Level Up Your Design Skills with The Design Lab

The design track at this year’s conference is bigger and better than ever with an all-new format designed to inspire, educate, and empower visual storytellers.

Thursday: A Full Day of Design Inspiration
Kick off the conference with a deep dive into the art and craft of media design. Sessions run all day, starting at 10 a.m. These sessions are perfect for designers of all experience levels and offer insights to elevate your work and broaden your skills.

Friday: Introducing The Design Lab
Brand new this year, The Design Lab is a full day of hands-on, workshop-style learning, included in your conference registration. This innovative format features:

• Two-hour workshop tracks (choose digital or print focus)

• TED-style presentations: 20-25 minutes of expert insights from leading designers

• 90 minutes of hands-on design practice with guidance from design leaders from across the country

Bring your laptop for an immersive, interactive experience! Work individually, in small groups, or alongside your team, and receive one-on-one advice from seasoned professionals.

Saturday: Morning Bonus: Cross-Publication Collaboration
Don’t miss this exclusive morning workshop for editors and designers! Learn strategies for planning and collaboration across digital and print platforms to create cohesive, impactful storytelling.

Bring your creativity, your questions, and your team—we’ll see you there!