Home Ware Designer Review
at Matalan
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Product Design
Knowsley, Liverpool
Review Submitted: August 2023
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
I joined the Design Team in researching trends and building up ideas for AW24 collections. The role involved physically and digitally compiling research and reviewing successes of previous collections. I had a chance to create imagery for potential use in next year's seasonal collections. I also joined in design meetings and buyer reviews along with colour generation for trend packs.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
I underestimated how many roles were involved in creating and launching good quality collections and it was good to know what processes were involved in ensuring the design teams kept a consistent approach.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Extensive research and image generation. Accurately compiling a trend pack and curating imagery for a cohesive approach across homeware department.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Warm and positive. The team greatly encouraged questions and were happy to give guidance. There were lots of students on other placements so I didn't feel uncomfortable asking or feeling out of place
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I learnt a lot about the job role whilst I was there and understood more about what it entailed compared to my previously limited understanding. It gave me a good deal to think about whether I was ready to join the industry and if I was properly suited for this role.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was not paid and had no expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Matalan
5/5
Would you recommend Matalan to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Matalan
Take the chance. The workplace is a great learning environment and is fully designed to help students learn on the go. Even. Short experience opens your eyes to parts of the industry you may not have been aware of.
