WEEKLY NETWORKING EVENTS
BUILD YOUR NETWORK. LEARN FROM THE BEST. CONNECT WITH 80+ INDUSTRY ICONS DURING YOUR STUDIES AT NFC.
Each week, National Fashion College hosts a TWO networking events, at both our Sydney and Melbourne Campus, allowing our students the opportunity to meet some of the most renowned individuals in the industry. Our team hosts an intimate Q&A session that delves into the success, journey and experiences of some of the industry’s most prolific figures. At the conclusion of each session, students have the chance to meet our special guests. Both on-campus & online students are invited to take part in our weekly guest speaker sessions, and these can be streamed virtually for online students.
The Editorial & Fashion Department
VOGUE Australia
Peter Murdoch
Ready to Wear Expert - Louis Vuitton
Matilda & Don Robertson
Founders - STAX
Nikki Campbell & Sophie Coote
Founders of SIR The Label
Nicole Adolphe
Head of Style - THE ICONIC
Anika Meza
P&C Manager - WHITE FOX
Sam Papadopoulos
National VM Manager - VALENTINO
Grant Pearce
Editor-in-Chief - Esquire Magazine
Audrey Nania
CEO - Decjuba
Tara Pokarier
Stylist - David Jones
Eva Galambos
Founder & Director - Parlour X
previous guests include:
Ava Chandler Matthews
Founder & Director - Ultra Violette
Emily Algar
Beauty Editor - Russh
Kathryn Lamb
Global Brand Manager - Billini
Angelina Luckett
Head of Merchandise - Sass & Bide
Lara Karamian
Event Director & Founder - Lara Inc
Jess Pecoraro
Celebrity Stylist
Harriet Winter
Talent Acquisition - Burberry
Jane Lu
CEO & Founder - Showpo
Bronte O’Brien & Mia Roberts
PR & Social Managers - SEPHORA
Jake Millar
Editor-In-Chief - GQ Australia
Christina Karklis
PR Specialist - MIMCO
HEAD OFFICE EXCURSIONS
Throughout each term, on-campus students are invited to experience exclusive head office excursions that provide unparalleled access to the inner workings of some of fashion, beauty, media and retail’s most influential brands.
These immersive experiences take students behind the scenes to explore how leading businesses operate across departments including marketing, PR, buying, styling, merchandising, e-commerce, creative, content, operations, leadership and brand strategy. Students gain firsthand insight into the realities of industry life, connect directly with professionals and often discover career pathways they had never previously considered.
Previous excursions have included exclusive visits to Channel 7 Studios, Valentino, Cotton On Group, MECCA, Country Road Group, Seafolly, MAXMEDIALAB, Gucci, Showpo, KSUBI, MESHKI, THE ICONIC, David Jones, Billini, INCU, Sunshades Eyewear and RUSSH Magazine - with new opportunities introduced each year.
LMS THE BRAND
KOOKAI
DIOR
LOUIS VUITTON
KSUBI
channel 7 studios
additional perks
National Fashion College hosts a wide range of exclusive on-campus events throughout the year, all open to our students.
One of the standout experiences at NFC is our Content Days. These are dedicated to giving students the chance to participate in professional-grade photo and video shoots, where they can create high-quality content for their portfolios, LinkedIn profiles, and major projects. These shoots offer students a platform to showcase their talents and build their personal brand, all while gaining hands-on industry experience.
The Future Icon Awards are celebrated and presented at our annual graduation ceremony, making it one of the most anticipated events of the year at National Fashion College. With 10 categories and 10 winners, these awards recognise the outstanding achievements of students who have gone above and beyond throughout their studies. Each award is proudly sponsored by one of our incredible industry partners, adding extra prestige to the occasion.
Categories like Styling of the Year, Content Creator of the Year, and more ensure that there's a recognition for every passion and talent within the fashion industry get an exclusive trophy, and a generous gift from the brand sponsoring their category, marking a major achievement in their NFC journey.
