E noho rā is Maori (official language of New Zealand) for goodbye.
I think something the other intern girls learnt about me is that I'm totally obsessed and in love with Dan Carter –the hottest rugby player ever! FYI: he's from New Zealand hence my header – and the colour pink! I basically forced them to include him in our 'hot guys list' and just about everywhere possible. And as for pink, it's so amazing being surrounded by the colour everyday!
Yesterday, Zainab and I met with two members of White Collar Kiss and they were amazingly fun and friendly. Their guitarist is extremely cute (just a little fact I wanted to add)! His eyes even matched the colour of his t-shirt *girly screams* (Okay, I hope they don’t ever see this).
Anyway, I just want to write so much today about everything and everyone! But most importantly, a BIG thank you to the seventeam for choosing me as an intern. I really hope to come back one day (so, if there's ever a vacancy available, don't hesitate to call me! Tee hee)
Everyone was really amazing and super friendly and made my stay very memorable! It is really sad to leave though (especially when I heard that the seventeen offices are moving and they'll be getting a facelift for the office, which includes PINK chairs!)
But seriously, it really is sad to leave. seventeen has taught me a lot and definitely inspired me as a person, as well as my career in many ways!
Arohanui (Lots of Love)
Kelly
19 July 2011
And so the end comes
I can't believe it's our last day at seventeen.
These last seven days have gone by super quickly! We had another shoot today, but it was a stills shoot so it wasn't as hectic as the other day and I was clever enough to leave my heels at home this time.
A stills shoot is when the photographer takes photographs of the items alone, not on models. When we arrived at work, I unpacked everything again and then started steaming all the clothes. We thought we would be back at the office by 12, but with all the work that had to be done, we ended up finishing at the studio at about 2pm. We didn't mind, the photographer had brought lots of chocolate for us to have during the shoot.
Back at the office, we had the last farewell party as today is the last day for the 17 Academy. I remember having the party for the previous interns last Friday and I never thought our party would come by this quickly! I would definitely recommend that anyone who is interested in working at a magazine try out for the 17 Academy. I learnt so much in my seven days here and it was so much fun! I really wish I could stay here forever and I'm very jealous of the fashion assistant that is starting on Monday.
Hugs and stilettos
Tara
These last seven days have gone by super quickly! We had another shoot today, but it was a stills shoot so it wasn't as hectic as the other day and I was clever enough to leave my heels at home this time.
A stills shoot is when the photographer takes photographs of the items alone, not on models. When we arrived at work, I unpacked everything again and then started steaming all the clothes. We thought we would be back at the office by 12, but with all the work that had to be done, we ended up finishing at the studio at about 2pm. We didn't mind, the photographer had brought lots of chocolate for us to have during the shoot.
Back at the office, we had the last farewell party as today is the last day for the 17 Academy. I remember having the party for the previous interns last Friday and I never thought our party would come by this quickly! I would definitely recommend that anyone who is interested in working at a magazine try out for the 17 Academy. I learnt so much in my seven days here and it was so much fun! I really wish I could stay here forever and I'm very jealous of the fashion assistant that is starting on Monday.
Hugs and stilettos
Tara
Laugh a lot day
From the beginning until the end, there was never a dull moment with Megan, Kelly and myself.
I finished my photocopying job this morning and then I got assigned to get more images off the internet.
The most hilarious part of the day was when Kelly and I decided that it would be funny to push all the buttons in the elevator and stop on every single floor. What a productive 20 minutes!
Well, that is until I realized I still had tons of work to get through and a blog post to complete. So, after going crazy and laughing ourselves silly (probably because of all the sweets we got for the farewell) I got around to doing some work.
I took tons of photos so I will always remember the week I spent with the other crazy interns at seventeen and all the times that we shared.
Thank you seventeen for this amazing time.
I'll be just like you guys one day.
Pockets of love
Nicole
I finished my photocopying job this morning and then I got assigned to get more images off the internet.
The most hilarious part of the day was when Kelly and I decided that it would be funny to push all the buttons in the elevator and stop on every single floor. What a productive 20 minutes!
Well, that is until I realized I still had tons of work to get through and a blog post to complete. So, after going crazy and laughing ourselves silly (probably because of all the sweets we got for the farewell) I got around to doing some work.
I took tons of photos so I will always remember the week I spent with the other crazy interns at seventeen and all the times that we shared.
Thank you seventeen for this amazing time.
I'll be just like you guys one day.
Pockets of love
Nicole
Bittersweet goodbyes
I can't believe that it's my final day at seventeen!
Isn't it funny how time flies when you're having fun? The Habits Fashion show that I attended last night at the CTICC was so incredible. The whole experience and atmosphere at Cape Town Fashion Week was very electrifying and I am really glad that I got the opportunity to experience it.
The clothes that were being showcased at the Habits show were very bright and beautiful. I also got to see Joanne Strauss from Top Billing who was attending the Gavan Rajah show later on the night.
Although today was not as exciting as yesterday it was really nice to get out of the office and go to the stills shoot. Today we're having a farewell party for all the interns that are leaving, including me, it's kind of bittersweet.
I will not forget all the amazing people that I met at seventeen especially Tara, Nandi and Jacolette. This experience is one that I will always remember as it was my first working experience. Thanks to all the seventeen staff members and especially Taugheedah who gave me great insight into what it's like to be a fashion editor.
Love always
Mutale
Isn't it funny how time flies when you're having fun? The Habits Fashion show that I attended last night at the CTICC was so incredible. The whole experience and atmosphere at Cape Town Fashion Week was very electrifying and I am really glad that I got the opportunity to experience it.
The clothes that were being showcased at the Habits show were very bright and beautiful. I also got to see Joanne Strauss from Top Billing who was attending the Gavan Rajah show later on the night.
Although today was not as exciting as yesterday it was really nice to get out of the office and go to the stills shoot. Today we're having a farewell party for all the interns that are leaving, including me, it's kind of bittersweet.
I will not forget all the amazing people that I met at seventeen especially Tara, Nandi and Jacolette. This experience is one that I will always remember as it was my first working experience. Thanks to all the seventeen staff members and especially Taugheedah who gave me great insight into what it's like to be a fashion editor.
Love always
Mutale
The week that was
Today is the last of my fab five days at seventeen mag.
It's been a wonderful week and I learned something new every day! This morning I felt a bit sad because no one has replied to my emails for my timeline. But Jessica has been really cool about it and gave me some useful tips/motivation.
I came in early today just like the past four days because it's good to get an early start. I had to type and check my sources – that is a very important part of the story and I had to get my pictures sorted. We also took some great pictures around the office today, which is always loads of fun.
All the other interns are so awesome. Today's most important lesson learned was that researching and getting in touch with people is the hardest part of the job. Before I forget, the best thing just happened: I got a ticket to go to Fashion Week! Omg! I'm so excited, I can’t wait. Thanks to Taugheedah, the fashion editor.
My week ended in the best way ever, I can’t believe it. This experience has been the best ever, it gave me a chance to see what my future will look like and I now know for sure that the magazine industry is where I want to be. I can't wait to get back to college to tell all my friends about my week as a seventeen intern. They're all journalism students so they are dying to know what working at a mag was like!
Ciao for now
Megan
It's been a wonderful week and I learned something new every day! This morning I felt a bit sad because no one has replied to my emails for my timeline. But Jessica has been really cool about it and gave me some useful tips/motivation.
I came in early today just like the past four days because it's good to get an early start. I had to type and check my sources – that is a very important part of the story and I had to get my pictures sorted. We also took some great pictures around the office today, which is always loads of fun.
All the other interns are so awesome. Today's most important lesson learned was that researching and getting in touch with people is the hardest part of the job. Before I forget, the best thing just happened: I got a ticket to go to Fashion Week! Omg! I'm so excited, I can’t wait. Thanks to Taugheedah, the fashion editor.
My week ended in the best way ever, I can’t believe it. This experience has been the best ever, it gave me a chance to see what my future will look like and I now know for sure that the magazine industry is where I want to be. I can't wait to get back to college to tell all my friends about my week as a seventeen intern. They're all journalism students so they are dying to know what working at a mag was like!
Ciao for now
Megan
No more glitter and sparkles
Today was the last day of the 17 Academy!
Overall, the day was hectic. We started a photo shoot at 9am and only got back to the 17 head quarters at 3.45pm! It was a very interesting (and tiring) experience! After walking to the studio, I helped with setting up and then went to meet the first model.
I started setting up the outfits for the next shoots. I had to walk back to the 17 office to fetch the steamer for the clothes and walk back to the studio and steam the clothes (talk about hard labour, LOL).I helped with the models, the outfits, accessories and running around the photo shoot. It was a very interesting experience and I learnt a lot about how advertorials and photo shoots work.
We choreographed the in-the-studio and out-of-studio photo shoots, so a lot of back and forth walking was done. We went back to the studio, tidied up and packed all the clothes and equipment away. Then it was back to the office where we were welcomed by a goodbye party for the interns. The interns were given an awesome gift bag with great goodies inside!
It's very sad to think that this is the end of such a great experience. This week has just flown by and I learnt so much in such a short space of time. It has definitely helped guide me in the direction of what I want to study and choose as a career. (But it has also confused me a little further as this is such a great career choice to add to my list of possibilities!) .
I will miss all the glitter and sparkles at seventeen.
Love seventeen to infinity
Leah
Overall, the day was hectic. We started a photo shoot at 9am and only got back to the 17 head quarters at 3.45pm! It was a very interesting (and tiring) experience! After walking to the studio, I helped with setting up and then went to meet the first model.
I started setting up the outfits for the next shoots. I had to walk back to the 17 office to fetch the steamer for the clothes and walk back to the studio and steam the clothes (talk about hard labour, LOL).I helped with the models, the outfits, accessories and running around the photo shoot. It was a very interesting experience and I learnt a lot about how advertorials and photo shoots work.
We choreographed the in-the-studio and out-of-studio photo shoots, so a lot of back and forth walking was done. We went back to the studio, tidied up and packed all the clothes and equipment away. Then it was back to the office where we were welcomed by a goodbye party for the interns. The interns were given an awesome gift bag with great goodies inside!
It's very sad to think that this is the end of such a great experience. This week has just flown by and I learnt so much in such a short space of time. It has definitely helped guide me in the direction of what I want to study and choose as a career. (But it has also confused me a little further as this is such a great career choice to add to my list of possibilities!) .
I will miss all the glitter and sparkles at seventeen.
Love seventeen to infinity
Leah
15 July 2011
No words can describe it
Advice to all future fashion interns: Never wear heels on the days when you're shooting!
I decided to wear heels today because I was going straight to Fashion Week after work, but unless it's really necessary, I do not recommend wearing heels on a shoot.
After a very early start (I woke up at 04h45), I met Taugheedah at 07h00 and we packed all the outfits for the shoots and met two of the "real girls" (readers who model for the magazine). While we were packing I learnt how much planning goes into the shoots and how organized and dedicated you need to be.
I don't think people who read magazines realize how much planning goes into the fashion pages. Once we were ready we left the office to go to the studio where we would be shooting. As soon as we arrived I unpacked all the outfits and then Mutale arrived to help me from then on. In the first session the "real girls" modelled a few outfits and in the second session it was time for the professional models.
In between these sessions, Mutale and I had our hair and make-up done for our photographs that will be in the magazine with our date outfits. The outfits Taugheedah styled are all amazing, but you will have to wait until October to see them in the magazine.
Eight hours later we left the studio after packing up all the outfits, recording what each girl wore in every photo and re-attaching labels to all the clothes and accessories. After we dropped everything off at the office Taugheedah dropped me at the CTICC for the 6pm fashion show which included the Tart and Michelle Ludek Spring/Summer 2011/2012 collections.
It would be an understatement to say that the night was amazing. I will never forget my first real fashion show for the rest of my life. I really cannot believe that tomorrow is my last day as a fashion intern at seventeen. I hope to come back in the near future to help Taugheedah out again.
It really has been an incredible seven days!
Love, Tara
I decided to wear heels today because I was going straight to Fashion Week after work, but unless it's really necessary, I do not recommend wearing heels on a shoot.
After a very early start (I woke up at 04h45), I met Taugheedah at 07h00 and we packed all the outfits for the shoots and met two of the "real girls" (readers who model for the magazine). While we were packing I learnt how much planning goes into the shoots and how organized and dedicated you need to be.
I don't think people who read magazines realize how much planning goes into the fashion pages. Once we were ready we left the office to go to the studio where we would be shooting. As soon as we arrived I unpacked all the outfits and then Mutale arrived to help me from then on. In the first session the "real girls" modelled a few outfits and in the second session it was time for the professional models.
In between these sessions, Mutale and I had our hair and make-up done for our photographs that will be in the magazine with our date outfits. The outfits Taugheedah styled are all amazing, but you will have to wait until October to see them in the magazine.
Eight hours later we left the studio after packing up all the outfits, recording what each girl wore in every photo and re-attaching labels to all the clothes and accessories. After we dropped everything off at the office Taugheedah dropped me at the CTICC for the 6pm fashion show which included the Tart and Michelle Ludek Spring/Summer 2011/2012 collections.
