January 2017 (applications closed)

  • Brendan McKnight
  • Sophie Howe
  • Beth Lloyd-King
  • Leanne Hammill
  • Pip Jamieson
  • Annie Ly
There are 40 spaces available at this event.
Deadline for applications is 23rd Jan, 11:00pm >> Apply here.
This event is supported by Shutterstock & MOO.
Calling all Wordsmiths, Art Directors, Designers & Motion Graphics Artists
On the 31st of January, we return to Google to host our first Portfolio Masterclass of 2017, focusing on Visual Communication & Writing.
This is an opportunity for established and upcoming creatives to connect to industry. Enter the year with creative confidence, be in the know about where you want to go and how to get there.
Hosted at Google’s stunning Tottenham Court Road HQ, this event is open to anyone interested in, or working in Writing, Copywriting, Art Direction, Design & Motion Graphics. Start your 2017 with advice and inspiration. This is a chance to liaise with industry leaders, gain insightful feedback and network with likeminded individuals... it could even lead on to pastures new for your career as Google are looking to hire 5 inspiring individuals to join their Creative Lab.
We are partnering with 10+ industry leaders who will be the Mentors for the evening, reviewing portfolios and offering their artistic wisdom. Mentors include:

Ian Wharton, Group Creative Director, AKQA
Mark Goodwin, Creative Director & Copywriter, M&C Saatchi
Gareth Leeding, Creative Director, We Are Social
LA Ronayne, Creative Director, Havas London
Leona Ford, Head of Copy, MOO
Janetta Lewin, Creative Director, VCCP Blue
Tom Seymour, Creative Lead, Google Creative Lab
Xavier Barrade, Creative Lead, Google Creative Lab
Hana Tanimura, Senior Designer, Google Creative Lab
Emma Durgan, Creative Writer, Google Creative Lab
Jack Beveridge, Google 5, Creative (Design & Communication), Google Creative Lab
There are only 40 spaces at this event. Your profile and portfolio on The Dots will be used as your application to join the Masterclass, so make sure it is on point with your most treasured work.
The Dots Visual Communication & Writing Portfolio Masterclass at Google, 31st Jan
APPLY BY 23rd January 11:00pm.

This Portfolio Masterclass is supported by Shutterstock & MOO.
To get a better idea of the event, check out a video from last year’s Portfolio Masterclass at Google