CALL FOR CAREERS FAIR VOLUNTEERS
Visual Connections is putting out a call for volunteers to share their industry experience with students at upcoming Careers Expos in SA and WA.
The Expos follow on from a successful event in Melbourne, and will run on 10-11 May at the Adelaide Showgrounds, and at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on 24 and 25 May.
Sarah Moore, general manager of Visual Connections, says volunteers who can spare an hour or two to attend the events and speak to visitors will "make a huge difference". She said, “We are looking for people who can help explain the processes and products on show, but also share their own career journeys, provide some insights into the opportunities available in the industry, and help us get students excited about the possibilities."
Volunteers will be supported by a comprehensive 20-page brochure that provides information on industry careers, and an online resource that connects potential apprentices to training and employment opportunities.
Moore said, “Our fantastic new stand – designed and produced in co-operation with Visual Media Association and IVE Group – has already proven highly effective in attracting the attention of students, with on-stand Try-A-Trade activities giving interested young people the chance to experience some typical industry skills.
“However, it is the information and insights provided by careers advisors, trainers, current apprentices and industry professionals that help students, teachers and parents get a real sense of what a career in print, sign and graphics might involve.”
While the Sign & Print Career Connections team has long-term partners, careers advisors Tina Mavris and John Watters from AusSIP leading the teams on stand in both Adelaide and Brisbane, and has assistance from the local TAFEs.
Volunteers will be supported by a comprehensive 20-page brochure that provides information on industry careers, and an online resource that connects potential apprentices to training and employment opportunities.
To volunteer, call Visual Connections on (02) 9868 1577 or email careers@visualconnections.org.au
To find out more, go to Sign & Print Career Connections online.
Sign & Print Career Connections is a collaborative venture between Visual Connections, Asga, Fespa Australia, FPLMA, LIA and VMA. It is sponsored by Amari Visual Solutions, Ball & Doggett, Fujifilm Graphic Systems, Graphic Art Mart, Mulford Plastics, Orafol, Pozitive Sign & Graphics Supplies and Sign-a-Rama. Böttcher, FPLMA, Hero Print, IVE, MacDirmid Graphic Solutions and Spicers are partner sponsors.