Wednesday, November 17, 2010

EOC Evaluation Experience


· What did you learn?

From the 15 step evaluation process I learned how similar the goals of Cristin, Gloria, Breann and I are. I learned that each of our main goals is to graduate and find a job. All of us, though in various programs, work hard to attain our Bachelors degrees and will not stop until we have done so. From the evaluation process that we imitated, I learned that it is somewhat difficult to determine how good someone is at their job through a simple interview. I also learned that you can actually pick up a lot about a person’s work ethic and personality from a simple interview.

· What caught you by surprise?

Things that caught me by surprise include everyone’s work ethic, a slight tendency to slack in attendance, little motivation, strong want to earn degree.

· How prepared were you?

I was rather prepared because I knew what kinds of questions were going to be asked and how to answer them. Interviewing and evaluation has a lot to do with saying what the interviewer wants to hear.

· Evaluate the individual members of your group.

· By name, how did they participate?

Cristin: Strong want to accelerate her degree. Strong desire to do well in school. Understands school policies and even how to work around them.

Gloria: Strong want to graduate. Works hard on projects and assignments. Understands school policies.

Breann: Very good student. Strong want to graduate. Works very hard on all assignments. Truly has passion for potential career.

· Do you think they (by name) could be viable candidates for a real job? Explain.

Cristin: Very viable candidate for a real job. Very personable, knows how to talk to people, good persuasion skills, would make a good salesperson.

Gloria: Very viable candidate for a real job. Very friendly, neat and well-spoken. Determined and outgoing.

Breann: Very viable candidate for a real job. Very hard working, very passionate with a strong desire to succeed.

· Would you want them to represent your school in a job interview situation as a graduate of The Art Institute?

I think that all three girls would be good choices for representing the Art Institute in a job interview situation. I feel that all three of the candidates are personable, hard working and determined.

· How could this experience be improved for you? For the class?

This experience could be improved for both me and the class by interviewing people in several different degree programs. Variations in gender and age would also create improvement. I think that this experience would be better evaluated if done in a general education class, where several different majors and types of people are included.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

BOC Famous Resume


Karl Lagerfeld

klagerfeld@chanel.com

12 rue Vivienne

75002 Paris

France

+44 (0)1 44 50 22 22

Fashion Designer, Artist, Photographer

More than 40 years’ experience in the fashion design, development and market launch of high-quality clothing for the global markets. Combine outstanding design talents with the ability to create identity and develop individuality. Prior experience in garment design and product development. Expertise includes:

• Innovative Designs

• Classic Designs

• Ready-to-Wear Designs

• Fashion Photography

• Costume Design

· Ever Evolving Looks

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Head Designer & Creative Director 1982 - Current

Chanel

France

High-Profile corporate position directing and creating designs. Recruited due to excellent recognition as a fashion designer. Well-known for his Chanel logo design and upholding the timeless, always chic style of Chanel.

President, CEO, Head Designer & Creative Director 1980 - Current

Karl Lagerfeld

Paris, France

High-profile corporate position overseeing, directing and developing the Karl Lagerfeld brand and all of its licensing projects. Began with freelance projects, including costume designs for celebrities such as Madonna and Kylie Minogue.

Collection Designer 1972-Current

Fendi

Italy

High-profile corporate position designing furs, clothing and accessories for the well-known brand.

AWARDS

· Neiman Marcus Award, 1980

· Bath Costume Dress of the Year Award, 1981

· Golden Thimble Award (Dé d’Or), 1986

· Council of Fashion Designers of America Award, 1991

· Fashion Footwear of America Award, 1991

NOTABLE WORK

Freelanced Early On For:

· Pierre Balmain

· House of Patou

· Krizia

· Chloe

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

EOC: Famous Resume


Marc Jacobs

marcjacobs@gmail.com

72 Spring St.,

8th Fl.

New York, NY 10012

212.343.0022

Fashion Designer

More than 20 years’ experience in the fashion design, development and market launch of high-quality clothing for the global markets. Combine outstanding design talents with the ability to create identity and develop individuality. Prior experience in garment design and product development. Expertise includes:

Innovative Designs

Product Development & Licensing

Beautiful, Creative Designs

Supplier Sourcing & Negotiations

Client Sales Presentations & Negotiations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Creative Director 2007 - Current

Louis Vuitton

France

High-Profile corporate position directing and creating designs. Recruited due to excellent recognition as a fashion designer. Notably created the first ready-to-wear line for Louis Vuitton. Proven to be a true asset to the Louis Vuitton brand.

