http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/events West of England Design Forum - News Feed en-gb Friday, 18 May 2012 Friday, 18 May 2012 60 We're looking for people who love design to talk about it for 5 minutes at We Love Design, our first event of Five Days of Design. What makes design professionals tick? What makes them grin or grimace? Where do they find inspiration in their daily lives? We Love Design is your opportunity to join us for an offbeat evening, celebrating our passion for design. Local designers share five-minute talks, explaining why they love design and what gets their juices flowing. So join us for a drink and to hear and watch their (possibly) weird and wonderful interpretations of the subject. Email us to talk about your love or design or to book a place - hello@wedesignforum.co.uk For more information on all of the Five Days for Design events see our Events page. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Tue, 12 Mar 2002 00:00:00 +0000 DESIGN OUR CURRENCY The Bristol Pound is a currency created by the people of Bristol for the people of Bristol, so Bristol Pound are inviting anyone and everyone in Bristol to help design the printed money that will be issued and circulated around the city. Whether you’re at school, a student, a professional or just an enthusiastic amateur, your design or illustration could be featured on a note which ends up travelling around the city in tills, pockets and purses. Who can enter? Entries are open to anyone with a BS postcode (home, work or school), but we are grouping entrants into four categories:Junior school - school students aged 5-10 Senior school - school students aged 11-16 Students - anyone in further or higher education Professional/Amateur – everyone else! Design Themes Whether you live North or South of the river, support City or Rovers or work in Filton, Avonmouth or the city centre, Bristol has a heritage and a character all its own. Your design or illustration for the city’s own currency should reflect the lives and values of the people who live here and make it what it is today. Four themes will feature on the Bristol Pound banknotes: 1. Community & Diversity - 1 Bristol PoundBristol is home to a diverse population but a tight knit community, a fine example of how neighbours from every imaginable background, culture and creed can live together. The whole world visits Bristol and decides to stay! 2. Art & Culture - 5 Bristol PoundsRenowned for its music, visual and performing arts, festivals and even its graffiti, Bristol has a well-earned reputation for homegrown talent and a welcoming and enthusiastic audience. 3. Innovation & Technology - 10 Bristol PoundsBristol is home to companies at the cutting edge of technology and the heart of traditional craftsmanship alike. Whether telecommunications, aeronautics, food or fashion, the city is a hotbed of applied imagination. 4. Our environment - 20 Bristol PoundsBristol has fantastic green spaces, abundant urban wildlife, successful schemes to reduce pollution and waste and a magnificent diversity of architecture – all important features of our thriving city. How to enter? You can enter as individuals, a class, team, school, college or company. You can enter any sort of image, design or illustration and it can be created in any medium, whether its pen, ink, pencils, paint, computer graphics, photography or even collage.The closing date for receipt of entries is 5.30pm on Wednesday 14th March 2012. Send your designs to: The Bristol PoundFirst Floor Corn Exchange Corn Street Bristol BS1 1JQ Or email your scan to competition@bristolpound.org. For further information visit the Bristol Pound website. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Tue, 12 Mar 2002 00:00:00 +0000 We’re very pleased to announce details of Five Days of Design. Five Days of Design is a five-day programme of events taking place from 19-23 March in Bristol bringing local businesses and design agencies together to boost economic growth. Five Days of Design strengthens connections between business, technology and design, driving economic growth by helping companies to use design to become more innovative and successful. Five Days of Design aims to help businesses understand design and the strategic business benefits, and help designers promote themselves and design effectively. For more information on all of the Five Days for Design events see our Events page. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Tue, 12 Mar 2002 00:00:00 +0000 BKL Essence has two self-contained modern office units available to let – 481 sq ft as a whole office, or single desks within the 590 sq ft unit. They are completely new-build, with air-conditioning, serviced lifts, wifi, phone lines, door entry security systems, motion-sensitive CAT-3 lighting diffusers, new carpets and electrics, handicapped loos and ample cupboard storage. Single desks are available at £195pcm all inc (half price for first month), or the whole ground floor unit is available at £760pcm including service charges and secure off-street parking. Next door to the new Boston Tea Party and in the heart of buzzing Montpellier, it's two minutes from Montpellier train station (direct trains to TM and PW) with excellent access to M32/M4/M5. Shared office offers ultimate flexibility, with hot desking and storage available on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. Email us for pictures, or come and have a coffee and we'll show you around.   BKL Essence Offices154 Cheltenham RoadBS6 5AE Contact: andyknowles@cubitsurveying.co.uk07889 894308    http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 12 Apr 2002 00:00:00 +0100 Ink-dot, a platform for local independent designers, hosts their 6th annual exhibition ‘Resolution’ in The Glass Room, at the Colston hall, this December. Bristol is home to hundreds of independent designers, who are scattered all over the city. Ink-dot brings these designers together creating an exciting and vibrant show that celebrates the talent hidden within the city.  