Are you in Years 11–13 and curious about a future in design and creative tech? Join us at the MDS campus in Wynyard Quarter's innovation precinct for a one-day, hands-on workshop where you’ll team up with our design students, and industry mentors from Adobe to imagine a world where everyone is empowered to create.
Together, you’ll tackle a real challenge based on Adobe's mission to empower the next generation of creatives. Along the way, you’ll dive into design thinking, creative problem-solving, and digital tools to bring your ideas to life in a hackathon-style team event.
What You'll Be Doing
- Learn how to think like a designer, solve problems creatively, and use industry-standard digital tools such as Adobe Express and Firefly
- Turn your ideas into a visual, interactive, or digital prototype
- Collaborate in a fun and creative environment
- Take part in a real-world live project supported by Bachelor of Media Design students & Design Faculty
- Prizes for standout ideas!
This event is proudly co-hosted with Adobe.
RSVP now - Spots are limited
Thursday 16th July 2026 l 9:30am - 4:00pm
| Time | Activity |
| 9:30am | Registration (Level 1) |
| 10:00am | Welcome Guests / Mihi Whakatau |
| 10:30am | Industry briefing, intro to design challenge & team formations |
| 11:00am | Phase 1 of the Design Challenge: Guided Ideation Activities |
| 12:00pm | Lunchtime (supplied by MDS) |
| 1:00pm | Phase 2 of the Design Challenge: Get Creating! |
| 2:30pm | Group Presentations |
| 3:30pm | Judging & Awards |
| 4:00pm | Photos & Event Close |
