My MOD Journey
My name is Lacy Balistrieri and I have been interning at the March of Dimes Southeastern Pennsylvania Division since August. At first I was thrilled at the opportunity, but confused on what I’d actually be doing. The first couple…
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On Figuring It All Out (Or at Least Trying)
Since the start of my college career I have declared four separate majors and have gone to three different schools. The truth is I never really knew what I wanted to do with my life. I never had this practical…
Doing Good in Philly
Year after year, businesses turn to public relations for brand revitalization and to enhance and optimize their exposure. Skai Blue Media, a full-service public relations agency, specializes in doing just that. With a large experience base, Skai Blue Media represents…
My Experience at 102.9 WMGK (so far)
Tomorrow marks exactly one month since the start of my internship at 102.9 WMGK FM, a radio station owned by Greater Media here in Philadelphia. I have been an avid listener of 102.9 for years, so needless to say, when…
“No” doesn’t mean “Never.” Sometimes, it just means “Later…”
This is my first semester of senior year and I have finally landed my first internship, at Harmelin Media in Bala Cynwyd, PA! Now, if I have learned one thing about the arduous process of getting someone to hire you,…
Saying Goodbye to Red Tettemer
As my internship is coming to an end, I still have nothing but good things to say about my experience at Red Tettemer. These experiences have definitely been unforgettable. Red Tettemer is an awesome agency and the people who work…
So, what’s next?!
As I finished up my last day at my Weston Fitness Marketing/Advertising Internship on Friday, I found myself thinking back to what I have learned over the past semester. I have learned so much! From creating posters and guest passes…
Radio is NOT Dead
As my internship at 93.3 WMMR is coming to an end, I can say with confidence that I am leaving with a sense of optimism. Radio is not going anywhere anytime soon. MMR has certainly had its share of hardships…
When Projects Grow Change
Sometimes, countless hours are spent working on one project only to realize it needs to be something completely different. It happens in the professional world all the time and in order to survive, you’ve got to be open-minded, quick-witted, and…
A Reflection on the Small Company with Big Ideas: i-g Creative
As my internship at i-g Creative dwindles down to close, I have had a chance to look back on this past semester at what I’ve spent my time doing and what I’ve gained from my internship. In my last blog…
Interning with Life Changers at Weston Fitness!
Hello! My name is Kelly Roland, and over the course of this semester, I have had the privilege of interning at Weston Fitness as a Marketing/Advertising Intern. Weston Fitness is located at 1835 Market St. and is a beautiful fitness…
Finding a Mentor
It’s no secret that the business world is primarily dominated by men. This fact is especially evident when you look at the number of women in executive positions compared to men. While statistics vary, the ratio is around 1:10. What…
The AD industry: Stress, but Great Rewards
Throughout my whole experience as an account service intern at Tag Strategies, the internship has taught me how valuable it is to apply the knowledge you learned from the classroom into the real world. It has also taught me that…
Discoveries & Some Helpful Tips – Interning at Tag
It is more than halfway through my account service internship at Tag Strategies and it has been an eye-opening experience for me. I was excited on the first day yet nervous not knowing what I was getting myself into. Since…
Marketing PHL, Discovering PHL
Before I started my senior year here at Temple, I came to the sad realization that I didn’t know nearly enough about the city I’ve been living in for three years. What is NoLibs? Where is NoLibs? Can I even…
Internin’ at the Ranch (Red Tettemer)
Hello! I’m Jillian Zimmer and I’m a senior here at Temple studying Advertising, Art Direction. I’ve been an intern at Red Tettemer + Partners for almost 2 months now, and my experience has been nothing short of awesome. It’s almost…
Life on the WayBack
Hey there! Well I have been interning with Rao Group Inc. (RGI) for a few weeks now. RGI is a company that owns restaurant franchises. I have been working with their staff on how to get new restaurants recognized and…
The Life of A Web Nerd at Two Paperdolls
The graphic they posted for the web design position. I’m Kelly Clawson and this summer I had the amazing opportunity to work as a Web Design Intern at Two Paperdolls. This boutique design and letterpress shop does everything from branding…
What I’ve Learned As A Two Paperdoll
My desk and computer in the web department. As my internship at Two Paperdolls draws to a close, I reflect back on this amazing experience. Being able to work directly with the web department, an area which I hope to…
Never say No
This summer I am working at Lorel Marketing Group in King of Prussia. Lorel is a full service marketing agency that has a main focus in commerce and the healthcare industry. I am working in the interactive department that focuses…
G2 Agency in NYC
With a recent visit to one of the world’s top advertising agencies, G2 was absolutely a thrill! The main headquarters office is located right in the heart of NYC. What can get better than that? G2 is an integrated marketing…
Not for the Faint of “Hart”……..