If you are a designer looking to take part in the show, or a business looking to sponsor the exhibition, get in touch with the Ink-Dot team at contact@ink-dot.co.uk. Ink-dot provides an opportunity for designers from all different backgrounds, illustration, film, animation and graphics a chance to exhibit their work within a group show.  Over the last four years, they have had a series of successful poster exhibitions, in several locations all over Bristol. Each poster exhibition is initiated with a competition brief that is open to all, including students from UWE to professional Art directors. The contestants are all given a one-word title, 8 colours and image dimensions. The brief is intended to level out the playing field and challenge the designers to think outside the box. A panel of 5 guest judges are used to select designs, which are then curated into an exhibition held in The Glass Room, for all of Bristol to see. Ink-dot’s website promotes all of the designers who have participated in one of their shows and a database of all the posters that they have ever exhibited. The website also provides a shop, where the public can buy a limited edition prints. Previously exhibited designers: Lorenzo, Ben Steers, Adrian Barclay, Peskimo, Mr Mead, Ged Palmer, Chris Wright, Mr Royale, Genevieve Browne, Fred Swist and Iria Prol. ResolutionThe Glass Room, Colston Hall1 December 2011 to 1 January 2012 www.inkdot.co.uk http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 11 Dec 2003 00:00:00 +0000 DNA are a leading design agency in the South West, requiring a Graphic/Multimedia Designer to join its creative team on a 3 month contract basis starting January 2012. You will play a key design role in a broad range of projects for DNA’s clients in the luxury goods, marine, FMCG, manufacturing and technology industries. You must be an innovative, creative and accomplished graphic designer, with a strong background in design for print and design for multimedia and web. You will be a wizard with the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign in particular) and have an understanding of Adobe Flash and After Effects. Reporting to the Creative Director and working closely with the client services department, you must be capable of working both alone and as part of a team and will be relied upon to ensure the quality and timely delivery of projects assigned to you. This is a great opportunity for someone who values being part of a young and creative team working on some dynamic and varied projects. Applicants portfolio will need to illustrate strong creative skills in design for print and multimedia. Illustration and Web design experience would also be an advantage.  To view a full spec, please follow the following link http://bit.ly/x1ldlw Please send CV, covering letter and portfolio samples to paul@dnaadvertising.co.uk. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 12 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0000 A stellar line up of industry leaders has been lined up to judge the 2012 Media Innovation Awards.  The panel of creative and digital media experts includes: Ravi Amaratunga from Channel 4 Adam Powers from international communications agency Bartle, Bogle & Hegarty Shirani Sabaratnam from UKTV Bill Lawrence a Director of Creative England and film industry partnership Reel Solutions Mark McKeever from web development agency bit10 Matthew Annal from games studio Nitrome Linsay Duncan, co-founder of marketing consultancy Marke2ing Ben Tomlinson, Creative Director of Poke Daniel Campbell, Art Director at WGSN The Chair of the panel will be Stephen Gray, founder of digital agency Stickee, and more judges will be announced later this month for the competition which celebrates the most innovative work produced by media, design and music companies during 2011. The competition is open to all members of creative networks and clusters in the South West as well as their clients.  If you run a business that has recently published a new website, run a marketing campaign or launched a new brand and you’ve commissioned the work from a company based in the South West then you’re urged to enter the competition by the deadline of 28th February. You can enter online or download an entry pack from www.mediainnovationawards.com. Companies and individuals can enter up to five categories and the search is on for the most innovative New Talent and the company or person worthy of the Most Outstanding Contribution to Innovation award.   The glitzy award ceremony will take place in Bristol in the Autumn and the 16 categories in the 2012 awards are: Television, Video or Film Website Design and Use Mobile Application Graphics Animation Installation/Exhibition/Live Events Radio/Audio/Music Games Design Branding Marketing and Advertising B2B Marketing and Advertising B2C Collaboration between Business and Young People International Trade Entrepreneurship New Talent Outstanding Contribution to Innovation Karen Stockdale from the Media Innovation Awards said: “We’re honoured to have such eminent judges this year.  It’s a great opportunity for entrants to have their work seen by these industry leaders and for their talents to be celebrated across the region.  