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.
Thursday 16th July 2026 l 9.30am - 4pm
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.
RSVPs closed - Workshop is full
Want to join the wait list? Please email events@mediadesignschool.com with your full name, contact email and phone number.
Schedule
| Time | Activity |
| 9.30am | Registration (Level 1) |
| 10am | Welcome & Introductions |
| 10.30am | Industry briefing, intro to design challenge & team formations |
| 11am | Phase 1 of the Design Challenge: Guided Ideation Activities |
| 12pm | Lunch break (supplied by MDS) |
| 1pm | Phase 2 of the Design Challenge: Get Creating! |
| 2.30pm | Group Presentations |
| 3.30pm | Judging & Awards |
| 4pm | Photos & Event Close |
Please note: There is no onsite parking. View nearby carparks here or access bus service information here.
