AWARD WINNER TO GO TO LONDON

The winner of the Emerging Talent Award, sponsored by Konica Minolta, at the upcoming National Print Awards, will receive a once-in-a-lifetime industry experience tour in London and the UK.

Designed to shine a spotlight on the brightest up-and-coming talent across Australia’s print, paper, sign, display, publishing, packaging, and media sectors, the award will recognise technical excellence and creative vision, and also underscore the essential role emerging professionals play in shaping the industry’s future.

Open to apprentices, trainees, and early-career professionals, the Emerging Talent Award will be judged across excellence, innovation and leadership.

Entrants will be evaluated by a judging panel and the Visual Media Association board of directors.

The winner of the Emerging Talent Award will join the winner of the Women in Industry Award and receive an exclusive professional development experience in London, that will feature attendance to the Power of Print Conference, a tour of the Ricoh UK Experience Centre, showcasing the latest print technology and innovation, as well as industry engagement and introductions with leading organisations, including the Two Sides International Country Managers meeting, the BPIF (British Printing Industries Federation), the World Land Trust and other key industry bodies.

There will also be a tour of the UK print industry, connecting with leading professionals, and gaining insights into the future of print and visual media industry as well the opportunity to build an international network.

“Our industry is built on innovation, craftsmanship, and evolving technologies – but most importantly, it is built on people. This award celebrates those who are beginning their journey in our industry and are already demonstrating high levels of skill and passion. The VMA is proud to honour their contributions,” said Kellie Northwood, CEO, Visual Media Association.

Northwood said the award reflects the association’s commitment to skills development, future workforce strategies, and the fostering of the next generation of industry leaders.

The November UK tour will bring together a group of representatives from Australia; VMA CEO Northwood, along with the Women in Industry Award and Emerging Talent Award.

“The week of activities planned across the London tour will include a jam-packed experience for all, including learning from our international colleagues, and gaining insights from international brands and customers to develop our careers and approaches. This tour will inspire confidence, reward hard work, and demonstrate to our emerging professionals that their contribution matters,” said Northwood.

Entries for the Emerging Talent Award and all National Print Awards remain open, following a recent extension, with the winner to be announced at the VMA National Print Awards Gala Dinner in Sydney in May.

Click here for a Guide to Entries, Key Dates, and Category Overviews, which is on the VMA National Print Awards website page.