It would be an understatement to say that the night was amazing. I will never forget my first real fashion show for the rest of my life. I really cannot believe that tomorrow is my last day as a fashion intern at seventeen. I hope to come back in the near future to help Taugheedah out again.
It really has been an incredible seven days!
Love, Tara
My second-last day... *sniff sniff*
When Yumna, the Features Intern, arrived today, she gave me some pages that would feature in the September issue and I had to put it up on the Board (A cool wall where the seventeam put up finished pages of the mag to see how far along the issue is).
She explained to me how it should be done, but honestly I've forgotten and had no idea where I should put what! I just trusted my female instincts as to where to put them (we all do that when we don't know what to do and just hope it is right*hides*).
I started work really early this morning (before 8am!) because I had a million things to do (Okay, I know I'm exaggerating, but still). I immediately got to work and finished all my work in time. I have the interview with White Collar Kiss later this afternoon. Ooh... that reminds me – I have to finish typing up the questions. Guess I didn't finish all my work after all.
I better get back to finishing my work (ALL of my work this time) and then head off to the interview. Why does tomorrow have to be my last day? Why?!
Kelly, Entertainment Intern
She explained to me how it should be done, but honestly I've forgotten and had no idea where I should put what! I just trusted my female instincts as to where to put them (we all do that when we don't know what to do and just hope it is right*hides*).
I started work really early this morning (before 8am!) because I had a million things to do (Okay, I know I'm exaggerating, but still). I immediately got to work and finished all my work in time. I have the interview with White Collar Kiss later this afternoon. Ooh... that reminds me – I have to finish typing up the questions. Guess I didn't finish all my work after all.
I better get back to finishing my work (ALL of my work this time) and then head off to the interview. Why does tomorrow have to be my last day? Why?!
Kelly, Entertainment Intern
A sunrise, a smoothie and a farewell
I got to work at 7:30am because I wanted to watch the sunrise.
Isn't it just amazing that you can get to work and watch a sunrise? I headed up to the cafeteria on the 22nd floor, got myself a delicious Velvet Berry smoothie and a sat by the window looking out to the Waterfront.
With my very delicious smoothie in my one hand and my camera in the other (my camera goes everywhere with me, I want to capture all those amazing random moments), I took it all in. The sunrise was absolutely beautiful: what a great start to the day!
Today was quite chilled; all I had to do was research a band and a model and then just continue with yesterday's research. I also had to listen to White Collar Kiss's music, they are actually quite good.
Lovies...
Kelly, Entertainment Intern
Isn't it just amazing that you can get to work and watch a sunrise? I headed up to the cafeteria on the 22nd floor, got myself a delicious Velvet Berry smoothie and a sat by the window looking out to the Waterfront.
With my very delicious smoothie in my one hand and my camera in the other (my camera goes everywhere with me, I want to capture all those amazing random moments), I took it all in. The sunrise was absolutely beautiful: what a great start to the day!
Today was quite chilled; all I had to do was research a band and a model and then just continue with yesterday's research. I also had to listen to White Collar Kiss's music, they are actually quite good.
Lovies...
Kelly, Entertainment Intern
"Seventeen, Nandi speaking hello"
Today was a good day. We were all busy busy busy, that's how it usually is on Thursdays, the deadline villain with its breath of fire was staring all of us straight in the eye.
The fashion and entertainment interns were (as usual) out and about. And Nicole and I were taking some interesting pictures around the office.
Being an intern at seventeen magazine has grown on my identity, it's like I cant imagine myself doing anything else. This morning my mother called me on my cellphone, and I answered with "Seventeen ,Nandi speaking hello." My mother laughed, but I, knowing that I soon would be leaving this group of girls that I so admired was overwhelmed with sadness.
How am I going to leave here tomorrow?
Nandi
The fashion and entertainment interns were (as usual) out and about. And Nicole and I were taking some interesting pictures around the office.
Being an intern at seventeen magazine has grown on my identity, it's like I cant imagine myself doing anything else. This morning my mother called me on my cellphone, and I answered with "Seventeen ,Nandi speaking hello." My mother laughed, but I, knowing that I soon would be leaving this group of girls that I so admired was overwhelmed with sadness.
How am I going to leave here tomorrow?
Nandi
The glamorous life
It's so sad, my time as part of seventeen magazine team is almost over!
Like every other day me and Tara organized the store room and packed clothing onto the rail. It was a miracle that we managed to fit all the clothes into the store room LOL.
Today we celebrated Anusha's birthday and it was really wonderful to experience what a warm loving family the seventeam is... OH...we also had yummy cupcakes which were super nice.
The highlight of my day was being able to style my own outfit which will appear in the October issue, can't wait till it comes out!! Even more exciting than getting to style my own outfit was receiving a ticket from Taugheedah for the CAPE TOWN FASHION WEEK!!! (Yes, you heard right...CT Fashion Week baby).
This will be the first Fashion show I have ever attended and I can hardly breathe from all the excitement!
Thanks so much Taugheedah!!
Mutale
Like every other day me and Tara organized the store room and packed clothing onto the rail. It was a miracle that we managed to fit all the clothes into the store room LOL.
Today we celebrated Anusha's birthday and it was really wonderful to experience what a warm loving family the seventeam is... OH...we also had yummy cupcakes which were super nice.
The highlight of my day was being able to style my own outfit which will appear in the October issue, can't wait till it comes out!! Even more exciting than getting to style my own outfit was receiving a ticket from Taugheedah for the CAPE TOWN FASHION WEEK!!! (Yes, you heard right...CT Fashion Week baby).
This will be the first Fashion show I have ever attended and I can hardly breathe from all the excitement!
Thanks so much Taugheedah!!
Mutale
Finally found my feet
I'm feeling a lot more confident this morning.
This time when I got out of the car I told my mom she didn't have to come in (So what if my mom came inside with me on the first day? She just wanted to check the place out). You are never too old to have mom by your side!
When I got inside, I grabbed my camera and took pictures of my SPECIAL wall. I also took pictures of everything else around me, like this crazy computer that I have decided I'm going to make friends with since I am going to be using it for a few days.
I had my first meeting to discuss ideas that I have for the mag. It's super creepy hearing "my ideas will be used in the mag", but it's also uber cool. Most of the interns sat around and put a whole lot of super ideas together. I felt the need to Google everything because most of these girls knew way more than I did about some things, but they helped me out.
Some of them asked me to go out to lunch with them. When I got here, I kinda felt like they didn't like me. They were all so quiet and didn't really talk to me. Well, it turns out they were just really busy. We talked about it and then laughed about it...LOL
Pockets of love,
Nicole
This time when I got out of the car I told my mom she didn't have to come in (So what if my mom came inside with me on the first day? She just wanted to check the place out). You are never too old to have mom by your side!
When I got inside, I grabbed my camera and took pictures of my SPECIAL wall. I also took pictures of everything else around me, like this crazy computer that I have decided I'm going to make friends with since I am going to be using it for a few days.
I had my first meeting to discuss ideas that I have for the mag. It's super creepy hearing "my ideas will be used in the mag", but it's also uber cool. Most of the interns sat around and put a whole lot of super ideas together. I felt the need to Google everything because most of these girls knew way more than I did about some things, but they helped me out.
Some of them asked me to go out to lunch with them. When I got here, I kinda felt like they didn't like me. They were all so quiet and didn't really talk to me. Well, it turns out they were just really busy. We talked about it and then laughed about it...LOL
Pockets of love,
Nicole
seventeen salutes
It's my second last day as an intern at seventeen magazine.
I don't want to leave, but as the saying goes 'all good things must came to an end'. I’ve enjoyed every minute of it so far and the skills I have learned will definitely help me. I came in early today as well because I wanted to get an early start.
I'm feeling a bit of a panic though because I have to compile a timeline and the ladies I e-mailed haven’t replied back yet, so fingers crossed that they reply by lunch time. I tried phoning them, but two didn’t answer and one of the ladies is out of the office.
I'm just hoping that they contact me before the end of the day. I had a meeting with Khwezi – OMG! My legs felt like jelly LOL. She gave me feedback on my article and she even gave me a compliment (SCORE).
The end of the day was creeping up and we all know what that means, our last day is almost here. I have had a wonderful time though and instead of crying about the end, I will celebrate what this has meant to me. Sometimes I felt like I was just going to mess everything up and I must say I'm actually very proud of myself for making it this far.
Megan - Features Intern
Fashion week, here we come
More boxes of clothes and accessories greeted Mutale and I when we arrived at work this morning.
The storeroom is so full now I'm surprised we are still able to move around in there! You could get lost moving around all the clothes. We opened one of the boxes and found Dolce and Gabana and Prada sunglasses in it – we almost fainted right there and then.
The beauty intern helped us out with one of the boxes and we got to get to know her a bit better which was nice. In the afternoon Mutale and I planned our date outfits which were supposed to cost R150, but ended up being double that!
While we were planning our outfits, Taugheedah came in and told us she had two tickets for us for fashion week tomorrow night. I am so excited and definitely going shopping after work now. Tomorrow we have to try get to the offices at around 7am so it's going to be a very early morning for me, but it will be worth it as we're shooting tomorrow and I'm interested to see how the shoots work.
It's going to be a long, but extremely exciting day and I can’t wait!
Love, Tara
The storeroom is so full now I'm surprised we are still able to move around in there! You could get lost moving around all the clothes. We opened one of the boxes and found Dolce and Gabana and Prada sunglasses in it – we almost fainted right there and then.
The beauty intern helped us out with one of the boxes and we got to get to know her a bit better which was nice. In the afternoon Mutale and I planned our date outfits which were supposed to cost R150, but ended up being double that!
While we were planning our outfits, Taugheedah came in and told us she had two tickets for us for fashion week tomorrow night. I am so excited and definitely going shopping after work now. Tomorrow we have to try get to the offices at around 7am so it's going to be a very early morning for me, but it will be worth it as we're shooting tomorrow and I'm interested to see how the shoots work.
It's going to be a long, but extremely exciting day and I can’t wait!
Love, Tara
All in a day's work
Today was such a busy day for me.
I wanted to finish up with my reviews, researching for the tips page, contacting the Beauty Smarties, researching information for the Beauty Buzz page and putting contacts and info together for what I found to be an interesting insert in the mag.
I had to put together beauty products for a photo shoot as well as organise and stock beauty products that were brought in. I then had to research hair styling tools to find out if they are available in South Africa, then call retail head offices to find out if they stock the tools (I'm going on and on right?).
I also put together outfits for one of tomorrows many photo shoots! (This got me very excited).
All in a day's work,
Leah Bester
I wanted to finish up with my reviews, researching for the tips page, contacting the Beauty Smarties, researching information for the Beauty Buzz page and putting contacts and info together for what I found to be an interesting insert in the mag.
I had to put together beauty products for a photo shoot as well as organise and stock beauty products that were brought in. I then had to research hair styling tools to find out if they are available in South Africa, then call retail head offices to find out if they stock the tools (I'm going on and on right?).
I also put together outfits for one of tomorrows many photo shoots! (This got me very excited).
All in a day's work,
Leah Bester
14 July 2011
The earliest worm...
Being the brilliant intern that I am, I came in early today...as I have for the past three days.
My week at seventeen is almost at an end and so far it's been a great experience. It was Anusha's birthday and we all sang 'Happy Birthday' to her, which was fun. We surprised her and it was cool seeing her reaction.
She bought cupcakes for the entire office – what would a celebration at seventeen be without food LOL? I've learned lots while being here and I will most definitely apply it to my life. I would love working in the heart of Cape Town one day.
Sadly, I have two more days before I leave seventeen HQ...it's been a blast all the way and I will definitely make the most of my last couple of days. Being here, every day, has made me realise how lucky I am because an opportunity like this does not come around everyday.
Next week I'll be back at college, telling all my friends about my fab experience. I'm sure they can't wait to hear, as it's all I've been talking about since I was told that I will be interning here LOL .
Hugs and kisses,
Megan J (Features Intern)
'Being the press'
Today I attended the Artscape Women's Festival Media Launch on behalf of Zainab because she couldn't make it.
When I arrived at the Artscape, I thought that I wouldn't stay for the entire programme... and guess what? I ended up staying until the end! It was really cool listening to the speakers and what they had to say about women and society in general. I really enjoyed it.
The talks ranged from empowering women and society, to creating respect through arts and culture. It just felt so real being around all these hotshots in the media industry and receiving press releases (I mean, being in PR, I'm the one who should be writing these press releases and issuing it to people).
The conference also made me realise that these are the kinds of things I will be doing one day: liaising with the media, writing press releases, organizing exhibitions and doing the other things PR people do.
So, it just looks like my stay here at seventeen just gets better and better every day. Oh, and tomorrow I have the interview with White Collar Kiss at Canal Walk*excited*
Kelly, Entertainment Intern
When I arrived at the Artscape, I thought that I wouldn't stay for the entire programme... and guess what? I ended up staying until the end! It was really cool listening to the speakers and what they had to say about women and society in general. I really enjoyed it.
