Half Way There

I can't believe I am already almost half way through my internship...

I'm going to miss working there a lot, and I hope that one day, I have the opportunity to continue working in the music business. I truly believe that it's a job I would be great at.

Today, an internship coordinator drove up to the label to meet with my supervisors and discuss my progress. It was really heartwarming to hear how much my coworkers appreciated me being there, and even called me valuable. I was a bit embarrassed by the praise (being right there in the room), but it was honestly a very uplifting thing, especially since I'm nervous about some projects that I was recently given. I'm excited to be challenged, but I am also a perfectionist, so sometimes I get nervous about the quality of my work.

We also discussed on what I feel like I've improved on the most, and I'm proud to say that I am a much more confident speaker, face-to-face, over the phone, and in person.

with dirty paws & furry coat, she ran down the forest slope.

Ellie Goulding

I apologize for not updating much, as I have been very busy apartment hunting due to the fact that the living arrangements in Kensignton did not work out as planned. Soon, I will fill you all in on some exciting things I have been doing during my internship, but for now... Enjoy a teaser of one of my favourite artists' new album "Halycon."

MMVA Afterparty

Ready to party!

Last weekend I went to the Much Music Video Awards afterparty with work. I had a great time there getting to know some of my coworkers outside of the office and just enjoying the celebration for a very well-done award show.

The DJ set was spun by Far East Movement and LMFAO, and I had the privilege of meeting with and talking to some bands, and their staff. There were also some songwriters and local musicians present, and I really can't remember how many people I met!

I'm really glad that I don't come into the offices on Monday though, because I was out until 4:00 in the morning, and I was really, really happy to be able to sleep in.

I didn't take many photos at the party, because it's a nightclub and nothing really turned out well, but I do have a photo of the DJ booth here on my instagram and the view from the VIP booth, here.

Below I have some photos of what I wore, since... I feel like it's obligatory to post them. (click to make them bigger!) Everyone loved my manicure! I got so many questions about it, which made me pretty proud because I've never used charms or decals before. I posted a photo of it in my last entry.

Wearing my hair like this makes me want to shave it again!

My "sparrow claw" bracelet from Queen St.

Brash wedges, because I'm really short.

The Re-bops

LISTEN UP. I did the album photography for these boys and their music is so sweet. You can download "Rock 'n' Roll Guitar Man" for free or get their new album Drag Race for $5! Come out and see the boys if you're in Toronto July 4th at Clinton's! Stunt it!

Clintons 693 Bloor St. W, Toronto, ON M6G 1L5

Photo: me @ neighbourhood1

Signing and afterparty

Today was a long one.

I helped out at HMV from 2:00 until 8:30 for a signing session. We had Far East Movement, Alyssa Reid, Karl Wolf, Down With Webster and Carly Rae Jepsen come into the store for a signing. I met two more co-workers of mine, and basically just helped out with extra tasks like preparing the green room and shopping for the items on the artists' rosters. During the signing I helped to show fans where to go and line up, hand out wrist bands to contest winners and just make sure everyone was following the rules.

It was a really nice treat to meet some new artists today! Everyone was very friendly and down-to-earth, and Carly Rae is so adorable in person... Seriously, the photographs of her don't lie!

I was really excited to meet Far East Movement and talk to them, mostly because of their recent collaboration with Bill Kaulitz from Tokio Hotel. They also said some really kind words to me about the passion of Tokio Hotel's fanbase. It was really sweet!

Tomorrow is the Much Music Video Awards and afterparty. It's going to be a loooooong night. I have a photo of my manicure above, hehe. I'm dressing in ivory, grey and black. I'll probably post a nice photo tomorrow.

Whirlwind

I've been very busy working away at the label, and looking for a new place to live, but on Wednesday I went to go see a room in an apartment over in Riverdale (East Chinatown). It's perfect (although very small), so I'm going to put a desposit down on it this Monday and move in July 1st!

At work, I've been taking over some of the marketing assistants' jobs while they've been on their summer vacation hours, which is awesome! It really makes me happy to think that they trust me with their jobs and to speak with important collegues like band managers, and other marketing directors at outside labels. I've also been taking a lot of extra graphics work when there's overflow since my coworkers discovered I'm more than skilled with photoshop. Ehehehe.

Next weekend we're gearing up for the MMVAs, and it's going to be a busy time for us, since a good chuck of the Universal Canada roster is going to be there. There's Hedley, Marianas Trench, Carly Rae Jepsen, LIGHTS, Dragonette, Nelly Furtado, Down With Webster, Bieber, and Far East Movement, to name a few. Everyone has been rushing to make sure everything is perfect, from crowd handouts, to budget and red carpet entrances. Some of the artists are going to make a huge splash, you'll see!

I'm mostly just really excited (and scared) to move into my own space in July... It's all I can think about. I'll also be able to feel comfortable bringing my camrea equipment up with me, so I can share how beautiful Toronto is with all of you.

As for new music... Listen to Medicine, by the UK band 'Daughter,' it might just bring tears to your eyes.