Hello from the Other Side: Transitioning from Student to Professional
Design Student Series #1

Join us online to hear from recent graduates about their journeys into the design industry. Learn about the challenges they faced, the surprises they encountered, how their expectations stood up to reality and the strategies they used to thrive.

Key Topics:

Real-world expectations vs. academic training
First job experiences
Culture shock
Networking and mentorship

Speakers:
- Lisette Trigg, Interior Designer, SA
- Liam Georgeson, Industrial Designer, QLD
- Elena-Dea Burger, Interior Designer, WA

This program is free for students who hold DIA membership. Sign up here for just $45pa and get free access to the entire series.

DIA Student Member: FREE
DIA Members: $15 + GST
Non Members: $45 + GST

Join us for the rest of the series:

Design Student Series #2: Recruitment Ready: Dos, Don’ts, and Dream Job Strategies

Design Student Series #3: Hanging Out Your Shingle: Starting Your Own Practice

Design Student Series #4: Same Same but Different: Pivoting in Your Design Career

As part of the DIA’s Accredited Designer program, we offer Continuing Professional Development (CPD) through our learning resources. CPD is most effective if undertaken continuously to ensure a currency of skills and knowledge. Attendance at this event is worth 2CPD points