The talks ranged from empowering women and society, to creating respect through arts and culture. It just felt so real being around all these hotshots in the media industry and receiving press releases (I mean, being in PR, I'm the one who should be writing these press releases and issuing it to people).
The conference also made me realise that these are the kinds of things I will be doing one day: liaising with the media, writing press releases, organizing exhibitions and doing the other things PR people do.
So, it just looks like my stay here at seventeen just gets better and better every day. Oh, and tomorrow I have the interview with White Collar Kiss at Canal Walk*excited*
Kelly, Entertainment Intern
13 July 2011
Such a chilled day...
Today my tasks were simple and since I had already gotten a head start on them, there wasn't much left to do. I just had CDs that needed to be reviewed and then I had to confirm my ideas for layout with Zainab.
At lunch, we (interns) decided to soak up some sun and get to know each other a bit better and before we knew it, the hour that seemed so long, was over!
We headed back to the office and after much procrastination, I realised that my blog has to be in at 3pm and that I only had 5mins to write it! That serves me right for leaving things to the last minute. It wasn’t that much of a big deal though, because being in PR, I realised that I usually have so many things to do with so little time, but I get through.
Despite this, I still need to meet my deadlines and I may I say with great pride, I have not missed a deadline yet!
Kisses,
Kelly
At lunch, we (interns) decided to soak up some sun and get to know each other a bit better and before we knew it, the hour that seemed so long, was over!
We headed back to the office and after much procrastination, I realised that my blog has to be in at 3pm and that I only had 5mins to write it! That serves me right for leaving things to the last minute. It wasn’t that much of a big deal though, because being in PR, I realised that I usually have so many things to do with so little time, but I get through.
Despite this, I still need to meet my deadlines and I may I say with great pride, I have not missed a deadline yet!
Kisses,
Kelly
What am I going to wear?!
If there's one thing I've learnt, it's that you should always have a formal dress with you, ALWAYS!
Just when I was getting into the groove of coming in, doing my work, sending emails, making phone calls, Googling and eventually, writing - I received an email from Khwezi, with an invite to "A night with Kimora Lee Simmons" party.
I thought to myself, huh? Me? Aaaaaaaaaaah. WHAT AM I GONNA WEAR?!?! Then I calmed myself down, and tried to take it all in.
Let me try to explain in a more calmed down tone. Zainab, the Entertainment Editor and I will be going behind the scenes of the Kimora Lee cover party on Wednesday. We will be taking photos and asking her some questions. (A few loud screams)
Ok, I'm done with the screaming - Promise!
My biggest problem right now, is not my academic results which should be coming out soon, or my desperate need for a cell phone upgrade. My biggest problem right now is that I NEED TO FIND A DRESS! Pronto
#Excitedfordays,
Nandi
Just when I was getting into the groove of coming in, doing my work, sending emails, making phone calls, Googling and eventually, writing - I received an email from Khwezi, with an invite to "A night with Kimora Lee Simmons" party.
I thought to myself, huh? Me? Aaaaaaaaaaah. WHAT AM I GONNA WEAR?!?! Then I calmed myself down, and tried to take it all in.
Let me try to explain in a more calmed down tone. Zainab, the Entertainment Editor and I will be going behind the scenes of the Kimora Lee cover party on Wednesday. We will be taking photos and asking her some questions. (A few loud screams)
Ok, I'm done with the screaming - Promise!
My biggest problem right now, is not my academic results which should be coming out soon, or my desperate need for a cell phone upgrade. My biggest problem right now is that I NEED TO FIND A DRESS! Pronto
#Excitedfordays,
Nandi
What a busy day!!
I can't feel my feet! LOL
I've never worked so hard in my life! Between opening up boxes of clothing, shoes and accessories, organizing the racks of clothes in the storeroom and wrapping up goody parcels for the seventeen Style Counsel, today was a very long day.
I also had a meeting with my fellow seventeen interns to compile a list of our favourite things for the 'seventeen loves' page in the October issue. It is super exciting because I get to see my input in the magazine.
Loving every day at seventeen.
Mutale
I've never worked so hard in my life! Between opening up boxes of clothing, shoes and accessories, organizing the racks of clothes in the storeroom and wrapping up goody parcels for the seventeen Style Counsel, today was a very long day.
I also had a meeting with my fellow seventeen interns to compile a list of our favourite things for the 'seventeen loves' page in the October issue. It is super exciting because I get to see my input in the magazine.
Loving every day at seventeen.
Mutale
Putting it all together
Today was a quieter day compared to yesterday.
I did some filing and stocking and made many phone calls in preparation for the photo shoots. I also created a trend board for next season's hottest make-up and hair trends on the runway and the celeb world.
The interns are also going to be creating a page for the next issue, so some research and discussion on that is to be done. I also had other research and short-listing to do on stories that we are going to include in the next issue, which was enjoyable for me to do. The seventeam is great and friendly and I am really enjoying my internship thus far!
Leah
I did some filing and stocking and made many phone calls in preparation for the photo shoots. I also created a trend board for next season's hottest make-up and hair trends on the runway and the celeb world.
The interns are also going to be creating a page for the next issue, so some research and discussion on that is to be done. I also had other research and short-listing to do on stories that we are going to include in the next issue, which was enjoyable for me to do. The seventeam is great and friendly and I am really enjoying my internship thus far!
Leah
Once in a lifetime
I came in early today to finish up the research I was doing yesterday.
17 HQ is starting to feel more and more like home for me. Maybe it's because I have a clear plan of my work now and I'm being very productive, which is great. The environment I'm in also helps, it's so fun and exciting and everyone is friendly and helpful. Even the meetings are filled with laughter.
Time is really flying past so I'm trying to enjoy every minute of it. Today I made sure I brought a camera along to take loads of pics. The interns had to come up with a list of our favourite things for the 17 loves page.
At lunch, I sat outside with Nicole and Kelly who are also interns at seventeen. It's easy to see why the magazine is so successful, it definitely reflects the way it is created and everyone seems to love what they do. It's almost the end of my second day as a seventeen features Intern, but as the saying goes all good things must come to an end.
Being here today just reminded me again how lucky I am and it truly is a once in a life time opportunity.
Megan (Features Intern)
17 loves and goodies
Wow! I'm so happy to sit down!
We've been on our feet most of the day unpacking lots of boxes and wrapping up gifts for the Style Counsel girls. I was on time today so that made the whole day a lot better as I started off on a better note than yesterday.
We started off with unpacking boxes that came in with more clothes, shoes and accessories. The storeroom is extremely full now as you can see in the pic. After unpacking the boxes we worked with the other interns for the "seventeen loves" page.
You will have to wait for the October issue to see what the interns' love.
Love, Tara
Oh how I wish…
The one thing that I have struggled with the most since starting my internship here at seventeen, is catching the 5:15pm bus home every day.
If I leave work at five, there's absolutely no reason for me to miss that bus. Well, that is if I leave work at 5. I mean seriously there aren't enough hours in the day to do all the things I have to do. Everywhere I've interned people tell me that overtime is nothing unusual in the journalism field, and now I have experienced it firsthand.
And I take it upon myself to inform you that no one likes a "nine to five".
I wish there were more hours in the day, I wish I didn't have to catch a bus, I wish I didn't have to cook supper and I wish it was tomorrow morning already, so I can come in here and do what I love, and hopefully get it done before five.
Till tomorrow,
Nandi
If I leave work at five, there's absolutely no reason for me to miss that bus. Well, that is if I leave work at 5. I mean seriously there aren't enough hours in the day to do all the things I have to do. Everywhere I've interned people tell me that overtime is nothing unusual in the journalism field, and now I have experienced it firsthand.
And I take it upon myself to inform you that no one likes a "nine to five".
I wish there were more hours in the day, I wish I didn't have to catch a bus, I wish I didn't have to cook supper and I wish it was tomorrow morning already, so I can come in here and do what I love, and hopefully get it done before five.
Till tomorrow,
Nandi
12 July 2011
Fashionably late
Today did not start off too well as I was late!
I ran from the Cape Town station so by the time I reached the seventeen offices I was hot and not in the best mood. I got to 17 HQ and as soon as I walked into the storeroom and saw Mutale unpacking boxes, my mood was instantly lifted!
For me, as long as I'm surrounded by fashion, I'm in a very good mood. Today we had the chance to meet the editor, Khwezi. It felt slightly strange seeing her in person. It felt like I was seeing a celebrity as I've only seen her in the magazine before.
After meeting Khwezi, the seventeam and the new interns, Mutale and I went back to unpacking boxes which is always fun and exciting but also quite tiring! One of our other tasks for the day was to plan a date outfit but the clothes, shoes and accessories had to cost R300 or less. This was a rather difficult task and let's just say that we weren't very successful with it.
As usual, it was a great day at seventeen HQ and I can't wait to come back tomorrow, hopefully on time!
Love, Tara
I ran from the Cape Town station so by the time I reached the seventeen offices I was hot and not in the best mood. I got to 17 HQ and as soon as I walked into the storeroom and saw Mutale unpacking boxes, my mood was instantly lifted!
For me, as long as I'm surrounded by fashion, I'm in a very good mood. Today we had the chance to meet the editor, Khwezi. It felt slightly strange seeing her in person. It felt like I was seeing a celebrity as I've only seen her in the magazine before.
After meeting Khwezi, the seventeam and the new interns, Mutale and I went back to unpacking boxes which is always fun and exciting but also quite tiring! One of our other tasks for the day was to plan a date outfit but the clothes, shoes and accessories had to cost R300 or less. This was a rather difficult task and let's just say that we weren't very successful with it.
As usual, it was a great day at seventeen HQ and I can't wait to come back tomorrow, hopefully on time!
Love, Tara
Not bad at all
I was super nervous this morning. As I looked outside the passenger seat window, I said to my mom, "Oh my goodness, I do not believe I'm here. I don't think I want to get out of the car" (I was having one of those baby needs to grow up moments).
To make myself feel like less of a baby I convinced myself that this is totally new to me. I am only sixteen and I'm going to the fourth floor where all of the seventeen big shots work.
Truth be told, I actually had a different picture in my head to what I found.
As I walked in, I kept thinking, "I hope they like me, don't do anything stupid, play it cool Nicole, and don't say too much, smile and wave". To my relief, the people I found were anything but mean. I met a lot of really nice people and I learned a lot about the job and what has to get done before the whole – AMAZING – magazine gets put together.
I felt totally special here today, I was even given my own wall, where I could put pictures that inspire me. OMG I was also put in front of an Apple Mac computer and I had no idea how to use it. I had to put a disk into the SCREEN; to me that wasn't normal and I honestly thought the thing ate my disk.
Luckily, Sally, the art director was willing to assist my stupidity. Today was definitely a fun learning experience that I cannot wait to come back to.
I have a new found appreciation for people who work a 9 to 5 job, I'm pooped.
Pockets of love
Nicole
To make myself feel like less of a baby I convinced myself that this is totally new to me. I am only sixteen and I'm going to the fourth floor where all of the seventeen big shots work.
Truth be told, I actually had a different picture in my head to what I found.
As I walked in, I kept thinking, "I hope they like me, don't do anything stupid, play it cool Nicole, and don't say too much, smile and wave". To my relief, the people I found were anything but mean. I met a lot of really nice people and I learned a lot about the job and what has to get done before the whole – AMAZING – magazine gets put together.
I felt totally special here today, I was even given my own wall, where I could put pictures that inspire me. OMG I was also put in front of an Apple Mac computer and I had no idea how to use it. I had to put a disk into the SCREEN; to me that wasn't normal and I honestly thought the thing ate my disk.
Luckily, Sally, the art director was willing to assist my stupidity. Today was definitely a fun learning experience that I cannot wait to come back to.
I have a new found appreciation for people who work a 9 to 5 job, I'm pooped.
Pockets of love
Nicole
Monday blues…well not really
Contrary to popular belief that Mondays are a drag, they are quite wonderful at seventeen.
Today was my first Monday at seventeen and much to my delight, I got to meet the editor Khwezi Magwaza and the other new interns at 17.
After our introductory meeting with Khwezi and the new interns it was straight into the orders of the day, which was the store room. There were several boxes full of clothes. It was exciting mostly because my favourite label Iron Fist was in one of the boxes.
This was particularly exciting because as fashion interns we get a preview of the clothes before they are sent to the stores. Whoever said a job in fashion was all glitz and glam was sadly mistaken, it also involves unpacking boxes and boxes of clothes – but then again anything worth achieving does not come easy.
Mutale
Today was my first Monday at seventeen and much to my delight, I got to meet the editor Khwezi Magwaza and the other new interns at 17.
After our introductory meeting with Khwezi and the new interns it was straight into the orders of the day, which was the store room. There were several boxes full of clothes. It was exciting mostly because my favourite label Iron Fist was in one of the boxes.
This was particularly exciting because as fashion interns we get a preview of the clothes before they are sent to the stores. Whoever said a job in fashion was all glitz and glam was sadly mistaken, it also involves unpacking boxes and boxes of clothes – but then again anything worth achieving does not come easy.
Mutale
Don't rush Friday
I didn't get much sleep last night because I was nervous, scared and of course, excited!
