The Society of Graphic Designers of Canada – BC Chapter present the POGO 2011 Student Conference
Over the course of two days, this event provides an unparalleled opportunity for design students, graduates and design newcomers to learn, connect, guide and inspire creative thinking. Developed with this experience in mind, the conference includes studio tours, creative workshops and a portfolio critique. It’s also a great opportunity to learn and network!
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EVENT DETAILS
STUDIO TOURS | MAY 20
The GDC/BC Pogo Studio Tours provides the opportunity to check out three of Vancouver’s hottest creative environments and one of North America's most awarded printers, Metropolitan Fine Printers.
Sign up, get a guided tour and check out how each of these firms think about not only their work, but about their space. The studios selected for this tour will be announce soon.
The tour takes place on Friday May 20 2011, registration will take place at location will be announce later. Attendees will board a 20 seat charter bus to travel around town to visit each location . Each tour will last one half-hour and will be guided by a representative of the host studio.
After the studio tours, you can stay and attend the 2011Salazar Awards.
POGO PART 1 | MAY 21
PORTFOLIO CRITIQUES
Saturday May 21st, 2011 – MORNING
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
The GDC/BC POGO Portfolio Critique is open to recent graduates aspiring to enter into in a career in communication design and to students currently enrolled in a design program. Several industry professionals will be in attendance to provide insightful and constructive advice to attendees about their current portfolio. This is a great opportunity to practice 'real-world' interview skills and receive honest feedback from industry professionals in a non-competitive environment. This is also a great opportunity to network with the who's who in the Vancouver design community.
Upon registering for the event, attendees will be assigned one table to present their work. Attendees are asked to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to their critique time to insure that they have ample time to set up their work.
Industry professionals will rotate around the room. Every effort will be made to maximize the number of professionals who will sit with attendees and discuss their work. All Industry professionals will be asked to limit their critique time to 15 minutes. Therefore attendees are asked to prepare to present their portfolio and get feedback within this time constraint.
Although this is a non-competitive event, the POGO Portfolio Critique is designed to prepare attendees for the actual interview process. Attendees will be expected to be on time, be dressed accordingly, and be mindful of how they present themselves and their work.
Come with 8 to 10 of your best portfolio pieces. Additionally, it is a smart idea to bring 10–15 copies of your resume with 3 or 4 photocopies or printouts of your best work attached so interested professionals can take your information away with them.
- Lisa Hemingway
- Dougal Muir
- Miles Harrison
- Mark Busse
- Perry Chua
- Ray Hrynkow
- Marga Lopez
- Andy Maier
- Stu Ross
- Darren Carcary
- Michael Cober
- Johnathon Strebly
- Matthew Warburton
- Dave Schmeikal
POGO PART 2 | May 21
CREATIVE WORKSHOPS
Saturday May 21st, 2011 – AFTERNOON
Workshop #1 "Brand Yourself" with Casey Hrynkow FGDC
The job market is better than it's been in years, but don't be complacent. Getting the right job is about communicating who you are, what you do and what you're passionate about. Casey Hrynkow, President of Herrainco Brand Strategy + Design, has been hiring designers for 25 years. Her talk, called "Branding Yourself" will address what it takes to become the candidate to beat. She will also lead a group critique based on this talk. Bring your portfolios and an open mind.
Workshop #2 "Real World Confidential"
A panel of industry professionals will come together to share their experience on being a working design professional and the challenges you could face once you graduate from school. On this workshop you will gain from their hands on experience on what is the next step once you are on your way to built your career. Learn what to expect and how to be ready to face the competition, make your mark and find the clients/employers you want to work for.
