The GUCFS team is gearing up for a spectacular year; as part of our preparations, we are recruiting this year’s Brand Ambassadors (BAs). If you are unfamiliar with the GUCFS, what we do and our cause, we’ll give you some sure-fire reasons that will have you sending off your application quicker than you can say “GUCFS”!
What we do and its importance
Having raised over £27,000 pounds last year, we are one of the UK’s largest student fundraisers. This money goes towards our charitable partner chosen each year. Our charitable partners give us drive and will throughout the campaign. Being able to give back to the local community in a way that directly impacts the lives of many gives everyone on the team joy and pride. This year, we hope to smash last year’s target but we need your help!
“Being a brand ambassador is about shouting from the rooftop who the GUCFS is and what our charitable partners are, what we are working on and who we are supporting. The GUCFS couldn’t do what they do without the manpower BAs provide; online and behind the scenes at our events. By having a diverse range of social circles working as BAs we maximise the audience we reach, and this is how we host such successful events and raise such amazing amounts!” - Bethany Henderson (Charity Director 2021/2022, Creative Fundraising Coordinator 2020/2021, Brand Ambassador 2019/2020)
Building professional skills and experience and exploring newfound or previously unknown passions
Whether you already have experience within fashion, the creative industry and fundraising or if you just have an interest or curiosity towards what we do and the causes we support, we encourage you to step forward and get involved! Some of you will develop new skills and talents, others will build upon those you currently possess. All in all, the experience you will gain as a BA will allow you to apply for more advanced roles in the future.
“As a BA last year, I loved the idea of fundraising for a good cause whilst working in fashion. That’s why I applied for the role of Fashion Coordinator this year. I definitely want to work in fashion and have landed an internship at Marie Claire this fall. As a fashion coordinator, I am looking forward to developing my creative and professional skills.” - Udita Choudary (Fashion Coordinator 2021/2022, Brand Ambassador 2020/2021)
Making connections and friends through the project
You also become part of a network of highly skilled students who share similar interests and qualities. These connections may prove to be useful both at university and heading into the workforce after your studies. You can also always count on having friends who will have your back throughout your time in the GUCFS, friends which you may have for life!
“Despite the pandemic last year, the GUCFS did such a good job of creating a team-like atmosphere and environment despite the circumstances! Covid meant that everyone had to get more creative in order to achieve the GUCFS’ goals, we had to reach out to different people in order to get fresh ideas and as a result, new connections.” - Georgie Blount (Campus PR Coordinator 2021/2022, Brand Ambassador 2020/2021)
Building confidence and support networks
The GUCFS is an open form in which open discussion on topical issues is encouraged and nurtured. We embrace differences and seek to use them to educate the wider community. We strive to give a voice to those often muffled and deafened amidst the hustle and bustle of student life. Rest assured, the GUCFS is eager to greet you with open arms!
“The GUCFS has always strived to instil confidence in and support its members by ensuring open and friendly dialogue and relationships throughout the committee, model team and the BA team” - Sophie Breen (Welfare & Social Convenor 2021/2022)
Head to the GUCFS’ Facebook page for the latest information on available roles and our latest events. Just click the link below to apply to be one of our Brand Ambassadors for 2021/2022.
We look forward to seeing you soon!