I finally landed an internship at seventeen magazine. The magazine I've been reading since I was in grade 9 – four whole years. I arrived at about 9:15am since I couldn't wait to get started. Walking into the seventeen HQ, I immediately fell in love with the brand all over again.
I met the Jessica, the Deputy Editor and she showed me to my desk and briefed me on my first task. I discovered that I would be writing an article for the mag (gulp)! I was freaking out a bit on the inside for like a minute and then calmed myself down and started with my research. At noon I had my first ever brief meeting (If that's what it's called?) and had to pitch my ideas to Jessica. Thankfully she liked them and gave me some tips.
My first day went by pretty fast and I enjoy every minute of it. This building is amazing and so is the canteen, which is on the 22nd floor with a view of the sea. I am dreading Friday because that's my last day here.
I feel so lucky to be here and can't wait to see what the rest of the week has in store for me (actually I want the time to go super slow).
xoxo
Megan
I finally landed an internship at seventeen magazine. The magazine I've been reading since I was in grade 9 – four whole years. I arrived at about 9:15am since I couldn't wait to get started. Walking into the seventeen HQ, I immediately fell in love with the brand all over again.
I met the Jessica, the Deputy Editor and she showed me to my desk and briefed me on my first task. I discovered that I would be writing an article for the mag (gulp)! I was freaking out a bit on the inside for like a minute and then calmed myself down and started with my research. At noon I had my first ever brief meeting (If that's what it's called?) and had to pitch my ideas to Jessica. Thankfully she liked them and gave me some tips.
My first day went by pretty fast and I enjoy every minute of it. This building is amazing and so is the canteen, which is on the 22nd floor with a view of the sea. I am dreading Friday because that's my last day here.
I feel so lucky to be here and can't wait to see what the rest of the week has in store for me (actually I want the time to go super slow).
xoxo
Megan
Beauty and the seventeam
Today was my first day as a beauty intern at seventeen.
I was very nervous at first as I had no idea what to expect, but I quickly settled in and got straight to work. The other interns and I received a warm welcome in an introductory meeting. We were introduced to the seventeam and Khwezi, the editor of the mag.
I had to learn how to use the photocopy machine very quickly. My tasks also included sharing my input and ideas for advertorials; the next exciting issue and finding new looks and trends (exciting!). I really enjoyed doing research, brainstorming ideas, attending meetings to discuss the stories and layout and what is to be used, and what is to be scrapped (for now).
I had the privilege of learning the process of putting together an issue of seventeen, which I found interesting. The day unfortunately went by very quickly but I cannot wait to see what is in store for me tomorrow!
xoxo
Leah
I was very nervous at first as I had no idea what to expect, but I quickly settled in and got straight to work. The other interns and I received a warm welcome in an introductory meeting. We were introduced to the seventeam and Khwezi, the editor of the mag.
I had to learn how to use the photocopy machine very quickly. My tasks also included sharing my input and ideas for advertorials; the next exciting issue and finding new looks and trends (exciting!). I really enjoyed doing research, brainstorming ideas, attending meetings to discuss the stories and layout and what is to be used, and what is to be scrapped (for now).
I had the privilege of learning the process of putting together an issue of seventeen, which I found interesting. The day unfortunately went by very quickly but I cannot wait to see what is in store for me tomorrow!
xoxo
Leah
Oh sweet Monday...
Everyone is always dreading Mondays, but not me!
This was probably the first Monday morning I woke up to without thinking, "OMG, it's Monday again... Do I really have to get up?"
It would be really awesome to have that feeling every Monday morning! I woke up in such high spirits, knowing that I get to go to work and do something I enjoy. My task was to review CDs – how awesome is that?
I also had a meeting with Zainab to discuss my research for Friday's interview with White Collar Kiss. Today was also the first day I got introduced to the seventeam (formally) and Khwezi because she was away last week. We also had some new interns joining us. I still really can't get over how friendly everyone is over here. It's like a whole different world compared to say, an office full of engineers, no offence tee hee.
Lots of love
Kelly
This was probably the first Monday morning I woke up to without thinking, "OMG, it's Monday again... Do I really have to get up?"
It would be really awesome to have that feeling every Monday morning! I woke up in such high spirits, knowing that I get to go to work and do something I enjoy. My task was to review CDs – how awesome is that?
I also had a meeting with Zainab to discuss my research for Friday's interview with White Collar Kiss. Today was also the first day I got introduced to the seventeam (formally) and Khwezi because she was away last week. We also had some new interns joining us. I still really can't get over how friendly everyone is over here. It's like a whole different world compared to say, an office full of engineers, no offence tee hee.
Lots of love
Kelly
All in a day's work
Today was one of the most awesome days of my internship. Even though I was stressing about a whole lot of stuff that I had to do, today was a fabulous day!
Jacolette, Juanita, Kelly, Maroefah and I had to compile a list of hot celebrity boys! From Locnville to Jaden Smith, our list was endless! We each suggested a couple of boys, researched them and then met again later to talk about our favourites.
Now, just to make it clear, our understanding of a "hot boy" was someone (a boy of course) who was not only good look looking, but who has also made a name for himself. Someone who is talented and also works hard at his career. While compiling this list, we laughed, made fun of our specific tastes in guys and occasionally agreed on one or two things, but at the end, we finally completed our task.
What was great about today was that the girls and I sat down for almost two and a half hours, chatting about one of our favourite topics – boys!
At seventeen magazine, that's all in a day's work!.
Nandi
Jacolette, Juanita, Kelly, Maroefah and I had to compile a list of hot celebrity boys! From Locnville to Jaden Smith, our list was endless! We each suggested a couple of boys, researched them and then met again later to talk about our favourites.
Now, just to make it clear, our understanding of a "hot boy" was someone (a boy of course) who was not only good look looking, but who has also made a name for himself. Someone who is talented and also works hard at his career. While compiling this list, we laughed, made fun of our specific tastes in guys and occasionally agreed on one or two things, but at the end, we finally completed our task.
What was great about today was that the girls and I sat down for almost two and a half hours, chatting about one of our favourite topics – boys!
At seventeen magazine, that's all in a day's work!.
Nandi
11 July 2011
I wish I could stay here forever!
We just had a farewell party for some of the other interns that are leaving today and all I can say is that I'm so glad I'm not one of them.
I still have another week and it feels great. When I arrived this morning Taugheedah told me that today we would be going to Canal Walk to source items for the upcoming shoots – how exciting.
I couldn't think of a better way to spend my day than browsing around shops and picking out all the best clothes, shoes and accessories. However it wasn't as simple as I thought it would be as some shops don't make it easy for you to take their clothes for shoots.
On the way to Canal Walk we had the chance to talk to Taugheedah. I was very happy about this as I had a few questions about the industry. After listening to her it made me even more certain that this is the career path that I want to follow once I've finished school.
In the car Taugheedah also mentioned to Mutale and I that we may be able to go to Cape Town Fashion Week next week (can I get a scream?). I was speechless. It felt like a dream. I still can't believe that I actually got the opportunity to intern here!
I was even slightly disappointed when we found out that we don't come to the office on Saturdays. I am just so grateful that I got this opportunity to be an intern and I hope that one day I am lucky enough to work in the seventeen fashion department.
Keep it stylin'
Tara - Fashion Intern
I still have another week and it feels great. When I arrived this morning Taugheedah told me that today we would be going to Canal Walk to source items for the upcoming shoots – how exciting.
I couldn't think of a better way to spend my day than browsing around shops and picking out all the best clothes, shoes and accessories. However it wasn't as simple as I thought it would be as some shops don't make it easy for you to take their clothes for shoots.
On the way to Canal Walk we had the chance to talk to Taugheedah. I was very happy about this as I had a few questions about the industry. After listening to her it made me even more certain that this is the career path that I want to follow once I've finished school.
In the car Taugheedah also mentioned to Mutale and I that we may be able to go to Cape Town Fashion Week next week (can I get a scream?). I was speechless. It felt like a dream. I still can't believe that I actually got the opportunity to intern here!
I was even slightly disappointed when we found out that we don't come to the office on Saturdays. I am just so grateful that I got this opportunity to be an intern and I hope that one day I am lucky enough to work in the seventeen fashion department.
Keep it stylin'
Tara - Fashion Intern
Shopping! Shopping! Shopping!
Sourcing was the name of the game today as Tara, Taugheedah and I browsed through the mall at Canal Walk.
Being a first timer in Cape Town I was blown away by all the beautiful shops that Canal Walk had to offer. Sourcing is when you find clothes to be featured in the magazine.
Our day got even better when Taugheedah told us that we would have the pleasure of selecting some of the clothing from Jay Jays to fill up the seventeen closet with.
This was the highlight of my day. I also loved sorting out the closet and calling models for their email addresses, but this was by far the best thing I have done.
The fabulous life of a seventeen intern.
Mutale
Being a first timer in Cape Town I was blown away by all the beautiful shops that Canal Walk had to offer. Sourcing is when you find clothes to be featured in the magazine.
Our day got even better when Taugheedah told us that we would have the pleasure of selecting some of the clothing from Jay Jays to fill up the seventeen closet with.
This was the highlight of my day. I also loved sorting out the closet and calling models for their email addresses, but this was by far the best thing I have done.
The fabulous life of a seventeen intern.
Mutale
Wish upon a 17 star
So, this year Charlie Keegan (hot guy and up-and-coming actor) sat next to me at the Jammie Stop; Brian Chaplin said I have a nice name and I finally got work at seventeen magazine. Can you say, the stuff dreams are made of?
Today I killed the Deadline villain. And we (Nandi, Juanita, Jacolette and Kelly) had a meeting about hot guys for the magazine – you can envy me now! We had to come up with a list of hot guys and then research them. Of course that spells F.U.N! While we were chatting, I got to know the girls a bit better and they are super! They even called me 'Google' because I just happened to know some not-so-average-general knowledge about stuff.
Later on, the seventeam threw a farewell party for me, Juanita and Jacolette because today was our last day! It was so unexpected. I doubt any other magazine would do that for their interns. It's been so awesome here. I don’t think they know how much I appreciate them replying to all my nagging. They have all helped me achieve my most important dream which was writing for seventeen.
And the sun was all out today! I'm guessing this means I might have a bright future in magazine journalism. I hope I do.
All that's left to say is never let anything hold you back! Just keep pushing until you reach your destination.
Sunshine, happiness, chocolate hugs and strawberry kisses!
Maroefah
It's over, but it's far from over
I knew this day would come eventually so I guess there's no real reason to be sad.
Quite honestly, just the mere fact that I got this opportunity makes me extremely happy. Sure I'd love to spend my life working amongst these amazing people, but they made a week mean the world to me!
So what changed in me in the past week, you may ask?
Well, I became confident, interested in the business world, a better person in some way and for the most part INSPIRED.
Seeing these young people around me, getting so involved in creating and publishing an inspirational and awesome magazine was amazing. It was great seeing all the other interns who came in, because we all have one thing in common, we want to do something big with our lives!
Even though my last day has come and this is all over now, it's only the beginning of my career. It is my mission to do something big in this industry and for the past week, that's what seventeen has inspired me to do.
The seventeam had a little party for the three interns that were leaving today, it was really sweet. We received certificates and hampers as a little 'congratulations' and 'thank you' and all that stuff.
Thank You seventeen!
You rock my world!
Love and Hugs
Juanita
Quite honestly, just the mere fact that I got this opportunity makes me extremely happy. Sure I'd love to spend my life working amongst these amazing people, but they made a week mean the world to me!
So what changed in me in the past week, you may ask?
Well, I became confident, interested in the business world, a better person in some way and for the most part INSPIRED.
Seeing these young people around me, getting so involved in creating and publishing an inspirational and awesome magazine was amazing. It was great seeing all the other interns who came in, because we all have one thing in common, we want to do something big with our lives!
Even though my last day has come and this is all over now, it's only the beginning of my career. It is my mission to do something big in this industry and for the past week, that's what seventeen has inspired me to do.
The seventeam had a little party for the three interns that were leaving today, it was really sweet. We received certificates and hampers as a little 'congratulations' and 'thank you' and all that stuff.
Thank You seventeen!
You rock my world!
Love and Hugs
Juanita
The show must go on!
I can't believe my last day has arrived!
Being at seventeen has made me SUPER motivated to get back to University and finish the last six months of my Media and Journalism Degree. I know I will end up at seventeen again one day! It has been the most fun I have had in a long time!
Studying is a privilege and you should grab it with both hands! Don't study something that you won't LOVE doing for at least the next 40 years of your life! Deciding what you're going to study is a big deal. Think hard about it and be brave to explore! Through my exploring I landed an awesome interning opportunity that's meant the world to me!
Get out there and live!
Jacolette (Beauty intern)
Where's the good in saying in goodbye?
Today is my last day at the seventeen Intern Academy.
Well I can't really call it a day, I have to leave early to get back to Joburg on time (epic sigh). This has truly been one of the most amazing weeks ever, I've learnt so much about magazines and I've met so many cool people!
