APPLY: NerdzFactory Design School Lagos Program (Funded Graphics & Product Design Training )

Application Deadline: February 25th, 2022

The Design School Lagos Program aims to equip Lagos residents with graphic design, product design, and workplace skills while also creating the necessary exposure that is needed for them to launch their careers and earn income in the technology sector and beyond. Implemented as part of the Lagos State Employability Support Project, the program is funded by the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and the United States Africa Development Foundation (USADF) and it is implemented by NerdzFactory Company.

The goal of the program is to equip young people with design skills, soft skills and entrepreneurship and also connect them with economic opportunities while also helping businesses have access to skilled talent.

LIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Residing in Lagos
• Between 18 and 35 years
• Availability for the entire training duration
• Post secondary education

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• 100% tuition scholarship
• Training in graphics design
• Training in product design
• Soft skills training
• Training allowance
• Internship placement for top-performing trainees
• Mentorship

COURSE MODULES

GRAPHICS DESIGN

• Design Elements, Design Principles & Design Thinking
• Typography
• Design Inspiration And Research
• Designing Logos, Business Cards, Book Covers, Event Fliers, Movie Posters, E.T.C.
• Pictures, Gradients & Professional Colour Schemes
• Canva Masterclass

PRODUCT DESIGN

• Introduction To UI/UX Design
• Product (UI/UX) Design Using Figma
• Research In Product Design
• Iconography
• Visual Hierarchy
• Prototyping
• Handoff

SOFT SKILLS

• Emotional Intelligence
• Effective Communication
• Problem Solving And Critical Thinking
• Building Your Project Portfolio
• Monetizing Your Skill
• Freelancing
• Getting Your First Design Job
• Starting Your Business

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the NerdzFactory School Lagos Program 2022