashion students and graduates. It is aligned to your Graduate Futures careers and employability journey.This session is designed primarily for Year 2 undergraduate students preparing for placements, internships and industry experience, but open to all LCF students and graduates looking to strengthen their professional skills.Your application is often your first impression with an employer. This interactive lecture will show you how to communicate your value through tailored CVs, cover letters and application forms that stand out in a competitive market.We'll explore what employers are looking for, how to highlight transferable skills and experience, and how to demonstrate your potential, even if you're applying for your first placement.Leave with practical strategies to create stronger applications and present yourself with confidence.SpeakersMelanie Mitchell FHEA, Graduate Futures Consultant (Careers): With over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, Melanie began her career as a Buyer, creating commercial product ranges before progressing to Head of Buying, driving strategy and business growth. She later led large-scale recruitment teams and talent acquisition projects, partnering with some of the world's leading brands. Today, she brings this unique blend of experience to LCF, working to bridge the gap between education and employment. A Fellow of Advance HE (FHEA), Melanie combines her commercial experience with evidence-informed careers practice to help students and graduates build confidence, develop employability skills, and make informed career decisions. Passionate about connecting talent to opportunity, she is dedicated to helping the next generation recognise their potential, communicate their value, and build meaningful careers in fashion and the creative industries.Useful resourcesIn this webinar, you will develop the key skills of connectivity, proactivity, storytelling and self-efficacy as defined by the UAL Creative Attributes Framework (My_CAF). Before attending this activity, we suggest you:Check out the Graduate Futures Moodle page, (or for alumni the Graduate Futures Leavers Pack), which is filled with resources, learning guides, and podcasts.Students should explore the Graduate Futures Careers Padlet, where you’ll find a collection of resources, links, and tips designed to help you build confidence, and grow your employability skills.If there are any barriers to your participation in this event or you have access requirements you wish to discuss, please contact graduate.futures@fashion.arts.ac.uk in advance, we'd be happy to talk with you. If you can't sign-up as the tickets have run out or expired, please email and see if you are still able to attend.Image credit: LCF Careers Fair 2026 | Photography by Eilwen Jones https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0eb47700-b13f-11f1-a736-1f1bd1d9a127-rimg-w1200-h238-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/lcf-grad-futures-get-ready-for-industry-market-yourself-to-employers/100001998780270595 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Workshops, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: London College of Fashion, EB Room M01 (Lecture Theatre) - **lat**: 51.5416672 - **long**: -0.013416 - **full address**: London College of Fashion, EB Room M01 (Lecture Theatre), 105 Carpenters Road, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry -Market Yourself to Employers - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/54dd0f67f57dcfe6525557ac46a7ad2208004ff6682c0940836d4024e3246708-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1789502014 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry -Market Yourself to Employers being held? - **A:** LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry -Market Yourself to Employers takes place on Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at London College of Fashion, EB Room M01 (Lecture Theatre), 105 Carpenters Road, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry -Market Yourself to Employers? - **A:** LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry -Market Yourself to Employers is organized by LCF Graduate Futures. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry -Market Yourself to Employers is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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