I want to give a BIG shout out to the whole Digi team, they are the sweetest girls ever, and I can only hope to work with people like them one day. Jen, Kerry, Roxanne, Anusha and Tabs, thank you for an incredible week!
And of course I need to thank the rest of the seventeam, especially Khwezi and Jess, for giving me this opportunity. The Digi team gave me my own little farewell party, which was so cute! I got a certificate and a goody bag (oh yeah), which included a DVD copy of Employee of the month... how did they know that's one of my favourite movies?
I’m looking so forward to reading the next issue knowing how much work the girls do to put together my fave glossy mag, this experience will stay with me forever!
Farewell, seventeen, thanks for letting me live my dream.
Love & Lipgloss
Sarah
Well I can't really call it a day, I have to leave early to get back to Joburg on time (epic sigh). This has truly been one of the most amazing weeks ever, I've learnt so much about magazines and I've met so many cool people!
I want to give a BIG shout out to the whole Digi team, they are the sweetest girls ever, and I can only hope to work with people like them one day. Jen, Kerry, Roxanne, Anusha and Tabs, thank you for an incredible week!
And of course I need to thank the rest of the seventeam, especially Khwezi and Jess, for giving me this opportunity. The Digi team gave me my own little farewell party, which was so cute! I got a certificate and a goody bag (oh yeah), which included a DVD copy of Employee of the month... how did they know that's one of my favourite movies?
I’m looking so forward to reading the next issue knowing how much work the girls do to put together my fave glossy mag, this experience will stay with me forever!
Farewell, seventeen, thanks for letting me live my dream.
Love & Lipgloss
Sarah
08 July 2011
Random facts and a story
Have I ever mentioned that I want to learn Spanish? LOL, random fact number one.
This morning I sat with Judi, the art intern and she was doing some page layout. She taught me a lot about it and how they actually design each page of the magazine. It looked really hard, but I guess if you love doing something, it's always fun to spend hours doing it. I'd like to be a graphic designer one day, random fact number two.
I spoke to Maroefah about writing blog posts and she feels the same as I do. When it comes to blog time, what can you write? It's quite difficult after a long day of thinking and sitting in front of a computer screen performing the fun tasks the seventeam have dished out. I love searching for pictures - random fact number three.
While on the seventeen blog searching for some inspiration, I saw that Sarah called me awesome (BIG smile), she is an awesome girl too.
So it's day four and it's really sad that the week went by so fast, yet super awesome that I got the opportunity to be here.
Ciao Amigos (I'm obsessed with all things Spanish - especially their soccer players) – another random fact.
Hugs and kisses
Juanita
This morning I sat with Judi, the art intern and she was doing some page layout. She taught me a lot about it and how they actually design each page of the magazine. It looked really hard, but I guess if you love doing something, it's always fun to spend hours doing it. I'd like to be a graphic designer one day, random fact number two.
I spoke to Maroefah about writing blog posts and she feels the same as I do. When it comes to blog time, what can you write? It's quite difficult after a long day of thinking and sitting in front of a computer screen performing the fun tasks the seventeam have dished out. I love searching for pictures - random fact number three.
While on the seventeen blog searching for some inspiration, I saw that Sarah called me awesome (BIG smile), she is an awesome girl too.
So it's day four and it's really sad that the week went by so fast, yet super awesome that I got the opportunity to be here.
Ciao Amigos (I'm obsessed with all things Spanish - especially their soccer players) – another random fact.
Hugs and kisses
Juanita
Ooh la la. . .
I spent today on the computer, still trying to defeat the "deadline villain".
I think I've done pretty well though. I worked hard on my feature and I've interviewed some great girls who volunteer to help the community.
My voice tends to sound funny on the phone so I don't like calling people. Today I crawled out of my shell and called them. Jessica told me calling would work better as I would get to interact with the girls and it gets people to say things they wouldn't normally tell in an email interview.
That’s why I want to go ahead with this article, so that I can showcase the amazing work of other people and in the process touch the lives of those who read my work.
Some new interns came in today, this office just constantly sees people coming and going. It's almost like a train station LOL. Sadly, it is almost time for the train to arrive at my stop and it has been one amazing ride filled with amazing memories.
Ciao bella,
Maroefah
I think I've done pretty well though. I worked hard on my feature and I've interviewed some great girls who volunteer to help the community.
My voice tends to sound funny on the phone so I don't like calling people. Today I crawled out of my shell and called them. Jessica told me calling would work better as I would get to interact with the girls and it gets people to say things they wouldn't normally tell in an email interview.
That’s why I want to go ahead with this article, so that I can showcase the amazing work of other people and in the process touch the lives of those who read my work.
Some new interns came in today, this office just constantly sees people coming and going. It's almost like a train station LOL. Sadly, it is almost time for the train to arrive at my stop and it has been one amazing ride filled with amazing memories.
Ciao bella,
Maroefah
Hunks and scenery
After doing my hair, nails and the million other things we girls do to get ready, I was finally ready for my first day as a seventeen intern.
I got here early just to get lost in the lifts... (Like, who does that?). Then again, knowing me, anything is possible! Then it struck me:- I should have taken the lift on the other side and not the one that goes right up to the 22nd floor*light bulb*.
I finally got to seventeen and immediately got my list of tasks to do. I'm a busy bee so I didn't complain. My day was awesome, I mean, who gets to research hunks and rising stars for a living?
I got to research a band that I would be interviewing with Zainab, looked up artists we can have in the mag and I even got a glimpse of the new Twilight movie.
The beauty of working in this building is that at lunch time, my biggest worry is whether to eat with the view of the Waterfront or Table Mountain...*smirk*
I haven't even been here for a full day yet, but I already feel that this is where I belong!
Kisses
Kelly
I got here early just to get lost in the lifts... (Like, who does that?). Then again, knowing me, anything is possible! Then it struck me:- I should have taken the lift on the other side and not the one that goes right up to the 22nd floor*light bulb*.
I finally got to seventeen and immediately got my list of tasks to do. I'm a busy bee so I didn't complain. My day was awesome, I mean, who gets to research hunks and rising stars for a living?
I got to research a band that I would be interviewing with Zainab, looked up artists we can have in the mag and I even got a glimpse of the new Twilight movie.
The beauty of working in this building is that at lunch time, my biggest worry is whether to eat with the view of the Waterfront or Table Mountain...*smirk*
I haven't even been here for a full day yet, but I already feel that this is where I belong!
Kisses
Kelly
A first day for the fashion pages
I cannot believe that this day has finally arrived!
My first day as a fashion intern at seventeen magazine. I was two hours early, gosh! I spent those hours drinking cup after cup of coffee until I finally headed up to the offices.
I met the Fashion Editor, Taugheedah and the other fashion intern, Mutale. Our first task was to unpack and sort out all the clothing and accessories that had arrived. We felt like we were Lauren and Whitney from The Hills!
It took up quite a lot of time and before we knew it, it was lunch time. For lunch, Mutale and I went up to the 22nd floor and we were both speechless when we saw the view of the harbour.
After lunch we had another very exciting task along with the beauty intern, Jacolette. We had to walk around the streets of Cape Town and take pictures of the stylish girls that we saw. This was not as easy as we thought it would be and we even got completely ignored by some people*rude*!
We then struggled to find our way back to the office, hee hee, but by the time we got back we were dead!
Let's do it again tomorrow.
Love Tara
Oh boy...
Its 4:30pm and I almost completely forgot I had to write this blog post! I’ve been pretty busy today, working on quizzes, gossip articles, answering reader questions and reviewing past magazines – work overload! But I’m still loving it here. This morning I answered some reader questions from the Dude Decoder section of the website. They were tough! Boys are so confusing – can’t live with them, can’t live without them. (Sigh)
It’s going to be so weird reading the next issue of seventeen knowing how much work goes into it, and being able to put a face to all the girls who write and design the features. It’s especially going to be weird asking questions on the seventeen SA Facebook page knowing that Kerry is behind the screen! Maybe I’ll bombard her with some extra-hard queries and complaints once in a while *evil laugh*. seventeen has changed my perspective on the world of print media. It’s not all glitz and glamour, you need to work hard and be focused in order to meet the deadlines.
I can’t believe how fast this week went by. I’m convinced now that time really does fly when you’re having fun. I thought working from 10-5 would exhaust me, I normally can’t even get through a day of school without falling asleep in one of my lessons, but at seventeen there’s never a dull moment! So, I don’t have to worry about being bored or spending countless hours staring impatiently at the clock!
I know I’ve said this before, but I’m SO grateful to have been given this amazing opportunity, it’s sad to think it’s almost over, but I’m so excited to start my university studies next year, knowing that places like seventeen await me once I’m done.
Remember my name; soon I’ll be taking the media world by storm!
Teehee
Sarah
xoxo
It’s going to be so weird reading the next issue of seventeen knowing how much work goes into it, and being able to put a face to all the girls who write and design the features. It’s especially going to be weird asking questions on the seventeen SA Facebook page knowing that Kerry is behind the screen! Maybe I’ll bombard her with some extra-hard queries and complaints once in a while *evil laugh*. seventeen has changed my perspective on the world of print media. It’s not all glitz and glamour, you need to work hard and be focused in order to meet the deadlines.
I can’t believe how fast this week went by. I’m convinced now that time really does fly when you’re having fun. I thought working from 10-5 would exhaust me, I normally can’t even get through a day of school without falling asleep in one of my lessons, but at seventeen there’s never a dull moment! So, I don’t have to worry about being bored or spending countless hours staring impatiently at the clock!
I know I’ve said this before, but I’m SO grateful to have been given this amazing opportunity, it’s sad to think it’s almost over, but I’m so excited to start my university studies next year, knowing that places like seventeen await me once I’m done.
Remember my name; soon I’ll be taking the media world by storm!
Teehee
Sarah
xoxo
Forever seventeen
Today when I arrived at seventeen HQ, the weather was beautiful!
I could finally wear something a bit cooler and not worry that I am going to freeze to death! Today is my second last day; I can’t believe time flew like this! I wish I could stay forever seventeen! This is really my dream job and I would love to work at a magazine. This is the reason I’m studying Journalism and Media Studies.
Learning how to produce a magazine is challenging and fun, which makes the job so worthwhile! I never thought that it takes this much effort and work, but I know I could do this forever!
Being an intern is FUN! After lunch me and two new fashion interns went out to hunt down some STREET STYLE ! Beware: we may be coming to a street near you.
Stay forever seventeen
Jacolette (Beauty Intern)
I could finally wear something a bit cooler and not worry that I am going to freeze to death! Today is my second last day; I can’t believe time flew like this! I wish I could stay forever seventeen! This is really my dream job and I would love to work at a magazine. This is the reason I’m studying Journalism and Media Studies.
Learning how to produce a magazine is challenging and fun, which makes the job so worthwhile! I never thought that it takes this much effort and work, but I know I could do this forever!
Being an intern is FUN! After lunch me and two new fashion interns went out to hunt down some STREET STYLE ! Beware: we may be coming to a street near you.
Stay forever seventeen
Jacolette (Beauty Intern)
07 July 2011
The day in pictures
I got to work and I was sitting around on Facebook waiting to start my work for the day. Then Sally the Art Director came to me and said that Sarah and I should go to all the floors and take random pics.
That seemed so exciting, especially because I LOVE photography with a passion.
As the floor exploring began, we were a bit upset to find that almost all the floors were in some way “under construction”. We managed to find floors that were fully done and I have to say that they looked pretty AMAZING!
It was a little awkward because we were going up and down elevators with people busy at work and we were snapping away. Taking pictures with Sarah was so much fun and she is a pretty cool person too.
We were so excited about the photos we had taken. Sally said it would be great if I actually did something with the pictures we took, so I started making a slideshow of all the pictures and stuff that I took. That was a lot of fun, because I love slideshows.
Bye for now
J
That seemed so exciting, especially because I LOVE photography with a passion.
As the floor exploring began, we were a bit upset to find that almost all the floors were in some way “under construction”. We managed to find floors that were fully done and I have to say that they looked pretty AMAZING!
It was a little awkward because we were going up and down elevators with people busy at work and we were snapping away. Taking pictures with Sarah was so much fun and she is a pretty cool person too.
We were so excited about the photos we had taken. Sally said it would be great if I actually did something with the pictures we took, so I started making a slideshow of all the pictures and stuff that I took. That was a lot of fun, because I love slideshows.
Bye for now
J
A villain called DEADLINE!
It’s the middle of the week and I am hating this whole eight-hour day. I guess it’s all part of growing up and becoming an ‘adult’.
I am seriously tired because I get up at 05.30 am and go to bed at midnight.
The pressure is definitely on! The deadline is hanging over my head like a guilty conscience, but I think I can pull it off. When it started to feel like the walls were caving in on me, I decided to go for a walk in sunny Cape Town. I just love to bake in the sun, it’s fun. You should try it sometime.
And for extra inspiration, I have the Locnville issue on my desk, which of course helps when you’re feeling a little down.
Deadline! The villain. Maroefah! The superhero! I will conquer.
Chocolate hugs and strawberry kisses
Maroefah.
I am seriously tired because I get up at 05.30 am and go to bed at midnight.
