Expression of Interest: Portfolio Clinic and Networking With The ADGI

Expression of Interest: Portfolio Clinic and Networking With The ADGI

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Please note by registering your interest you are NOT applying for a course.  This is to gauge the interest of crew in attending this type of training.  We would also like to hear what elements you would like to see in this area so that we know the training is meeting crew needs as directly expressed by the crew.

Proposed Training: Portfolio clinic and networking with the Art Directors Guild of Ireland 

Proposed month of delivery:  13th Dec 2025

Duration:  1 day

Cost: Free

Venue: TBC, Dublin

Event proposal:

Portfolio Clinic

A clinic aimed at trainees and new entrants, to review their portfolios and advise them on their progression within the Art Dept.  Portfolios will be reviewed by established Designers and Art Directors in the Irish Screen Sector.

The clinic proposes to feedback on the below:

  1. What skills Designers and Art Directors are looking for
  2.  How best to showcase and develop your existing skills
  3.  Ways in which you can progress within the Art Department

Networking

This will be a great opportunity to get your work under the eyes of those hiring in the Art Depts in the screen sector. Be prepared to share your contact details and ensure you’re registered on Screen Ireland’s Screen Crew and Services Database in advance.

Arrive early/stay later and network with other assistants, trainees and new entrants. This is an opportunity to share your work with your peers in addition to contacts and job tips.

Participant Profile:

This clinic would be aimed at Art department new entrants, trainees and assistants looking to progress in the Art department and build their network.

Attendees MUST have an art portfolio to be able to participate.

Expression of Interest Procedure:

Please register your interest online at this LINK by 12pm on Tuesday 30th Sept 2025.

For technical difficulties with the online system please email crew.east@nationaltalentacademies.ie

Film & TV Crew Academy East & West courses are open to all regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability.