Careers in Fashion: Alumni Afterthoughts with Jake Jell, Buying Assistant for Harrods

London College of Fashion

In this insightful episode, we catch up with Jake Jell, recent graduate from BA Fashion Buying and Merchandising, one year after stepping out of the classroom and into the industry. From the highs and lows of navigating his first job, to the unexpected twists that shaped his career path, Jake shares an honest reflection on life post-graduation. Now a Buying Assistant for Harrods, he’ll talk about the challenges of breaking into the creative world, the skills he wishes he had honed earlier, and how his dreams have evolved. Whether you’re a student aspiring to make your mark or a professional looking for a fresh perspective, tune in for candid advice, lessons learned, and inspiration for your own fashion journey. • Graduated between may-June 2023? Find out more about Graduate Outcomes: www.graduateoutcomes.ac.uk/about-survey • Learn more about LCF Graduate Futures: www.arts.ac.uk/colleges/london-c…/graduate-futures • Email [e-mail] for a full audio transcript.