The pressure is definitely on! The deadline is hanging over my head like a guilty conscience, but I think I can pull it off. When it started to feel like the walls were caving in on me, I decided to go for a walk in sunny Cape Town. I just love to bake in the sun, it’s fun. You should try it sometime.
And for extra inspiration, I have the Locnville issue on my desk, which of course helps when you’re feeling a little down.
Deadline! The villain. Maroefah! The superhero! I will conquer.
Chocolate hugs and strawberry kisses
Maroefah.
Emails make the world go round
You know that saying “money makes the world go round” – it is so WRONG. Emails make the world go round.
When I got into the magazine business, no one told me I would be sending hundreds of emails daily, true story. Being on my 98th email today, I feel like I accomplished a lot. It becomes you and it’s what you do.
I have had to learn that every time you get frustrated with people, you have to calm yourself down, and say what you need to say, as politely as possible. Stuff does last forever on the net. When I opened my emails today, I was pretty impressed to see that four of the people I had requested things from, actually replied!
The thing about being a journalist is that for the most part, you rely on the computer in front of you and the telephone to your right. It’s so much easier (and more efficient) when people just reply to your emails, or answer their phones *angry tone*. This is the digital (and almost paperless) age, and people in all industries should get with the times. Plus, one of the things I love the most about my job is saying “You’re speaking to Nandipha from seventeen magazine!” on the phone – ha ha, it’s priceless.
Emails do make the world go round, but if you don’t reply, my world stops turning. People who reply to emails (soon) are the fabulous darlings who make my work so much easier!
xoxo
Nandi
When I got into the magazine business, no one told me I would be sending hundreds of emails daily, true story. Being on my 98th email today, I feel like I accomplished a lot. It becomes you and it’s what you do.
I have had to learn that every time you get frustrated with people, you have to calm yourself down, and say what you need to say, as politely as possible. Stuff does last forever on the net. When I opened my emails today, I was pretty impressed to see that four of the people I had requested things from, actually replied!
The thing about being a journalist is that for the most part, you rely on the computer in front of you and the telephone to your right. It’s so much easier (and more efficient) when people just reply to your emails, or answer their phones *angry tone*. This is the digital (and almost paperless) age, and people in all industries should get with the times. Plus, one of the things I love the most about my job is saying “You’re speaking to Nandipha from seventeen magazine!” on the phone – ha ha, it’s priceless.
Emails do make the world go round, but if you don’t reply, my world stops turning. People who reply to emails (soon) are the fabulous darlings who make my work so much easier!
xoxo
Nandi
Let’s go Lift Surfing!
This morning didn’t start off on a good note, I burnt my finger with my hair straightener (so sore!) and I couldn’t find my boots that I’m pretty sure I packed in Joburg... so frustrating! But after seeing the ‘always smiling’ seventeam girls when I walked into the offices, I knew my day could only get better!
My first assignment for the day was to go with Juanita , one of the interns,(she's awesome!) and take inspirational photos of various objects anywhere inside the 22-story building. We got a lot of weird looks from passer-bys while we randomly snapped pics of chairs, flowers and even walls (yes, walls can be inspiring). Lift surfing was fun, I wouldn’t be surprised if one of those lifts is out of order tomorrow morning because we pressed too many of the buttons at the same time!
I finished my first quiz with the headline ‘Are you heading for a break-up?’ (Hit seventeen.mobi on your cell to read it!), which I spent forever trying to compile; I’m not exactly an expert on that topic! But Kerry said it was perfect (yay!). I love how the seventeam is so nice; it makes this whole experience tons more enjoyable.
I had some spare time, and I was in a “writing mood” so I decided to write another blog post for my blog, Sarahndippity, but I kept getting distracted by everything going on in the office! I managed to get a sneak peek at the next issue by looking over my shoulder at what Judi, the design intern, was doing on the computer, she’s so creative! That inspired me to go take some more photos of the interns for the 17 blog, fun!
Interning at seventeen has been so amazing, I can only hope I get to work at a magazine like this once I’ve finished my studies *hint hint* :P. Looking forward to day 4!
Sarah xoxo
My first assignment for the day was to go with Juanita , one of the interns,(she's awesome!) and take inspirational photos of various objects anywhere inside the 22-story building. We got a lot of weird looks from passer-bys while we randomly snapped pics of chairs, flowers and even walls (yes, walls can be inspiring). Lift surfing was fun, I wouldn’t be surprised if one of those lifts is out of order tomorrow morning because we pressed too many of the buttons at the same time!
I finished my first quiz with the headline ‘Are you heading for a break-up?’ (Hit seventeen.mobi on your cell to read it!), which I spent forever trying to compile; I’m not exactly an expert on that topic! But Kerry said it was perfect (yay!). I love how the seventeam is so nice; it makes this whole experience tons more enjoyable.
I had some spare time, and I was in a “writing mood” so I decided to write another blog post for my blog, Sarahndippity, but I kept getting distracted by everything going on in the office! I managed to get a sneak peek at the next issue by looking over my shoulder at what Judi, the design intern, was doing on the computer, she’s so creative! That inspired me to go take some more photos of the interns for the 17 blog, fun!
Interning at seventeen has been so amazing, I can only hope I get to work at a magazine like this once I’ve finished my studies *hint hint* :P. Looking forward to day 4!
Sarah xoxo
Two is a charm!
My second day at seventeen started with me being stuck in Cape Town traffic. They told me the traffic here is bad, but I didn’t think it was this bad. Bumper to bumper as far as I could see. . . I thought I knew hectic traffic because I am from Bloemfontein but hey, there is no comparison!
Today I was much more relaxed and at ease, but still super excited to get to work. Working with Genevieve, the Beauty Editor is so much fun! I am learning so much from her. She asked me to answer a few beauty questions from our readers and I got to do some research about beauty products (so cool!). Now I am working on concepts for an advertorial! I can’t even see my desk under all the magazines!
I am having the time of my life. I can’t thank seventeen enough for this opportunity!
Jacolette (Beauty Intern)
Today I was much more relaxed and at ease, but still super excited to get to work. Working with Genevieve, the Beauty Editor is so much fun! I am learning so much from her. She asked me to answer a few beauty questions from our readers and I got to do some research about beauty products (so cool!). Now I am working on concepts for an advertorial! I can’t even see my desk under all the magazines!
I am having the time of my life. I can’t thank seventeen enough for this opportunity!
Jacolette (Beauty Intern)
06 July 2011
Seventeen perks
Today was like any other Tuesday, except I was surrounded by awesome people.
I came in super early this morning (09h15 to be exact), who knows why? During my research on celebrities, I found some pretty ugly pics of them, just when I thought they were perfect. Believe it or not, they also have imperfections.
I found out that they attend at least 3 events a week, demanding lifestyle. You gotta do it if you wanna be on people’s minds. Oh well, back to me! I am having a fantastic time and the long hours are so worth it.
The seventeam is all in all an amazing bunch of girls who have fun and put together an amazing magazine. All the hard work is definitely NOT putting me off wanting to be in the business one bit.
I know that this experience will not go to waste and will be one of those things that I remember for a long time to come.
Love, J
I came in super early this morning (09h15 to be exact), who knows why? During my research on celebrities, I found some pretty ugly pics of them, just when I thought they were perfect. Believe it or not, they also have imperfections.
I found out that they attend at least 3 events a week, demanding lifestyle. You gotta do it if you wanna be on people’s minds. Oh well, back to me! I am having a fantastic time and the long hours are so worth it.
The seventeam is all in all an amazing bunch of girls who have fun and put together an amazing magazine. All the hard work is definitely NOT putting me off wanting to be in the business one bit.
I know that this experience will not go to waste and will be one of those things that I remember for a long time to come.
Love, J
Goodbye is the hardest word...
LOL that sounds like an old love song I know.
I am trying to finish up my last task and the pressure is on. I can’t believe today is my last day. I have gotten so comfortable and used to everything at seventeen . Chanel and I both have writer’s block so I can’t think of the right things to say because ‘I hate goodbyes’...*another cheesy love song*.
I’ve completed my final rough draft for the gamer quiz and my timeline feature. I’ll be meeting with Zainab later to round everything up. At lunch, Chanel and I went to explore the city a bit. On our way back, we bumped into one of Chanel’s friends. She is also an intern at another magazine – whose name I won’t mention, (it’s apparently very boring there and they give her all the “not so nice work” to do). She says she regrets not applying to seventeen instead.
I am so happy that I applied to seventeen and got the opportunity to work with the most amazing group of mentors and friends. This experience got me excited for my future in media – whether it is print, online or broadcasting.
Interning at seventeen has opened my eyes to all the opportunities out there. This is not the last you’ll hear from me but for now this is goodbye.
Juanita (entertainment intern)
I am trying to finish up my last task and the pressure is on. I can’t believe today is my last day. I have gotten so comfortable and used to everything at seventeen . Chanel and I both have writer’s block so I can’t think of the right things to say because ‘I hate goodbyes’...*another cheesy love song*.
I’ve completed my final rough draft for the gamer quiz and my timeline feature. I’ll be meeting with Zainab later to round everything up. At lunch, Chanel and I went to explore the city a bit. On our way back, we bumped into one of Chanel’s friends. She is also an intern at another magazine – whose name I won’t mention, (it’s apparently very boring there and they give her all the “not so nice work” to do). She says she regrets not applying to seventeen instead.
I am so happy that I applied to seventeen and got the opportunity to work with the most amazing group of mentors and friends. This experience got me excited for my future in media – whether it is print, online or broadcasting.
Interning at seventeen has opened my eyes to all the opportunities out there. This is not the last you’ll hear from me but for now this is goodbye.
Juanita (entertainment intern)
As the feature grows, so does the writer
I’m working on my feature and it’s like taking care of a baby kitten for the first time.
You’re excited about it, you absolutely love it and it fills you with so much pride to see it grow even though it frustrates you at times. No matter how many times your fury bundle of joy pees on your carpet, you would never give it away!
Announcement: listen carefully because you don’t want to miss this. I am happy to announce that my first feature for seventeen magazine looks promising. To quote my editor Khwezi ,“It’s going somewhere.” Yay!!!
Writing for seventeen magazine and getting guidance from the editor, and the deputy editor Jess is amazing. The experience is priceless and you get to work with the loveliest people.
When learning to write for seventeen, you learn how to talk seventeen and how to be fabulously seventeen! No seriously, it’s a valuable writing experience that you will never forget.
At school and varsity, you learn how to write a particular way, or you choose to stick to a certain way of writing. Interning at seventeen is like going to a new school, where you’re taught another style of writing, (one which I can say is totally O.T.H or off the hook).
Most importantly though, you learn how to take critique and make yourself a better writer.
I guess my experience here links to the feature I’m writing about alternatives to going to the traditional university. One of the alternatives is doing an internship, at a workplace where you would like to see yourself one day.
Doing my internship here is not only teaching me how to write features, it’s also teaching me about fashion, design and using social media for research.
Watching my feature develop is amazing, but watching myself develop as a magazine journalist is a one in a million experience.
xoxo
Nandi
You’re excited about it, you absolutely love it and it fills you with so much pride to see it grow even though it frustrates you at times. No matter how many times your fury bundle of joy pees on your carpet, you would never give it away!
Announcement: listen carefully because you don’t want to miss this. I am happy to announce that my first feature for seventeen magazine looks promising. To quote my editor Khwezi ,“It’s going somewhere.” Yay!!!
Writing for seventeen magazine and getting guidance from the editor, and the deputy editor Jess is amazing. The experience is priceless and you get to work with the loveliest people.
When learning to write for seventeen, you learn how to talk seventeen and how to be fabulously seventeen! No seriously, it’s a valuable writing experience that you will never forget.
At school and varsity, you learn how to write a particular way, or you choose to stick to a certain way of writing. Interning at seventeen is like going to a new school, where you’re taught another style of writing, (one which I can say is totally O.T.H or off the hook).
Most importantly though, you learn how to take critique and make yourself a better writer.
I guess my experience here links to the feature I’m writing about alternatives to going to the traditional university. One of the alternatives is doing an internship, at a workplace where you would like to see yourself one day.
Doing my internship here is not only teaching me how to write features, it’s also teaching me about fashion, design and using social media for research.
Watching my feature develop is amazing, but watching myself develop as a magazine journalist is a one in a million experience.
xoxo
Nandi
Smitten by the glam
They say the first day is always the hardest.
Everything is new, you don’t know where to go, who to talk to or what to say. That’s all true, but I also know that the first day is necessary and that only good things will follow.
Today was my first day as a seventeen beauty intern. I started my day by unpacking luscious new beauty products and sorting them into categories, I can get used to this. I love working with pretty things.
I also did some filing and attended my first ever seventeen staff meeting (such fun).
Tomorrow is my second day and I hope it will be just as much fun as today was –duh, of course it will be because I am at SEVENTEEN!
Jacolette
Everything is new, you don’t know where to go, who to talk to or what to say. That’s all true, but I also know that the first day is necessary and that only good things will follow.
Today was my first day as a seventeen beauty intern. I started my day by unpacking luscious new beauty products and sorting them into categories, I can get used to this. I love working with pretty things.
I also did some filing and attended my first ever seventeen staff meeting (such fun).
Tomorrow is my second day and I hope it will be just as much fun as today was –duh, of course it will be because I am at SEVENTEEN!
Jacolette
Say goodbye...
I can't believe this day has actually arrived...
I don't want to say goodbye to this awesome seventeam. I am so going to miss Taugheedah's saying, " Chanel another box has arrived". I get so excited then because I get to unpack it. It can be anything from Guess and Tomato watches, Sissy boy and Levis shoes to dresses and skirts.
Juanita and I had our lunch break on the 22nd floor canteen, took pictures on the pretty 12th floor and explored the CBD.
I have made so many memories and had the experience of a Iife time. Nandi, Belinda, Carmen, Juanita and Charne were the best intern friends I have ever had and I will never forget all the fun times I had with them – love you guys!
I have really learnt so much in the past seven days while working at seventeen magazine. I am now ready to start my career in fashion.
I salute you seventeen Magazine
Love and Hugs
Chanel
I don't want to say goodbye to this awesome seventeam. I am so going to miss Taugheedah's saying, " Chanel another box has arrived". I get so excited then because I get to unpack it. It can be anything from Guess and Tomato watches, Sissy boy and Levis shoes to dresses and skirts.
Juanita and I had our lunch break on the 22nd floor canteen, took pictures on the pretty 12th floor and explored the CBD.
I have made so many memories and had the experience of a Iife time. Nandi, Belinda, Carmen, Juanita and Charne were the best intern friends I have ever had and I will never forget all the fun times I had with them – love you guys!
I have really learnt so much in the past seven days while working at seventeen magazine. I am now ready to start my career in fashion.
I salute you seventeen Magazine
Love and Hugs
Chanel
Stats and Supersistas
My second day at the seventeen offices is almost over; I still can’t believe how fast the days go by here! Today I met Roxanne, the Assistant Digital Editor, and she showed me how the stats for the seventeen website work. It was surprisingly really interesting!
We had a ‘stats meeting’ in the afternoon and spoke about the website’s traffic and what makes the readers want to come onto the site. Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez articles are the most popular – being the huge Belieber that I am, I think the majority of those clicks were probably from me *embarrassed face*.
When I was told I would be interning with the Digital Editor, my first thought was “Huh?” I had no idea that digital editors even existed, but now that I’ve seen all the hard work they put in to attract attention to the mag, I realise they play a VERY important role in the magazine biz.
While I was updating the blog, I saw that one of the interns Nandi, called me a supersista! Woohoo thanks Nandi! It’s weird that I haven’t had a chance to have a proper convo with the other interns yet, but they seem really cool! The seventeen offices, despite my expectations, are quiet and calm for the majority of the time. There’s no screaming and shouting and throwing around of papers! But then again, that stuff usually only happens during deadline week.
I wrote two gossip articles, one was on Taylor Momsen ,who I really can’t stand, but I managed to put aside my ‘differences’ and write a lightly toned story about her and her new beau. One of the sources said “They're well-matched given their joint love of black eyeliner." That made me LOL.
I’m quite upset that my second day is already over, that means I only have three days left here! *tear*. But I’m definitely going to make the most of them, looking forward to tomorrow!
Love & Lipgloss
Sarah :)
xx
We had a ‘stats meeting’ in the afternoon and spoke about the website’s traffic and what makes the readers want to come onto the site. Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez articles are the most popular – being the huge Belieber that I am, I think the majority of those clicks were probably from me *embarrassed face*.
When I was told I would be interning with the Digital Editor, my first thought was “Huh?” I had no idea that digital editors even existed, but now that I’ve seen all the hard work they put in to attract attention to the mag, I realise they play a VERY important role in the magazine biz.
While I was updating the blog, I saw that one of the interns Nandi, called me a supersista! Woohoo thanks Nandi! It’s weird that I haven’t had a chance to have a proper convo with the other interns yet, but they seem really cool! The seventeen offices, despite my expectations, are quiet and calm for the majority of the time. There’s no screaming and shouting and throwing around of papers! But then again, that stuff usually only happens during deadline week.
I wrote two gossip articles, one was on Taylor Momsen ,who I really can’t stand, but I managed to put aside my ‘differences’ and write a lightly toned story about her and her new beau. One of the sources said “They're well-matched given their joint love of black eyeliner." That made me LOL.
I’m quite upset that my second day is already over, that means I only have three days left here! *tear*. But I’m definitely going to make the most of them, looking forward to tomorrow!
Love & Lipgloss
Sarah :)
xx
The September Issue
Yet, another day in the life of a seventeen intern! Today, we (the interns) got to sit in on the production meeting for The September Issue of Seventeen but ,unlike (what I’m guessing) is a very tense meeting with Anna Wintour, the lovely ladies of Seventeen were cracking jokes and having a ball! While in a meeting! If ever I had a doubt about working at seventeen, they are all gone and I am sold!
I think above all, I absolutely love the fact that everyone here is so super polite and helpful. Which, of course kills those insane notions that women in the magazine industry are snobbish and only care about selling their preconcieved ideas of perfection to the well, not so perfect. And at the end of the day, that is what sets seventeen apart from the rest.
Speaking of September, the weather today was better than yesterday. The beautiful sun came out and blessed us with happiness. And I got to wear my sandals! (Yay!) It’s kind of funny, how the right weather or the right outfit changes your mood. But, that does not mean that you have to be sad on a rainy day. It’s all in your mind. Make the sun shine on your own time. There’s no stopping you.
Wishing you lots of sunshine and happiness,
Maroefah!
I think above all, I absolutely love the fact that everyone here is so super polite and helpful. Which, of course kills those insane notions that women in the magazine industry are snobbish and only care about selling their preconcieved ideas of perfection to the well, not so perfect. And at the end of the day, that is what sets seventeen apart from the rest.
Speaking of September, the weather today was better than yesterday. The beautiful sun came out and blessed us with happiness. And I got to wear my sandals! (Yay!) It’s kind of funny, how the right weather or the right outfit changes your mood. But, that does not mean that you have to be sad on a rainy day. It’s all in your mind. Make the sun shine on your own time. There’s no stopping you.
Wishing you lots of sunshine and happiness,
Maroefah!
05 July 2011
New week, new interns
So it’s the second week of my internship here at seventeen.
This week I’m busy with my blog posts and somehow I feel like I have been staring at this particular one for way too long. Every time I come back from lunch or the bathroom, I find something wrong with it. I still like to believe that it’s a perfect piece of writing, LOL.
This week’s interns arrived today, they seem nice, but too quiet and reserved. I miss Belz, Milly and Charne, but I can’t wait to get to know the other interns – they also seem pretty cool.
The one girl Sarah landed in Cape Town this morning from Joburg and came straight to work – talk about being a supersista!
I love being here; I love the people I get to work with. But most importantly- I love the fact that I still get to wake up every morning and work for seventeen the most awesome mag in the land!
Until tomorrow
Nandi
This week I’m busy with my blog posts and somehow I feel like I have been staring at this particular one for way too long. Every time I come back from lunch or the bathroom, I find something wrong with it. I still like to believe that it’s a perfect piece of writing, LOL.
This week’s interns arrived today, they seem nice, but too quiet and reserved. I miss Belz, Milly and Charne, but I can’t wait to get to know the other interns – they also seem pretty cool.
The one girl Sarah landed in Cape Town this morning from Joburg and came straight to work – talk about being a supersista!
I love being here; I love the people I get to work with. But most importantly- I love the fact that I still get to wake up every morning and work for seventeen the most awesome mag in the land!
Until tomorrow
Nandi
Am I still dreaming??
It was 3:30am when I heard the dreaded sound of my phone’s alarm go off, waking me from my sweet dream about Ian Somerhalder (sigh). Instead of hitting the snooze button and immersing myself back into a slumber, I jumped out of bed and felt immediately ready to begin the epic journey to Cape Town for my week-long internship at my favourite magazine. I had to pinch myself to make sure I wasn’t still dreaming!
Walking in to seventeen magazine HQ this morning, I must admit I felt a bit like Ugly Betty, mostly because I probably looked like a mess after sitting on an airplane for two hours and trudging through cold winds to get to the offices. But nevertheless, after my confusing trip up the elevator, I was greeted by a bunch of smiling faces, and after a couple of friendly introductions, all my nerves disappeared and I felt like I’d finally found where I was meant to be – cheesy I know, but true!
Khwezi, the editor of seventeen, gave her ‘opening speech’ and introduced the rest of the seventeam to the new interns. Meeting Khwezi was like meeting a real-life celebrity. I’d seen her picture in the front of every issue of seventeen, but seeing her standing in front of me... I felt completely star-struck! Anna Wintour had me thinking that all magazine editors were, well, bitchy, but Khwezi definitely shattered that stereotype!
The awesome digital editing team, including Kerry and Jennifer , told me about the digi side of the mag. Kerry showed me how the website worked, and how to update this wonderful blog. I had to write my first gossip article, on Mr Hotness himself Zac Efron, which was so much fun! I spend way too much of my time online, and I’m celebrity crazed, so I had no complaints on putting together a gossip quickie, I can’t wait to write more!
Being in Matric this year, I’m hoping this experience will help me decide what I should study next year. I’ve always wanted to work in the media, but I’ve never had the chance to find out if working in the fast-paced world of print media is really for me, so I’m so extremely grateful to be presented with this amazing opportunity! I really can’t wait to get a good night’s sleep and wake up, not at 3:30am, tomorrow morning ready for another day living my dream!
Love & Lipgloss
Sarah
Walking in to seventeen magazine HQ this morning, I must admit I felt a bit like Ugly Betty, mostly because I probably looked like a mess after sitting on an airplane for two hours and trudging through cold winds to get to the offices. But nevertheless, after my confusing trip up the elevator, I was greeted by a bunch of smiling faces, and after a couple of friendly introductions, all my nerves disappeared and I felt like I’d finally found where I was meant to be – cheesy I know, but true!
Khwezi, the editor of seventeen, gave her ‘opening speech’ and introduced the rest of the seventeam to the new interns. Meeting Khwezi was like meeting a real-life celebrity. I’d seen her picture in the front of every issue of seventeen, but seeing her standing in front of me... I felt completely star-struck! Anna Wintour had me thinking that all magazine editors were, well, bitchy, but Khwezi definitely shattered that stereotype!
The awesome digital editing team, including Kerry and Jennifer , told me about the digi side of the mag. Kerry showed me how the website worked, and how to update this wonderful blog. I had to write my first gossip article, on Mr Hotness himself Zac Efron, which was so much fun! I spend way too much of my time online, and I’m celebrity crazed, so I had no complaints on putting together a gossip quickie, I can’t wait to write more!
Being in Matric this year, I’m hoping this experience will help me decide what I should study next year. I’ve always wanted to work in the media, but I’ve never had the chance to find out if working in the fast-paced world of print media is really for me, so I’m so extremely grateful to be presented with this amazing opportunity! I really can’t wait to get a good night’s sleep and wake up, not at 3:30am, tomorrow morning ready for another day living my dream!
Love & Lipgloss
Sarah
Je m'appelle Maroefah!
This means my name is Maroefah in French, a language that I want to learn. I still can’t believe I am working at seventeen magazine.
I applied for this internship about a million times (Just kidding! I think it was three times).
I was starting to believe that it was simply not meant to be. And then I remembered what my wise grandmother always used to tell me, “try and try again”. And I guess persistence is the key to success because here I am.
I was nervous when I came here because (to me) damp and windy weather always signifies doom. And I’d hate to think that the career I have dreamt about my whole life was doomed before it even began.
That had me questioning a lot of things, like am I making the right choice by becoming a magazine journalist? Well, that thought didn’t last very long after I got to seventeen HQ. I had to do some research (weird, because I actually love researching) for a story to pitch in my first features meeting.
All in all, it was a fantastic day! I got to meet the entire seventeam and I was so excited that I think I arrived way too early. But, what can I say; you can’t stop an eager beaver.
Au revoir mon amie ,
Maroefah
I applied for this internship about a million times (Just kidding! I think it was three times).
I was starting to believe that it was simply not meant to be. And then I remembered what my wise grandmother always used to tell me, “try and try again”. And I guess persistence is the key to success because here I am.
I was nervous when I came here because (to me) damp and windy weather always signifies doom. And I’d hate to think that the career I have dreamt about my whole life was doomed before it even began.
That had me questioning a lot of things, like am I making the right choice by becoming a magazine journalist? Well, that thought didn’t last very long after I got to seventeen HQ. I had to do some research (weird, because I actually love researching) for a story to pitch in my first features meeting.
All in all, it was a fantastic day! I got to meet the entire seventeam and I was so excited that I think I arrived way too early. But, what can I say; you can’t stop an eager beaver.
Au revoir mon amie ,
Maroefah
A gloomy day in 17 land
I was so sad not to see Carmen, Belinda and Charne’s faces when I got to the office this morning.
They finished up their internships on Friday and now it’s just Chanel, Nandi and I. The new interns started today, but we still miss the others.