Now as an advertising student, it’s one thing to learn about advertising through the great textbooks we read every semester and through the wonderful mock campaigns that we creatively accomplish (including the hours we spend creating such advertisements). But it gives…
And Then It Hits You………
I knew that Advertising required creating ads anywhere your heart can dream of or creating any experience you’d like. And I knew that advertising was needed by all brands, businesses and initiatives in order to do so. But it is…
What I’ll Be Doing This Summer…
I know its been a while since I blogged, but here’s an update to what’s been happening. Ever heard of i-g creative? That’s where I’ll be working for my 2nd internship! “Its an entertainment marketing and online publishing agency specializing…
The Beginning of the End
Hello all! As my internship with Sodexo and the Temple Dining Services comes to an end, I realize that I learned so much from this experience and gained many positive skills. First, I’ve learned that art direction of advertising isn’t…
Life as an Intern: What I Learned
As an advertising student, fashion enthusiast, and career driven individual, my internship has helped me realize things not only about the industry, but life as well. It’s crucial that the place you decide to intern reflects your interests and your…
Agency Life: Teamwork at Its Finest
The last internship I had I worked more on the client side of the business. This Spring I wanted to work at an agency so I could experience the agency environment. As a Project Manager intern at Brownstein Group, I…
Skai Blue Media: Internship Experience
Nervous. Excited. I had a rush of feelings when I first started my Internship with Skai Blue Media. Looking back on my first day, any anticipation I had, I left at the door as I stepped foot in the office.…
The Magazine Vol. 1
Spring semester of 2012 I have been interning at Philadelphia Style Magazine. At my internship I assist the publisher’s assistant. Interning at Philadelphia is a wonderful experience. The past few months we put together the Tori Burch issue of the…
Doing the Small Stuff
When I first got to my internship at PHL17, I got to find out that one of my tasks at my internship would be to watch the front desk from time to time. At first I was slightly discouraged. I…
The Importance of Being…Social?
When you finally get the internship that you wanted, this might not be your first priority. The nervousness and excitement you feel on the first day may cause your top focus to just be not to trip over your own…
“Design is creativity with strategy.”
Students at Temple see thousands of advertisements on campus each day. Some are hung on bulletin boards; others are passed out on Liacouras Walk. But the ads and event posters hanging in the Louis J. Esposito Dining Center and the…
Connect Philadelphia, A Networking Opportunity!
St. Joseph’s University is hosting an exclusive event for college students who are looking to network and look for career opportunities! Among the list of confirmed employers/organizations, I saw that the Brownstein Group will be attending! The Brownstein Group is…
Philly AD Club’s Job Genius Bars, A Must Go!
Do you need an internship? Do you want a job? Or, do you want to do some exploring? Attend Philly AD Club’s Job Genius Bars, an event that gives college students a chance to participate in interactive sessions, hear job…
How Time Flies
It was just 110 days ago when I got a call from Craig Kaplan, the owner of MilkBoy Communications, to come in for an interview. I knew this was going to be a different experience from the rest when he…
Jenna Communications – My Fresh Start
My internship at Jenna Communications has definitely proved to a be an experience I was never accustomed to. As an advertising major, I am used to account management, designing ads, and creating outlandish campaigns. Jenna Communications on the contrast, is…
Jack of All Trades
We’ve all been asked the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” more times than we can count. For me, it’s always a struggle to come up with a solid, satisfying answer. The truth is, I’m…
Speak Up!! Your thoughts and ideas are valuable. Really.
This semester, I am interning with Silencia, a small public relations firm in center city Philadelphia. When I started in late August, the owner had been asked to be a part of the public relations team for Eagle’s player Asante…
Savvy Social Media
Everyone knows that social media is becoming an essential part of most marketing projects. This area of advertising leaves room for creative ideas and unique market opportunities which I have had the opportunity to begin working in through my internship…
Goodbye. Hello?
I am Cara Irizarry and I have been interning at Philly2night.com. Technically, today should be my last day at Philly2night. I have completed my ten weeks and one hundred and fifty hours. I have worked hard all summer long. However, a…
