After developing a personalised pitch for Gorilla in Manchester I sent an email enquiring about work experience to both enquires and Joe Bowker (creative director). Initially, I tried to identify specific emails using Hunter however no results where found, therefore I researched the studio to find the names of those who worked there using linkedIn. I used the hello address as a base for the specific email, which worked well as I got a reply. I had noticed after finding Gorilla on Instagram and following them on my design account that they followed me back, giving me an indication that they liked my work. As the studio is relatively small I used this as my subject line as I felt being a little bolder and light-hearted fit the message of the studio which is focused on being different. Within the pitch/portfolio, I explained my practice in relation to their key values in order to stand out. This alternative approach to emails worked well as Joe was impressed with my portfolio. However he mentioned that they hadn't taken on an intern before but where thinking about it and would let me know. I had already arranged an internship with Black & Ginger for during term time at this point so took this response as a good opportunity to find something for summer, as Joe asked when I would be looking to do work experience. I plan to follow up post-graduation to see if they have any opportunities.
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