I have just finished my career timeline drafts: I had to sort and download the pictures because they were sent in individual emails (not cool!) and now I have to get cracking on my MacGyver Knife interview.
Taugheedah, the fashion editor, has been doing castings for future shoots all morning, which means models have been in and out of seventeen HQ. Feeling guilty about the way I have been eating, I decided to buy a takeaway salad and a slice of bread for lunch. Ha ha!
It’s quite gloomy outside today and I can’t help looking to my left and being the tiniest bit sad that Belinda and Carmen aren’t sitting next to me. Today is my second last day at the seventeen academy intern, so maybe the way I feel is having an effect on the weather because it certainly looks like it.
I still got love mad for seventeeners.
Love
Juanita (entertainment)
They finished up their internships on Friday and now it’s just Chanel, Nandi and I. The new interns started today, but we still miss the others.
I have just finished my career timeline drafts: I had to sort and download the pictures because they were sent in individual emails (not cool!) and now I have to get cracking on my MacGyver Knife interview.
Taugheedah, the fashion editor, has been doing castings for future shoots all morning, which means models have been in and out of seventeen HQ. Feeling guilty about the way I have been eating, I decided to buy a takeaway salad and a slice of bread for lunch. Ha ha!
It’s quite gloomy outside today and I can’t help looking to my left and being the tiniest bit sad that Belinda and Carmen aren’t sitting next to me. Today is my second last day at the seventeen academy intern, so maybe the way I feel is having an effect on the weather because it certainly looks like it.
I still got love mad for seventeeners.
Love
Juanita (entertainment)
All I can say is WOW!
My first day was scary, but fun at the same time. I didn't have a clue what to expect and the whole environment was all very new to me.
I spent some time on my own throwing bits and pieces together to create a collage and get inspired. And then I spent more time after lunch with the art intern, Judi. She told me about how each page of the magazine is carefully designed to fit the many techniques and rules for the mag.
It was really a great experience and I thoroughly enjoyed everything. It has helped me be more decisive about where I'm going in the near future, and I have definitely learnt a lot.
Love
Juanita Nunes
I spent some time on my own throwing bits and pieces together to create a collage and get inspired. And then I spent more time after lunch with the art intern, Judi. She told me about how each page of the magazine is carefully designed to fit the many techniques and rules for the mag.
It was really a great experience and I thoroughly enjoyed everything. It has helped me be more decisive about where I'm going in the near future, and I have definitely learnt a lot.
Love
Juanita Nunes
04 July 2011
All good things come to an end
My last post for my last day at seventeen magazine, it was the most awesome one by far.
Taugheedah and I went to the Cape Town Fashion Council (CTFC) and I had such a great time there. We judged the new face for AFI who will also walk the catwalk at the SA Fashion Week. The event was graced by the most beautiful models I had ever seen.
There was a particular model that caught our eye; her name was Akuol De Mabior. Unfortunately she could not be chosen because she was not South African. I also met the lovely Tatum Keshwar (Miss South Africa 2008). She is the friendliest person ever and so down to earth.
I have made so many contacts and met so many people in this amazing industry while working at seventeen and I wish it didn’t have to end. With that in my pocket, I will forever be grateful for this opportunity and I just can’t wait to start my career.
It’s time to say goodbye to my intern friend Carmen, I love this girl and we‘ve had so much fun together, but we will definitely keep in touch.
Just when I was about to send my blog post in, Khwezi called us to the boardroom. They had arranged a little farewell party for us...it was so sad.
I loved every moment as a seventeen intern and I can’t believe it’s already over.
Kiss kiss,
Chanel
Taugheedah and I went to the Cape Town Fashion Council (CTFC) and I had such a great time there. We judged the new face for AFI who will also walk the catwalk at the SA Fashion Week. The event was graced by the most beautiful models I had ever seen.
There was a particular model that caught our eye; her name was Akuol De Mabior. Unfortunately she could not be chosen because she was not South African. I also met the lovely Tatum Keshwar (Miss South Africa 2008). She is the friendliest person ever and so down to earth.
I have made so many contacts and met so many people in this amazing industry while working at seventeen and I wish it didn’t have to end. With that in my pocket, I will forever be grateful for this opportunity and I just can’t wait to start my career.
It’s time to say goodbye to my intern friend Carmen, I love this girl and we‘ve had so much fun together, but we will definitely keep in touch.
Just when I was about to send my blog post in, Khwezi called us to the boardroom. They had arranged a little farewell party for us...it was so sad.
I loved every moment as a seventeen intern and I can’t believe it’s already over.
Kiss kiss,
Chanel
No Hoorays for Friday!
I came in to work at 9am today because I had quite a lot to wrap up.
I still had to write my article on MacGyver Knife. I had recorded the interview so that I don’t get any facts wrong. As easy as it might seem, getting the article done was quite a process.
I worked on a rough draft which I had to send to Zainab by the end of the day. I was feeling the pressure of my deadlines, but it was a good kind of pressure. I can’t wait for the article to get published, I worked so hard on it and it feels really good.
I also worked on my timelines and researched a gaming quiz that I would be doing. The aim of the quiz was to find out what type of video gamer you are. I also researched the latest games out there to tie in to the quiz as well*so exciting*. My deadline for that is Monday so I’ll have the entire weekend to do it – it’s like homework, only so much cooler!
Friday was also Carmen and Belinda’s last day with us at the seventeen Academy. I can’t believe it’s been a week already, the time has just flown by.
I hated seeing them go. The little farewell party for them was such a sweet thing to do *sniff sniff* *sad eyes*
Ta ta for now...
Juanita
I still had to write my article on MacGyver Knife. I had recorded the interview so that I don’t get any facts wrong. As easy as it might seem, getting the article done was quite a process.
I worked on a rough draft which I had to send to Zainab by the end of the day. I was feeling the pressure of my deadlines, but it was a good kind of pressure. I can’t wait for the article to get published, I worked so hard on it and it feels really good.
I also worked on my timelines and researched a gaming quiz that I would be doing. The aim of the quiz was to find out what type of video gamer you are. I also researched the latest games out there to tie in to the quiz as well*so exciting*. My deadline for that is Monday so I’ll have the entire weekend to do it – it’s like homework, only so much cooler!
Friday was also Carmen and Belinda’s last day with us at the seventeen Academy. I can’t believe it’s been a week already, the time has just flown by.
I hated seeing them go. The little farewell party for them was such a sweet thing to do *sniff sniff* *sad eyes*
Ta ta for now...
Juanita
And the Award goes to...
This is our last day of our internship at seventeen We have enjoyed ourselves here and we are more fabulous than when we went in. To honour people who made my time here as memorable as it has been, I felt it worthy to give a few awards.
In that spirit…
The award for the best sense of humour goes to…
Charne – She is that girl that always makes you laugh, but doesn’t know it.
Earliest girl at work...
Carmen – interns have to report to work at 10am...this girl has been coming to work at 9:25 for 4 days in a row. Don’t believe me; check the register at the office.
The Lunchtime award
Carmen – She is our lunch bell. She never fails to remind us that it’s lunch time.
The “Stripes, flowers and lace” fashion award –
Chanel – The fashion intern that dresses the part, like Khwezi said at the farewell party, with a name like Chanel, what else can she do?
The Flawless make-up award goes to...
Belinda – She is always on point with her make-up.
The storyteller award-
Thabz – The girl is a rock star at lunch time. She’ll have us asking- who? What? Where? With the stories she has to tell.
The most enchanting smile...
Juanita – If you forget everything else about this week, you will remember her smile.
The Editors award
Belinda – One day is one day. This girl was made for what she wants to do - I mean, just look at her!
Well there you have it... to the lovely ladies I got to meet this week, may our paths cross again soon, and may there be stripes, lace and lots of make-up LOL!
Till we meet again,
Nandi
In that spirit…
The award for the best sense of humour goes to…
Charne – She is that girl that always makes you laugh, but doesn’t know it.
Earliest girl at work...
Carmen – interns have to report to work at 10am...this girl has been coming to work at 9:25 for 4 days in a row. Don’t believe me; check the register at the office.
The Lunchtime award
Carmen – She is our lunch bell. She never fails to remind us that it’s lunch time.
The “Stripes, flowers and lace” fashion award –
Chanel – The fashion intern that dresses the part, like Khwezi said at the farewell party, with a name like Chanel, what else can she do?
The Flawless make-up award goes to...
Belinda – She is always on point with her make-up.
The storyteller award-
Thabz – The girl is a rock star at lunch time. She’ll have us asking- who? What? Where? With the stories she has to tell.
The most enchanting smile...
Juanita – If you forget everything else about this week, you will remember her smile.
The Editors award
Belinda – One day is one day. This girl was made for what she wants to do - I mean, just look at her!
Well there you have it... to the lovely ladies I got to meet this week, may our paths cross again soon, and may there be stripes, lace and lots of make-up LOL!
Till we meet again,
Nandi
Magazine Fast Lane
What looked like a terrible morning when I opened my bedroom curtains, turned out to be the most fun and beautiful day of my week!
Thinking it was going to be cold and wet, I walked out in my boots and winter coat. I nervously awaited a, "Sorry, we won't ride the Vespas today, the weather's too gloomy", but instead I was greeted with sunny skies and smiling faces and the opportunity to test drive the cutest little scooter in town – The Vespa.
Jessica and I went to the Vespa showroom and were greeted by their employees who bombarded us with every piece of Vespa 411 in the manual! From engine capacity to price ranges and manufacturing – by the time we left, we were pros!
Enough with the theory, let's ride. Needless to say, it was like flying (well, flying really slowly. It was my first time after all!). It was surprisingly easy to ride and handle and makes one feel incredibly cool and sexy! It's DEFINITELY a must-have for your Christmas list!
It was back to the office and when we got there, there was a party thrown for the interns who were leaving. We all received cute little goodie bags and a pink certificate for our hard work as seventeen's 2011 interns.
In my week here, I have learned so much in terms of realising the path that I'm on and if it's the right one. I learnt that maybe I want to work as a feature editor as opposed to having always wanted to be a fashion editor. It always sounded "cool" LOL.
I also appreciate the value of a magazine a lot more now that I've actually worked for one! Next time I even think about putting a pair of scissors to a magazine, I will most DEFINITELY think twice!
Now to send my SHOUT OUTS.
I would like to say a huuuuge THANK YOU to Jess Manim, Khwezi Magwaza, my fellow interns and the entire seventeam for making this experience so worthwhile and fun. I truly respect what they do here and really hope to be a permanent part of the industry one day *hint to the editors*!
Lots of Love,
Queen Bee
01 July 2011
WORK! WORK! WORK...and Wine gums
I can’t believe that my last day at seventeen is almost here *sad face*. This week flew past so incredibly fast. I am a little sad that it’s almost over. Seventeen HQ has been home, and I’ve grown comfortable here during these past few days. Everyone is so friendly and they answer all our never-ending questions. I have learned so much in such a short space of time.
Running a magazine is difficult, I can’t imagine how much work poor Khwezi has to do. Wow! I’ve decided that regardless of that, I still really want her job LOL...that’s why I’m here I guess!
In my time here, I got first-hand experience of what an Editor has to do, a nice break from my unrealistic rose-coloured goals of being the next Meryl Streep! The work was fairly less stressful than yesterday I must admit. My interviewees have all pulled through (You rock guys!) and things seem to be falling into place.
Yesterday I felt as if everything was scattered on the ground and I’m glad it’s finally coming together! My time as a seventeen intern is coming to an end and I am truly grateful for the opportunity...I’ll go through all the “thank yous” and “goodbyes” tomorrow in my last blog post. Not everyone gets opportunities like this and it’s amazing that I’m one of the girls that did.
Mwah...
Belinda
In My Element
9.30am: I got to the seventeen office – it seems like all the interns arrive earlier and earlier everyday. I guess we enjoy what we are doing that much*rolling eyes*!
I decided to make a change today, instead of writing my blog post late like I usually do, I started at 10am. I keep forgetting that little thing called a deadline that creeps up at 3pm, but not today. My list of tasks for the day was...well, quite lengthy I must say.
I spent most of my day stressing about my feature on successful South Africans. It’s a lot harder than I thought!
3.05pm: I got back from my interview with the band MacGyver Knife...Yay. They are the most chilled out guys I know...listen to me talking like we’ve been friends for years. They are so full of jokes and I couldn’t help laughing at the punches they were cracking out at each other.
Zainab and I recorded the interview, so now I just needed to turn it into an article.
In typical celebrity style, the entertainment industry big shots I contacted yesterday either chickened out or were way too busy to reply to my questions (so uncool!). But no worries because we have backups!
On a different note: I got some light reading to take home, Meg Cabot’s (the same author that graced us with The Princess Diaries series) brand new trilogy. I read the first chapter, but didn’t really enjoy it because I think it was a little too dark and twisted for me. Then again, I’m the girl who had nightmares for six months after my 13th birthday party which had a scary theme.
I had an awesome time interviewing MacGyver Knife and I think the media bug just bit me. I even love the writing side of it.
Peace, love and sparkles...
Juanita, entertainment intern
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