President, CEO & Designer 1986 - Current

Marc Jacobs

New York City, New York

High-profile corporate position overseeing, directing and developing the Marc Jacobs brand and all of its licensing projects. Began as joint company and later put in to the hands of Jacobs.

Collection Designer 1984-85

Perry Ellis, Inc.

New York City, New York

High-profile corporate position directing and creating the design, development and fabrication of high-end clothing. Recruited to introduce new and innovative designs and a new designer.

AWARDS

· Made Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World – April 2010

· Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA)’s The Women's Designer of the Year Award – 1992

· CFDA’s Perry Ellis Award for New Fashion Talent – 1987

· Perry Ellis Gold Thimble Award – 1984

· Chester Weinberg Gold Thimble Award -1984

· Parson’s Design Student of the Year - 1984

EDUCATION

Parsons the New School for Design, New York City, New York

BFA – Fashion Design – 1984

BOC: "Stolen Valor Lawsuit"

The company that went wrong in hiring the veteran rather than the non-veteran because they did not base their hiring off of qualifications. It is un-fair to choose one candidate over another based on the mere fact that they have served in the military. Doing so is like hiring someone because they are republican or democratic. I think that it is fair for the passed-up employee to ask for the six months he missed pay. I have never heard of someone being hired on the basis that they had served in the military.

BOC Week 5

What is the job title? Does the title explain what the job is? If not, what title would offer a better explanation?

Go-go Dancer is the job title.Yes, the title explains the job but a better title might be “Pole Dancing Go-Go” because I dance clothed on a pole.   

How does the job fit in with the rest of the company? What jobs are comparable? Is the wage/salary comparable to other jobs within the company? Within the industry? Use reference materials (library, Internet) to justify your answer.

The company is Black Door Bar/Grill, so the job fits because it is a rock n roll bar where there is often live music. Comparable jobs include only the DJ. All of us work for the same salary but earn different amounts of tips. We all make less than we should be earning in the industry we work in.

What is the chain of command? To whom does the person with this job report? Is this person responsible for monitoring the work of others? Describe the internal and external contacts of the person holding this position.

Chain of Command: Owner – General Manager – Bartenders/Servers/Dancer/DJ     I report to the General Manager. Yes, the GM is responsible for all of the workers @ Black Door.

What duties and tasks does the person holding this job perform? What are the physical requirements of the job?

Dancing – 30 min on/30 min off. Entertaining guests when off stage. Looking cute & happy. Getting customers to purchase drinks. Requires strength & ability to dance for long periods of time.

What tools and equipment are required for this job? Include any computer equipment.

None – Just bring self

Describe the baseline knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job.

Ability to dance & perform pole tricks. Ability to entertain & be friendly. Understanding of work & operation in bar/restaurant.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

EOC "Stolen Valor"


Stolen Valor is not treated very seriously by the government. In fact, there is no punishment (jail time or fine) for posing as military personnel. Stolen Valor, however, has been found in unconstitutional and illegal in some states, such as Georgia. The reason some choose to lie about being in the military or having military experience to make themselves look better and/or to receive special benefits. This is incredibly unfair to those who really have served time in the military.

If I employed someone that lied about serving time in the military, I feel that I would be forced to let them go. As someone who has seen the benefits of military experience, I do not think it is fair for someone to be honored as military if they are not or have not met up to all the things they claim to. My father served in the Air Force for twenty years and sees amazing benefits from such. This is because he served his country for twenty years! To receive military benefits without being military is unjust and unexcusable.


“This is not a victimless crime. If we must begin to wonder upon the constitutionality of the rights of those who falsely take versus the rights of those who have righteously given, then for whom have any of the truly brave fought or died for? Who fights for those who have given of themselves when no one else would or could? It is the responsibility of the families who are sometimes left behind to steward and protect the memories of those lost in war. They are the victims of Stolen Valor and their rights should matter more than that of a common liar... their rights are the compelling reason.”[1]

[1] http://www.examiner.com/military-families-in-atlanta/stolen-valor-law-dismissed-as-illegal-and-unconstitutional-by-california-s-9th-circuit