This initiative shows off the incredible diversity, creativity and innovation in companies across the South West.” For more information please visit the website at: www.mediainnovationawards.com, call Karen Stockdale on 01752 346530 or email on info@mediainnovationnetwork.com http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Smith & Milton, the London-based branding company, has opened an integrated communications office in Bristol. The acquisition of Document represents a significant step for the company, after 31 years of delivering effective brand design from London. Smith & Milton want to take advantage of the business opportunities that Bristol offers, and beyond into South-West England, the Midlands and Wales. After collaborating with the Bristol team on a number of projects, the relationship has been made official. The new office will also add value to our current clients in the area by harnessing the best marketing and design talent available in the city for them to access. The move also satisfies another client demand – as the importance of a consistent and aligned brand with its communications is becoming crucial. The new office, simply called Smith & Milton Bristol, offers integrated communications services, web development, video production, internal communications and campaigns, also expanding on the more strategic branding and design work that London specialises in. Their current clients include AXA, Bristol Old Vic, Cheltenham Festivals and Watershed. As Ben Mott, Business Director at Smith & Milton London explains: “Our aim is to ensure that the brand work we do in London is delivered through other media effectively and consistently by our team in Bristol. Then there are the added benefits of a long-term relationship and the further value that this joining brings.” Howard Swift, Business Director at Smith & Milton Bristol adds: “We’re already working in tandem with London on a number of projects, and the benefit we can add to the clients through the uniting of brand and communications thinking is something few agencies can truly match.” Howard Milton, Chairman and Founder of Smith & Milton says: “This is the completion of one of a number of ventures now in progress. Over the past 31 years we have established an enviable reputation for our single-minded approach to brand building. I believe we have made the necessary step to move the gaze of our expert brand knowledge into other areas that our clients require, with the sole purpose of delivering stronger, more influential and higher performing brands to the customer.” Founded in 1980, Smith & Milton are recognised as one of the UK's leading brand identity design companies. The company’s experience has been gained from working with leading brand owners, including Warburtons, Legal & General, CBRE, AXA, Travelex, Asprey and the NHS. For more information visit their website. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 The end of year show at Bath Spa school of art and design celebrated the success of 'Design Buddy' - a unique mentoring scheme for design students throughout the South West. During 2011, WEDF piloted this scheme with 18 3rd year students who received one to one mentoring from senior designers, creative directors and agency owners from Bath and Bristol. To find out more go here. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 The Design Council has announced the appointment of its new Board of Trustees including influential thinkers and globally respected names from the worlds of design, business, the built environment, arts and education. Trustees include the Chair, Martin Temple CBE, Paul Finch, Wayne Hemingway and Simon Waterfall The appointments are part of the restructuring of the Design Council following the organisation's merger with CABE and its change of status from being a public body to being a charity as of 1st April 2011. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 Pixillion is moving and their current space could be yours. It's a lovely studio on the Clifton Triangle in Bristol. More information can be found here. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Home are a leading communications and design agency requiring a creative thinking designer to join its growing team. Conceptually led, your role will involve brainstorming, coming up with original and innovative ideas for campaigns across multiple channels. You’ll be passionate about creative excellence throughout your ideas generation, art-direction and typography. You’ll also have the enthusiasm and mental agility to apply this passion to any medium, (print, film, digital, environment and social media) whilst inspiring and leading other designers in the team. You will need excellent hands-on design skills and be proficient in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. You will be involved with creative projects from the initial briefing and ideas stage, through to presenting creative solutions, communicating rationales, development and through to final artwork if required. Based in Bristol, you’ll be working with the likes of Royal Mail, Jaguar Land Rover, Barclays, Yahoo! and Coca-Cola Enterprises Europe. This is a great opportunity for someone who can bring a sense of humour to a pressurised environment. Applicants portfolio will need to illustrate strong design and conceptual ideas. Please send CV, covering letter and portfolio samples to ben@thisishome.co.uk Please quote ref 10WEDF. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 WEDF is delighted to have the creator of multi-award winning Studio Myerscough, coming to discuss her work, influences and inspirations. Working beyond 2-D, Morag makes places from the spaces that people like to be in, places that stimulate and can make you smile. The eclectic breadth of her work includes numerous exhibitions and interpreting buildings, such as Westminster Academy that was nominated for the Stirling Prize. She is currently working on projects for both the Design Museum and the new Tate Modern extension. Morag’s talk at the Arnolfini in Bristol will be a look at projects past and present, global and local including recent work with KHBT architects in the new ‘Finzels Reach’ complex, just around the corner from the Arnolfini. www.studiomyerscough.com www.supergrouplondon.co.uk Wed 25 April 19.00 - 22.00, Arnolfini, Bristol £12.00 / £10.00 concs Call the Arnolfini box office on 0117 917 2300 or buy online: http://www.arnolfini.org.uk/whatson/events/details/1276 http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100 Following on from a successful first festival last November, Illuminate Bath returns, from Wednesday 25 to Saturday 28 January, bringing beautiful and engaging projected artworks to the city centre. Banishing the gloom of January’s long evenings, this ‘festival of light’ will include seven original installations in public spaces, all of which will be completely free for the public to explore. With something to captivate all ages, the festival will include work by international and local artists, alongside art created by Bath school children and Art & Design students from Bath Spa University. The highlight of Illuminate Bath 2012 will undoubtedly be Clockwork City created by Greyworld, an artists’ collective which has created mesmerising public art works across the world. Greyworld has created work in London, Warsaw and Bangkok and is currently working on a special commission in St. Petersburg. For the Bath multi-venue installation, visitors will find that large keys have been mysteriously attached to street furniture such as bins and benches. When turned, the keys will trigger lights, projected images and sounds, magically bringing the dark street to life. http://www.greyworld.org The other installations in the festival will include: Catch Me Now by Tine Bech: Children, in particular, will love to chase this deceptively simple spotlight as it reacts to their movement and leads them on a merry dance. Danish artist, Tine Bech, combines electronics with location tracking technology and the environmental elements of urban spaces to create playful experiences for curious visitors. http://www.tinebech.com New light installation by Alex Cotterell, Will Kendrick, Lumen and OCD: Bath’s most famous landmark, the Roman Baths, will be transformed for two nights into a colour-filled oasis by light projections onto the water of The Great Bath. As the steam rises into the cold January air, this promises to be a truly enchanting spectacle. The balcony area of the baths will open for the public to view the projected experience for free for two nights during the festival. Heads, Bodies, Legs by Petra Freeman and St. Saviours Junior School: Bath based animator Petra Freeman and filmmaker Tim Rolt, collaborate with 50 children and staff from St. Saviours to make an interactive animated version of this traditional pencil and paper game. Attracted to Light by Robert Fearns and students from Bath Spa University: Bath-based artist and filmmaker Robert Fearns, specialises in exploring how we see, experience and create urban spaces. Attracted to Light is inspired by the way humans use light to navigate through the night-time urban jungle. Like moths to a lamp, we too are drawn to the images and shadows created by numerous small light sources. Live Drawing & Creative Writing: Illustrators and writers from Bath Spa University will create artworks live, projected onto the wall of the Pump Room, as the audience looks on. Visit Illuminate Bath's website for further details. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Starting in January 2012, Like Minds U is an intensive, hands-on coaching programme to help South West companies develop a Social Media product to take to market to meet consumer demand, by April 2012 Like Minds U (delivered by Like Minds) is limited to just 20 spaces and will be tutored by Like Minds Alumni. This intimate course will provide exclusive access to their expertise and experience. This isn’t just knowledge sharing. You’ll receive both one-to-one assistance and group lectures, combing social media concepts with a step-by-step process to building your offering and rolling it out for clients. More info can be found here.  http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Vision For Change
Bristol Media is offering a programme of support designed to follow on from last week's Vision Conference.
The Vision for Change programme offers a unique opportunity to receive 9 months of support
from peers and mentors covering two key areas:
 
1. A programme of Action Learning sets for individual business leaders offering them the opportunity to shape their ideas for growth with a peer
group in 3 facilitated round-table sessions at 3-month intervals.
 
2. Six stimulus workshop sessions covering the following 3 core themes: Technology horizon-scanning – opening up knowledge sharing with Bristol University and its commercial partners, BBC R&D, Hewlett Packard. Asset development – with inputs on staff performance – personality and personal development, asset development, scenario-planning and combining economic benefits with reward structures. Product development – disruptive innovation, asset reviews and monetisation, IP and format income, export and international co-production. For more information click here.  http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 The Etsy Grant is available for creative companies trading with the online marketplace. Etsy Team Grants assist creative, dedicated and energetic teams with financial resources. This monthly granted funding subsidizes team activities that both benefit the team and Etsy. We have a set total sum that we divvy up every month, according to the needs that come in through applications.  Some examples of potential grant-winning projects include: seller teams buying advertising together, covering the costs of taking part in events and promotions, or creating community-building activities that have a viral effect or a real-life impact on the world.

 Teams are eligible for up to two grants per calendar year. If your team is awarded a grant, you must abide by the Team Grant Guidelines and Etsy's Trademark Guidelines. To learn more about grants — and maybe apply for one — read the Team Grant Guidelines. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0100 A weekly photo challenge is set by fifty-two accomplished photographers throughout the course of a year. Each week the 52 by 52 members interpret the photographer's challenge in whichever way they feel appropriate and submit a photo to the Flickr group. The project aims to stretch its members creatively, encouraging experimentation in terms of approach as well as aesthetics. Community is an important aspect of 52 by 52 and the support of the group will be helpful to spur members on throughout the year. Weekly challenge projects are nothing new for sure but what makes this one unique is the thought-provoking challenges set by a varied range of professional photographers who come from a wide range of photographic disciplines. It's a chance to gain an insight into how well-respected photographers approach their art as their challenges will often be reflective of their own practice. The project started on the 1st of September 2011 and will run for a year - it'll be possible to join the project at any time during the 52 weeks. Visit the website for further information. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 12 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000 The event organisers of Ambitions 2011 are seeking designers to run short workshops at their careers fair. Taking place at the University of the West of England Exhibition & Conference Centre on Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 October, the Ambitions career fair is for Year 9 students and their parents. 2500 students have signed up to participate in workshops with the aim of hearing first hand from industry professionals.  If you’d like to contribute by running a short workshop on 'working in design' for the students please get in touch with Ronnie Wood at the Kingswood Partnership by phone - 01454 868188 or email - rward@kingswoodpartnership.org.uk. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 11 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0100 The Media Innovation Awards is the South West’s most prestigious awards event for people working in the creative industries. The Media Innovation Awards will celebrate and honour the very best creative and innovative work produced by media and design companies during 2011 and this year we’re delighted that the glitzy gala dinner will be taking place in Bristol in the Autumn.  Businesses from across the South West are being urged to enter the competition, which opens for entries on the 4 January and will close on the 28 February. The competition is open to all members of West of England Design Forum and other South West creative clusters. You can enter online or download an entry pack from www.mediainnovationawards.com. Media and design companies and their clients can enter up to five categories and nominate for the new talent and outstanding contribution awards. Mytton Williams, a brand and design consultancy based in Bath, won in 2011 for the branding of Viper Subsea – a fast growing, innovative engineering company in the subsea oil, gas and offshore renewables industry. A new brand helped them build more credibility and launch their new product. Bob Mytton from Mytton Williams said "We were delighted to win Best branding at the Media Innovation Awards. It has generated publicity, helped promote our business and communicated the benefits of branding and how it can transform organisations".  The 16 categories in the 2012 awards will be judged by a panel of highly respected industry leaders to be announced later this month.  The categories are: Television, Video or FilmWebsite Design and UseMobile ApplicationGraphicsAnimationInstallation/Exhibition/Live EventsRadio/Audio/MusicGames DesignBrandingMarketing and Advertising B2BMarketing and Advertising B2CCollaboration between Business and Young PeopleInternational TradeEntrepreneurshipNew TalentOutstanding Contribution to Innovation Karen Stockdale from the Media Innovation Awards said: “This is an important opportunity to celebrate innovation and talent within the sector in the South West and the event enables us to put the spotlight on the world-class creative companies based in the region.  We’re delighted that this year we’ve introduced 3 new categories for Animation, Marketing & Advertising B2B and Marketing & Advertising B2C”. For more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities please visit the website at: www.mediainnovationawards.com, call Karen Stockdale on 01752 346530 or email on info@mediainnovationnetwork.com http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Tue, 12 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 Brighton & Hove City Council is inviting architects, designers, artists and/or event programmers (including collaborations between professionals within and outside the UK) to bid for a commission for up to €50.000 (fifty thousand Euros) for the pilot design that transforms and enhances people’s experience of the Ann Street / ProvidencePlaceGardens area of Brighton. This is part of the INTERREG IVB Lively Cities (LICI) project to turn the street and small park in front of the majestic St Bartholomew’s Church into a successful and well-used space. The area is part of the wider regeneration of the London Road