December 2014

The Best Advice

Here’s my Chance, HMC,  is a creative agency in Northern Liberties where I was lucky enough to land an internship. As an intern at HMC I had the opportunity observe and take on some real responsibility. I was able to…

Start to Finish Satisfaction

Over two months ago, my publicist asked me to begin looking at racing events in the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh markets for an upcoming Disney movie. Back then, the movie was simply known as “McFarland” but Walt Disney Pictures decided to…

That time I didn’t meet Jake Gyllenhaal

Alright, so the headline may have caused some curiosity but seriously, it happened. Most posts are all about the positives of the internship experience or overcoming the initial issues. This one deals with completely missing the internship mark and missing…

HMC University

Here’s my Chance, HMC, is a creative agency in Northern Liberties. Their internship program is unique in that there was a great balance of guidance and freedom. We were never once left with a day that we didn’t have something…

“Moderating to the Max” Book Review

Moderating to the Max: A Full-tilt Guide to Creative, Insightful Focus Groups and In-Depth Interviews, written by Jean Bystedt, Siri Lynn, and Deborah Potts, is an interesting and fun read for anyone interested in conducting interactive and enjoyable qualitative research that creatively spans beyond…

Keep Your Mind, and Your Options Open

Two years ago, around Christmas time, I was having a conversation with my mother and stepfather.  I had three semesters of FOX prerequisites and GenEds under my belt and was lucky enough to intern at a financial planning firm.  The…

Lunch & Learn at Blue Skai Media

I like to plan events. Making lists and checking off tasks is fun for me and there’s nothing more satisfying than seeing your work culminate into something fun for everyone. However, the events I’ve hosted have been mostly for myself;…

Intern Survival 101

Brain Power Intern work often consists of easy tasks, but the key to becoming a good intern is asking for more. People will always be impressed with you asking to take on more responsibility and therefore will trust you with…

WMMR: Saying Goodbye…as an Intern

Hello readers! I am in the final week of my internship with 93.3 WMMR. WMMR is a radio station which houses one of the most popular morning shows in the country and it wouldn’t exist without the help of the…

The Power of Social Media

While I interned at Harmelin Media, I was involved with the Digital Team. The Digital Team handles display banners, online videos, mobile, search, site analytics, and social. I was involved with almost all the services, but I particularly became familiar…

Food and Beverage Signage

At Cashman and Associates I have learned great new ways to spice up an event. One of the best things to do is have food and beverages. Preferably alcoholic beverages. This keeps people happy throughout the night. However, now a…

Opportunities hide in unexpected internships

It’s important to remember to take chances with any and all internship opportunities. Don’t turn down positions just because it’s not exactly something your studying in classes or in the exact field you wish to eventually be in. This is…

Steps to Success

This semester I was a intern at Two Aprons Cakes and Catering. This wasn’t the typical Advertising Agency job. However, since I worked for a small business I gained a lot of hands on experience. I look forward to interning…

Clichés Are Cliché For A Reason

During the course of my internship this semester I’ve learned that although cliches are annoying – some are true. ————– “Confidence Is Key” Confidence is a weird thing, sometimes you might not realize you’ve lost it until you are called to…

Cinderella wears purple…everyone knows that!

Interning at Allied Integrated Marketing has been quite the experience this semester.  Allied Integrated Marketing is an entertainment marketing company that promotes new movies and productions.  The second half of this semester, I was lucky enough to have a part…

I.N.T.E.R.N.

