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I'm Maria Hedian
Breaking into the fashion industry can be tough, but I know firsthand that it's completely possible. With the right mindset, hard work and a supportive community, you can achieve anything you set your mind to, without any industry connections - I'm living proof.
My mission is to inspire aspiring fashion professionals to work towards their dreams with confidence, a resourceful attitude and an extremely hands-on approach.
Ready to take the first step? Scroll down and let's get started on your journey to career success.
I'm Maria Hedian
Breaking into the fashion industry can be tough, but I know firsthand that it's completely possible. With the right mindset, hard work and a supportive community, you can achieve anything you set your mind to, without any industry connections - I'm living proof.
My mission is to inspire aspiring fashion professionals to work towards their dreams with confidence, a resourceful attitude and an extremely hands-on approach.
Ready to take the first step? Scroll down and let's get started on your journey to career success.
THE ITFI COURSE
Let's design your dream career journey together!
Consider me your personal mentor, helping you become a successful fashion
professional through courses, free resources, memberships
and exclusive industry strategies.
Let's design your dream career journey together! Consider me your personal mentor, helping you become a successful
fashion professional through courses, free resources, memberships and exclusive industry strategies.
FASHION CAREER
BLUEPRINT
THE ROADMAP TO YOUR DREAM FASHION CAREER
Picture this: a roadmap to navigate the ins and outs of the fashion industry, tailored just for you.
In this course, we dive deep into the secrets of building a successful fashion career, from finding your unique voice to creating a killer portfolio that will make heads turn. We'll cover networking strategies and branding yourself as a fashion professional and mastering the art of interviews.
All roads leading to landing your dream job.
With a mix of practical tips, real-life examples and a whole lot of inspiration, this course is designed to empower you to make your mark in the fashion world. Think of it like having your own personal fashion mentor cheering you on every step of the way.
FASHION CAREER
BLUEPRINT
Picture this: a formula to navigate the ins and outs of the fashion industry, tailored just for you.
In this course, we dive deep into the secrets of building a successful fashion career, from finding your unique voice to creating a killer portfolio that will make heads turn. We'll cover networking strategies and branding yourself as a fashion professional and mastering the art of interviews.
All roads leading to landing your dream job.
With a mix of practical tips, real-life examples and a whole lot of inspiration, this course is designed to empower you to make your mark in the fashion world. Think of it like having your own personal fashion mentor cheering you on every step of the way.
BACKSTAGE FASHION WEEK
ACADEMY
I've got your back (and front row seat!) as I take you on a step-by-step journey through the ins and outs of the most important events of the year: Fashion Week.
Working backstage at NYFW for over 17 years (that's 33 seasons and counting!) from model dressing to show production, my goal is to equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need to shine - forging valuable connections and becoming an authority in the world of fashion.
Fashion Week is more than just Instagram posts -- it's a powerful networking opportunity and a fashion career game changer. And I'll show you exactly how to use it to your advantage to grow within the industry.
FASHION FRAMEWORK
COLLECTIVE
Working towards a career in the fashion industry can be frustrating and incredibly lonely, especially when you're not sure what steps you should be taking or how you should be doing any of it.
Fashion Framework Collective brings together a community of professionals within an industry that is anything but inclusive, while providing support and all the tools needed in order to help members understand exactly what they need to do in order to achieve their career goals faster.
My goal is to see you succeed. With FFC, I give you the tools, the training and the connections you need in order to do that and so much more.
PERSONALIZED
CAREER SERVICES
As you work on building a stronger career trajectory, the list of things you need to do can seem never-ending.
From resumes to email responses, my team and I are here to relieve you of some of these duties so you can focus on what really matters: preparing for those interviews to get the job!
Need career support or having trouble figuring out what that next step should be? We also offer one-on-one career sessions to answer all of your questions and make you a more confident professional - no matter your level of experience.
All career services are 100% personalized per student to ensure you get the exact support you need.
THE FASHION
VAULT
Figuring out where to start your career on your own isn't easy. With that in mind, I've put together lots of resources you can use anytime you need some additional support or a bit of inspiration to get you through.
Our FREE resource library,The Fashion Vault, has guides available for immediate download to help you figure out what companies to reach out to, what questions to ask during informational interviews, fashion professionals to follow and so much more.
Use all of these helpful tools as you begin or continue your fashion career journey.
FASHION WEEK TEMPLATES
COLLECTION
These assets are actual sheets used by fashion professionals industry-wide and now they are yours to use every season, helping you work more efficiently during the busiest time of the fashion calendar year.
In this bundle, you'll get 10 ready-to-use templates for all of your Fashion Week back-of-house needs. Instructions on how to use certain templates with formulas are included.
Forms Included: Backstage Check-in List Template, Model Rotation Template + Bonus Finale Lineup Template, BOH Supply List Template, Production Schedule Template, Petty Cash Receipt Tracker (instructions + formulas included), Out of Pocket Receipt Tracker (instructions + formulas included), Credit Card Receipt Tracker (instructions + formulas included), Production Vendor Checklist and Vendor Contact Template
BACKSTAGE FASHION WEEK
ACADEMY
BECOME AN UNSTOPPABLE FORCE BACKSTAGE
I've got your back (and front row seat!) as I take you on a
step-by-step journey through the ins and outs of the most important events of the year: Fashion Week.
Working backstage at NYFW for over 17 years (that's 34 seasons and counting!) from model dressing to show production, my goal is to equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need to shine - forging valuable connections and becoming an authority in the world of fashion.
Fashion Week is more than just Instagram posts -- it's a powerful networking opportunity and a fashion career game changer. I'll show you exactly how to use it to your advantage to grow within the industry.