area of the city. The pilot will be tested out this autumn, with the most successful features becoming permanent fixtures. The commission involves a three stage selection process: pre-qualification, short-list of 5 proposals and invitation to tender of the 5 short-listed. Five ideas will be shortlisted in March and the applicants asked to develop detailed proposals for a public exhibition at the end of April. A selection panel will choose the winner at the end of May. The public will have the chance to vote for their favourite via an exhibition in early May which will inform the final decision. To help applicants better understand how the project area currently works as well as the concerns and aspirations of present and potential future users, the council has produced supporting documents that details information gathered via a series of consultation events and site assessment work carried out between July and December 2011. For general, up to date information on the Brighton & Hove Lively Cities project please visit www.brightonhove.gov.uk/livelycities and http://www.facebook.com/livelycitiesbrighton. For information on the competition, related documentation and guidance on how to apply please visit from the 12 January 2012 onwards the South East Business Portal on the Improving Efficiency South East Website (www.businessportal.southeastiep.gov.uk). Applicants will need to search for ‘Opportunities’ against Brighton and Hove Council from this website to access the relevant Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ), and submit it according to the timescales in the document. The deadline for submissions is 29 February 2012, 5pm. Please note that submissions entered after this date will not be evaluated, and all relevant material required to support your submission should be sent to the relevant contact. For additional information please email planningprojects@brightonhove.gov.uk or call us on (01273) 292352. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 12 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 The fantastic Bompas and Parr are coming to Bristol, to fill the ss Great Britain's floating glass floor surround with jelly! Following a national competition and a public vote, the event will be part of 'Museums at Night' – the annual after hours celebration when hundreds of museums, galleries, libraries, archives and heritage sites open their doors for special evening events. Friday May 18th to Sunday May 20th 2012. Also known as the ‘Jellymongers’, Bompas and Parr's previous work includes a jelly copy of St Paul’s Cathedral and a giant jelly cocktail lake. www.jellymongers.co.ukwww.ssgreatbritain.org/news/wibble-wobble http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sat, 12 May 2018 00:00:00 +0100 Thought Den are a digital studio based in the heart of Bristol’s thriving creative quarter, Stokes Croft. We like it here! Our small and committed team build rich websites and mobile apps, design addictive games and develop cutting-edge technology for the likes of Jack Daniels, JVC, Tate and the BBC. We are currently looking for a Middleweight Front-end Developer to join the Thought Den team in our new studio. Working for prestigious clients on stimulating projects and games from the outset, you’ll also enjoy top flight benefits like cake, playing GeoWars on the projector and Swiftian level repartee. You should definitely:Have an excellent portfolio of workBe strong in HTML5, object orientated Javascript programming, AJAXBe the best at hunting and destroying bugs in your own and other people's codeHave excellent cross-browser CSS and layout skillsHave a good knowledge of UI/UX design and developmentBe well versed in using Source controlBe comfortable with Adobe Creative Suite (mainly Photoshop) It would be nice if you also had:Experience with PhoneGap or CoronaExperience with mobile Javascript frameworks like Sencha Touch, Titanium, jQtouch appMobi, ImpactJExperience with game and app development / releaseA basic knowledge of PHP, MySQL, Xcode or Eclipse A full-time contract will be offered after a successful 3 month probationary period. Apply with a CV, covering letter and your portfolio to: george.rowe@thoughtden.co.uk Closing date is the 16th March. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Wed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 Hello are looking for a highly organised studio manager to keep our small team of designers in check.We are a busy creative studio and need someone to manage the workflow and administration, as well as some client liason and project management as necessary. It's a bit of an all-hands-on-deck studio, everyone generally gets stuck into everything, so being flexible, hard working and a good laugh are probably the main requirements. We are based between Frome and Bath – about 20 mins from Bath and 40 mins from Bristol. Desired skills & experience: - highly organised - understanding of print processes would be good - able to work as part of a small team - knowledge of 'Streamtime' would be really good (but not essential) - book keeping experience would be v. useful (but again not essential) - experience working in a design studio / creative environment  Please send a CV and salary expectations to jamie@01134.co.uk www.01134.co.uk http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 At The Value of Design yesterday, local designers and agency workers learnt how to communicate the power of design in a training workshop led by Emma Collins. Inspiring, fun and at times challenging, day two of Five Days of Design was a bespoke training session. For more information on all of the Five Days of Design events see our Events page and follow us on twitter to get the latest up-to-date info. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 12 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 Day three - Design for Growth at Leigh Court focussed on non-design businesses, with a Masterclass on Design Strategy and Design Management. Participants learnt everything, from how design fits with business strategy, through to writing a good design brief and finding the right designers. Comments from happy participants include “this has really got me thinking and has been a brilliant introduction” and ”I now realise what a serious investment design is for any business”. For more information on all of the Five Days of Design events see our Events page and follow us on twitter to get the latest up-to-date info. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 12 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 After the rip roaring success of last year's Design Buddy, a unique mentoring scheme by WEDF and Bath Spa School of Art and Design, we're now looking for new design agencies to get involved.  We're looking for senior designers, creative directors and agency owners from Bath and Bristol to mentor third year design students. All it takes is four hours over an academic year. Last year's Design Buddies thoroughly enjoyed the experience finding it rewarding and inspiring. If you'd like more information on becoming a Design Buddy email us at hello@wedesignforum.co.uk. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100 We all know that the popularity of people cycling to work has increased over the years and our love affair with the bike looks set to continue. A love affair that has been beautifully documented in the The Work Cycle; the latest self-initiated project by leading Bristol digital production agency, Pixillion. www.workcycle.com is a web-based celebration of the Work Cyclist and their Work Cycles. A project that showcases through stunning photography how the Work Cycle is being successfully integrated into our working lives. What’s fascinating is the level of impact the humble bike is having on shaping the workspaces that we journey to. The collection of work spaces currently being showcased on the Work Cycle is an eclectic mix; from top notch creative agency Poke London, to national bike retailer Evans Cycles. The Work Cycle is an evolving project and Pixillion are calling for work cyclists to spread the word about the site, and if they’d like their work place to be featured on the Work Cycle, to get in touch.  

Pixillion’s Creative Director Remco Merbis says, “We're into all types of bikes and depending on the mood, day, or weather you can expect to see Mountain Bikes, Cyclocross bikes, Road bikes, Commuters/Hybrids and at least one folding bike littered about the studio. We’re really excited about our latest project from the Pixillion labs and staggered by the high standard of photography that has been submitted so far. It’s quite obvious the bike will remain a truly symbolic and loved mode of transport for many years to come.”

We’re pedalling through a renaissance where it’s not just the scantily clad Lycra boys waxing lyrical about their set of wheels – everyone and anyone that’s rediscovered the joy of riding their bike is loving it all over again.  http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100 Hot off the press! We were thrilled to hear this week that WEDF had been chosen as one of five regional networks to receive £20k from the Design Council. Today, the Design Council will announce that WEDF has been one of five successful bids chosen to receive £100k in total via its Design Fund For Growth to support connections between business, technology and design. 'Five days of design' will take place next March and will focus on raising the profile of the business benefits of design. WEDF Chair Emma Collins said "we were totally chuffed to hear that our bid had been successful, there were 60 proposals for 5 grants so this shows our idea was strong. We are now full steam ahead for a week of activities!" If you would like to find out more then drop us a line. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100 Thought Den wants you! We are a digital studio based in the heart of Bristol’s thriving creative quarter, Stokes Croft, known for Banksy pieces, Tesco riots and the musical grub-stop Canteen. We like it here! Our small and committed team build rich websites, design addictive games and developing cutting-edge technology for the likes of Jack Daniels, Southern Comfort, JVC, Tate and the BBC. The internet is brilliant but there’s a lot of crap up there and it’s our job to add some sparkle and fun. We are looking for an enthusiastic graduate with an eye for design who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty. Successful applicants will become part of the team, gaining front-line experience in a highly creative environment on projects for well known brands. Skills must include at least two of the following :
- graphic design
- video editing
- animation
- illustration
- mobile development
- CSS & HTML. The unpaid internship will be a minimum of 2 weeks. Expenses can be covered depending on awesomeness of applicant. Perks include cake, Magic Roll and swanky coffee. Please send a CV and covering letter to george.rowe@thoughtden.co.uk stating why you think you are the right person for the job.