The way that you picture an intern before you have an internship yourself is pretty different than what it’s actually like. I remember hearing upperclassmen friends stress the importance of punctuality, always asking what more you can do to help, and being…

93.3 WMMR Intern

Hello fellow readers and interns! I am Kelly. I am currently in my final semester as an Advertising Account Management major. This past semester, I have been interning with the Sales Department at 93.3 WMMR. Before starting the internship, I…

For the Future Interns of Cashman & Associates

This fall semester I interned at Cashman & Associates where I had the chance to attend various industry events, and produce work various client. The experience was very rewarding and I learned a lot along the way.   Every company has…

Good news is…

Hi fellow interns, Good news for me is, the place I am interning at asked me to stay with them next semester as well! I am overjoyed to accept the offer and intern with The Fox School of Business for another…

Wrapping Up the Semester – and the Year at WXPN

My last two days at my internship are approaching this week. This semester I’ve had the opportunity to intern at WXPN, a member-supported public radio station broadcast from the University of Pennsylvania, where I did graphic design. I’ve been able…

Limitless

Sometimes I find it difficult to step outside of my comfort zone. I’ll be graduating in December and it gets harder and harder to remain the shy and timid person that I’ve always been. I’m not the type that likes…

The Secret Behind Agency Life

The best part of my internship at LevLane this semester was to know that what I did mattered. As an intern it’s easy to think that you are not as important and are just there to do the busy work…

Drink City Live! at Hard Rock Cafe

I’ve been given the opportunity to help plan another event at my internship! 🙂 It would mean a lot if any Temple students of age would come out and support on December 16. The event is a part of an…

Trying different roles at Ritual Ritual

During my internship at Ritual Ritual, I had the opportunity of trying a few different roles. Trying out different roles has helped me understand the aesthetic of Ritual Ritual, and has given me confidence when writing copy for emails or…

Status Reports and Saying “hello”

My internship at PerformRx (pharmacy benefit manager) is winding down and I only have a few weeks left. I have recently created a final list of projects that need to be completed before the end of the semester. Most of…

Internship Essentials

Make sure you’re ALWAYS early not on time, internships and jobs pay very close attention to how punctual you are. Never use your cellphone unless given permission or on break even if it was never discussed. Check your email for…

The Life of an Intern

Looking back on my internship, I realized how much I have learned. What I thought was a terrible experience actually taught me everything that I needed. My first day was unforgettable. The woman that had given me my the internship…

Sparkling jewels and email blasts

Ritual Ritual is a jewelry and clothing boutique in Northern Liberties.  When you enter the store, you are faced with a room teeming with shining jewels, sparkling rings, geodes, and scents of frankincense and myrrh. It shouldn’t surprise you that there is…

PerformRx Internship

For the fall semester of my senior year I am interning at PerformRx, which is part of the Amerihealth Caritas Family of Companies. As a full-service pharmacy benefits manager (PBM), PerformRx works with health plans in order to improve patient…

Rhino Rumblings

Interning at Bad Rhino so far has been a wonderful experience for me. This full service, social media marketing agency specializes in analyzing current marketing competitors and trends online. The two owners, Marty and Rich, are just as fun as…

First Photoshoot Experience

Hello fellow advertising bloggers! I am an intern at our very own Fox School of Business / School of Tourism Hospitality. I am working in the PR department, helping with general creative production. I help with editing/designing posters, designing/editing e-blasts, editing…

Horrible Bosses 2 with my NOT Horrible Boss

I am Hannah Clough, a senior in the copywriting track working as a publicity and promotions intern with Allied Integrated Marketing. I primarily worked on the Warner Brothers account. The project I spent the most time on was Horrible Bosses…

The Last Blog Post. (Don’t Cry).

Richie Rich and the “theater” (say it like Kristen Wiig would on Saturday Night Live) might be vastly different, but the idea of fundraising and development have a lot in common with Macaulay Culkin’s best role (minus Home Alone or being…

Never a Dull Moment in Q4 at Evoke

Q4 refers to the last quarter of the year, being September October November and December. These months are the busiest because there is a ton of work and budget to be spent before the fiscal year ends. Ironically, these were…

Flashback Friday at CBS

When I was about ten years old, I was in love with Aaron Carter. I had his posters, all of his CD’s, knew all of his songs by heart, and even had dreams of marrying him one day! So when…