FASHION FRAMEWORK
COLLECTIVE
THE OFFICIAL FASHION MEMBERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Working towards a career in the fashion industry can be frustrating and incredibly lonely, especially when you're not sure what steps you should be taking or how you should be doing any of it.
The Fashion Framework Collective membership brings together a community of professionals within an industry that is anything but inclusive, while providing support and all the tools needed in order to help members understand exactly what they need to do in order to achieve their career goals faster.
My goal is to see you succeed. With FFC, I give you the tools, the training and the connections you need in order to do that and so much more.
PERSONALIZED
CAREER SERVICES
CONSIDER ME YOUR VIRTUAL MENTOR
As you work on building a stronger career trajectory, the list of things you need to do can seem never-ending.
From resumes to email responses, my team and I are here to relieve you of some of these duties so you can focus on what really matters: preparing for those interviews to get the job!
Need career support or having trouble figuring out what that next step should be? We also offer one-on-one career sessions to answer all of your questions and make you a more confident professional - no matter your level of experience.
All career services are 100% personalized per student to ensure you get the exact support you need.
THE FASHION
VAULT
FREE RESOURCES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Trying to navigate the competitive fashion industry alone can be overwhelming. That's why I created The Vault - your free resource library to the tools that unlock career success.
Inside you'll find the hand-picked guides and templates I've carefully curated from my 20+ years in the fashion industry. These are the exact materials I wish I had to help me thrive early on in my career - and now I'm providing them to you for free to accelerate your success.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to reach the next level, The Vault gives you access to everything you need to excel in fashion.
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ITFI CAREER
RESOURCE SHOP
Fashion Week Template
Collection
After 34 seasons working backstage and producing NY Fashion Week shows, I know firsthand how hectic things get. That's why I've compiled my all-star team of Fashion Week templates to help keep you organized and efficient, even when chaos strikes.
This bundle gives you actual spreadsheet templates I currently use in my production work for Fashion Week and any other shows and events I work on.
Fashion Week Templates You Get:
1. Backstage Check-in List Template
2. Model Rotation Template
3. Back-of-House Supply List Template
4. Production Schedule Template
5. Petty Cash Receipt Tracker
6. Out of Pocket Receipt Tracker
7. Credit Card Receipt Tracker
8. Production Vendor Checklist
9. Vendor Contact Template
Bonuses:
- Model Finale Lineup Template
- Instructions and formulas included for all Receipt Trackers
MARIA HEDIAN
MEDIA
After 20+ years of hands-on experience, I founded Maria Hedian Media as a way to provide aspiring professionals the tools I wish I had when I first started out. This includes networking fundamentals, interview skills, personal branding techniques, connections to other fashion insiders and so much more.
My goal is to help early career professionals gain the confidence, skills and opportunities for success - even without industry contacts. To show it's possible if you have grit, patience and resilience. Knowing the hardships of getting into the fashion industry firsthand, I took years of personal experiences and turned them into tools to help you turn your passion into confidence and your dreams into reality.
MARIA HEDIAN
MEDIA
After 20+ years of hands-on experience, I founded Maria Hedian Media as a way to provide aspiring professionals the tools I wish I had when I first started out. This includes networking fundamentals, interview skills, personal branding techniques, connections to other fashion insiders and so much more.
My goal is to help aspiring professionals gain the confidence, skills and opportunities for success - even without industry contacts. To show it's possible if you have grit, patience and resilience. Knowing the hardships of getting into the fashion industry firsthand, I took years of personal experiences and turned them into tools to help you turn your passion into confidence and your dreams into reality.
LOOKING FOR A
FREELANCER
HOW CAN I HELP?
ALL THE VISUALS
MERCHANDISING & DECOR
The way you style your home or your store can dramatically change how you or your customers feel. Let's work together to create an environment you love with some visual aesthetic changes.
FASHION STYLING
PERSONAL & EDITORIAL
Whether it’s styling models for a photo shoot, re-organizing your closet or simply updating your look to understand the best styles for you, let me help you with your styling needs.
EVENT PRODUCTION
EVENTS & FASHION SHOWS
Producing a show or planning an event can be frustrating. Whether live or virtual, there are many components that need to flow smoothly. Let's work together to make your vision come to life.
LOOKING FOR A
FREELANCER
HOW CAN I HELP?
ALL THE VISUALS
MERCHANDISING & DECOR
The way you style your home or your store can dramatically change how you or your customers feel. Let's work together to create an environment you love with some visual aesthetic changes.
FASHION STYLING
PERSONAL & EDITORIAL
Whether it’s styling models for a photo shoot, re-organizing your closet or simply updating your look to understand the best styles for you, let me help you with your styling needs.
EVENT PRODUCTION
EVENTS & FASHION SHOWS
Producing a show or planning an event can be frustrating. Whether live or virtual, there are many components that need to flow smoothly. Let's work together to make your vision come to life.
FREELANCE
Fashion Shows
THE ARCHIVES
FREELANCE
FASHION SHOWS
THE ARCHIVES
STUDENT
TESTIMONIALS
THIS IS A TOTAL GAME-CHANGER
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STUDENT
TESTIMONIALS
COMMUNITY
Feel Supported As You
Further Your Fashion Career
Join fashion professionals of all different experience levels from around the world in our private fashion career network. Some benefits include trainings on strategies, insider tips and step-by-step advice to help you start or further your career in the fashion industry, and exclusive job and internship opportunities directly from hiring managers, recruiters and industry contacts I'm connected with.
COMMUNITY
Feel Supported As You
Further Your Fashion Career
Join fashion professionals of all different experience levels from around the world in our private fashion career network. Some benefits include trainings on strategies, insider tips and step-by-step advice to help you start or further your career in the fashion industry, and exclusive job and internship opportunities directly from hiring managers, recruiters and industry contacts I'm connected with.
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