Jewellery Focus JFOC August 2017 | Page 32

IJL 2017 SEMINAR PICKS SEMINAR PICKS We have picked the most interesting sounding seminars from each of the show’s three days, so that you don’t have to work out which ones to prioritise 1 - P  ROFESSIONAL GUIDE TO SHOOTING IMAGES FOR SOCIAL MEDIA 2 - IS EXPERIENTIAL RETAILING THE FUTURE FOR JEWELLERS? 3 - R  ESPONSIBLE SOURCING: HOW TO TACKLE TRICKY CUSTOMER QUESTIONS AND UPSELL THE STORY BEHIND YOUR JEWELLERY 4 - I  NTELLECTUAL PROPERTY IN THE DIGITAL AGE: PRACTICAL LEGAL ADVICE TO HELP PROTECT YOUR DESIGNS FROM THEFT 03 SEP 2017, 15:00 - 17:00 03 SEP 2017, 12:30 - 13:30 04 SEP 2017, 09:15 - 10:15 05 SEP 2017, 12:45 - 13:30 LOCATION: SKILLS LAB - ONE-ON-ONE ROOM LOCATION: INSPIRATION THEATRE LOCATION: THE ACADEMY - OLYMPIA ROOM LOCATION: THE ACADEMY - OLYMPIA ROOM What’s the best way to shoot lifestyle jewellery images for your social feeds?. Do I need a professional to get the best stock shots on white?. Do augmented reality overlays sell more pieces? How do you commission a model shoot? Andrew Neilson’s photography advice clinic will aim to answer these and any other questions you have on photographing your work to make it look its best. When shopping can be as simple as a click of a mouse, retailers need to deliver more than just product to get consumers through the door. Join this panel of retailers, moderated by journalist Rachael Taylor, as they discuss how best to create those experiences, from running Michelin-starred restaurants in stores to installing the latest tech or trend-led pop ups. How important is responsible sourcing to your business? Do your staff need support with answering difficult questions and would you like to know more about Fairtrade gold? Please feel free to join this session to hear an overview of the Fairtrade Gold category, frequently asked questions and suggested answers. Legal expert Gavin Llewellyn from ACID (Anti-copying in design) explains how businesses big and small can protect their designs from intellectual property infringement. This practical session will offer plenty of top tips to ensure you understand the law and how to respond if your designs are copied. EXPERT: Andrew Neilson HOST: Rachael Taylor SPEAKER: Jen Shepherd EXPERT: Gavin Llewellyn 32 JEWELLERY FOCUS August 2017 | jewelleryfocus.co.uk