Page 134 of Company Ink
"Thanks! I am too."
Vanessa checks her watch. "Okay, Mon, we have to go. We have reservations in fifteen minutes then we're going to the MoMA for an exhibit."
"Yes, the MoMA," I sigh. "Again, for the third time this week. Maybe uh—fiftieth time overall?"
Ness shrugs shamelessly. "There's a lot to see."
"They're paintings, Ness," I huff. "How can you stare at them for hours?"
Ness narrows her eyes. "Every stroke matters Cassie. It tells a story, captures emotions."
"Yawn."
"Whatever, you're coming whether you want to or not," Ness says then turns towards the laptop. "We love you, Mon. See you in a few days, okay?"
"Bye girlies!" Monique exclaims. "Love you!" And the call disconnects.
Vanessa springs off the couch. "Okay, I'm getting our jackets, and then we're leaving."
"Fine, just give me five minutes to check my emails," I say, opening up my iMail account.
It's only been a week since I've started applying for a job, but I've gotten a few replies back already. I was hoping Gucci or Prada would reach out to me, wishful thinking, but I'm not going to be super picky right now either.
When I get to the latest email, the subject line catches my eye. What in the fuck?
From: [email protected]
Subject: Opportunity Awaits at Cavloretta Couture
Date: Aug 6, 2021
Miss Carrington,
My name is Yasmin Simmons, Human Resources Manager at Cavloretta Couture. We are currently looking for young talent at our new headquarters in Seattle, Washington.
I received your resume and portfolio from Horizon Recruitment, and I believe you'd be a great fit at our new corporate office.
Members of our team and I were really impressed by the various projects you managed at New Vision Press, as well as your glowing faculty recommendations at both WSU and NYU. We were particularly wowed by your paper, Couture in the 21st Century: Industry Trends and Market Breakdown.
Here, at Cavloretta Couture, we are always looking to collaborate with passionate, talented, and ambitious people who will bring innovation and creativity to our brand. Currently, we'd like to grow our team with a Creative Director, North American Market. I'd love to tell you a little more about this position and learn a few things about you, as well.
Are you available to meet on Monday, August 16, 2021 at 10 am? If so, I'd be happy to set up a call. I'm also happy to discuss the role via email or LinkedIn if you prefer.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Yasmin Simmons
HR Manager, Cavloretta Couture
Seattle, Washington
www.cavlorettacouture.com
My jaw drops.Ho-ly shit.
I reread the email two more times. How is this possible? Cavloretta Couture doesn't have any stores, let alone a headquarters, in America. But they mentioned the recruitment firm I used to help me find a job. What is going on?!
I quickly go to their website, biting my nails as the page loads agonizingly slow.
Once the browser loads, my eyes dart to the announcement on the landing page.
“It gives me great pleasure to announce that Cavloretta Couture is going international.”– Adrian Cavallero, CEO
CEO?! Is this what he's been doing all year?
To be continued…