Applications close on October 5th and the position will start October 10th. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100 A look at where business, technology and design is heading – and exploring what the future might hold for all of us. Friday 23 March 14.00–18.00 Arnolfini, Bristol£45 / £30 concessions The Future is Bright is WEDF’s first mini-conference at Bristol’s Arnolfini and the closing event for Five Days of Design. Open to anyone interested in the future of design, business and technology, this inspiring and thought-provoking series of talks will open your mind to the wider commercial opportunities of cross-industry integration and where our shared future is heading. Brought to you by an eclectic panel of speakers and chaired by David Kester, Chief Executive at the Design Council. Our eclectic panel of eight experts includes Michael Thomson, founder and Director Design Connect, Craig Wightman, Design Director at Kinneir Dufort and Peter Madden, Chief Executive at Forum for the Future. Tickets are £45, with an exclusive £30 early-bird offer and concessions. Book your place at Arnolfini’s box office by calling: 0117 917 2300 or on their website: www.arnolfini.org.uk For more information on all of the Five Days for Design events see our Events page. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Day five - The Future is Bright? - was a jam-packed afternoon of insights about design in relation to science, technology, law, sustainability and business. David Kester, Chief Executive of the Design Council, kicked off the event that covered everything from design education and intellectual property to European design strategy and scenario planning. "The mix of speakers was great" said one member of the audience, "I have come away thinking more about what the future holds and the impact design has on business".     http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Brick it Pro is the only brick design App for architects, designers, students, surveyors and contractors. It was designed by an architect working at DKA in Bath. It contains interactive brick tables for all 11 British Standard brick sizes, long UK bricks, numerous international metric brick sizes, joint types and over 20 different brick bond patterns. Brick it Pro is available to download from the iTunes App Store. Further info can be found on the Brick it Pro website and follow them on Twitter @BrickitPro. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Fri, 11 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0100 UK Trade and Investment are running fours days of seminars at this year's London Design Festival, focussing on Asia, the Middle East and Argentina. Learn about market opportunities and how to access these exciting regions of the world, covering countries experiencing dynamic growth, emerging economies and mature, developed markets. Running from Monday 19 September through to Thursday 22 September, registration for the seminars is open until 9 September 2011.You can choose to join any or all of the sessions. Each session includes presentations from UKTI market experts and a round-table discussion. Registration starts at 8.30 am. For further information visit the UKTI's website. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0100 Bath based Mytton Williams Brand & Design scooped the brand category award at the prestigious Media & Innovation Awards held in Plymouth in June. The Awards celebrate the cream of the creative industries in the South West.  Two of the company's projects were nominated in the branding category.  It was the work with Viper Subsea engineering that came home the winner. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100 So design seeks a mid/senior graphic designer consultant - bristol This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced designer to join the creative team at so design consultants. We are looking for a team player, someone who's happy to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in. The successful candidate will be able to show a portfolio of relevant design skills, have a flexible approach and the right personality to work within a busy creative environment. Desired skills & experience:- passionate about typography- fluent with print processes and the creation of artwork- excellent eye for detail- able to work independently as well as part of a small team- a good communicator with face-to-face client experience- fully versed in Adobe CS InDesign, Photoshop and illustrator- experience in digital design an advantage Please send a CV and portfolio to shona@so-design.co.uk. www.so-design.co.uk http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sat, 12 Feb 2028 00:00:00 +0000 The Institute of Internal Communication has launched its new-style IoIC Awards 2012 and is inviting entries. There are 39 award categories which recognise excellence in communicating with employees, members, volunteers and other internal audiences. They are open to agencies, consultancies and in-house teams. Best use of design categories include: digital, feature-led magazine, news-led magazine, newspaper, integrated. Best use of digital media categories include: intranet, microsite, ezine, interactive (blog), audio, video, membership. There are also two new innovation categories this year - most innovative use of media and 'game changer' (looking for imagination in practice that expands our sense of what might be possible in internal communication). All the IoIC's award categories have been incorporated into one high-profile scheme and award dinner this year, including the IoIC ICons which, rather than focusing on specific projects and campaigns, celebrate individual and team work, qualities and attainment. The deadline for entries is 17th February, and winners will receive their awards at an industry dinner at the Hilton Park Lane in London on 15 June. Complete information and an entry form is available at http://www.ioic.org.uk/content/events/awards.html http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Sat, 12 Jan 2030 00:00:00 +0000 Monday night's first event for WEDF's Five Days of Design was a huge success. More than one hundred local designers and lovers of design came together to celebrate why We Love Design at Spike Island's cafe . We laughed, we (nearly) cried, we met new people, we drank beer, and we learnt how five million lives have been saved down to the re-design of a hypodermic needle, about where our friends and colleagues find their inspiration in everyday life and about what makes our designers tick. For more information on all of the Five Days of Design events see our Events page and follow us on twitter to get the latest up-to-date info. http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news http://www.wedesignforum.co.uk/news Tue, 12 Mar 2030 00:00:00 +0000