About the opportunity
DesignMersive by Grohwie is an immersive workshop and collaborative lab designed for early-years graphic and motion designers who are ready to play around with storytelling for design and explore designing in augmented reality environments. Backed by the Mastercard Foundation FAST Program, the program brings together a small cohort of 20 participants for a full-day, in-person experience featuring bite-sized theory and practice-based sessions. Participants collaborate in groups during a design sprint to deliver a fun idea while receiving guidance, advice, and networking opportunities with peers and facilitators.
Funding and benefits
- Free participation at no extra cost for selected applicants
- Immersive hands-on workshop experience focusing on storytelling and augmented reality (AR) design
- Collaborative design sprint working in groups with peers
- Opportunity to receive advice on creative practice from industry professionals
- Backed by the Mastercard Foundation FAST Program
Who can apply?
- Graphic designers or motion designers with 1 to 4 years of experience
- Must be comfortable with design practice and willing to collaborate on projects with others
- Must reside in Lagos or Calabar, Nigeria
- Must be able to attend all parts of the in-person workshop
When to apply
- Upcoming workshop in Calabar, NG on 17 October 2026
- Upcoming workshop in Lagos, NG on 24 October 2026
How to apply
- Visit the official application link via Tally
- Submit your application details for review
Additional information
- Cohort size is limited to 20 participants to ensure personal engagement
- Participants must bring their own laptop and a design software of their choice
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Emerging graphic or motion designers with 1-4 years of experience looking to expand their skill sets into storytelling and AR environments.
- Creatives based in Lagos or Calabar, Nigeria, who are available for a full-day, in-person commitment.
- Designers seeking a collaborative environment and practical group-based design sprints.
- Applicants looking for free, specialized professional development backed by recognized programs.
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires mandatory in-person attendance for the full day (9 AM to 4 PM WAT) in either Lagos or Calabar.
- Applicants must bring their own laptop and preferred design software.
- Cohort size is strictly limited to 20 participants, making selection highly competitive.
- You must commit to completing all sessions and tasks without exceptions.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This workshop serves as a high-impact, single-day accelerator for early-career designers seeking to break out of routine work, experiment with emerging technologies like AR, and build confidence through collaborative storytelling exercises. It is ideal for creative professionals aiming to expand their creative toolkit and network with peers.
Our take
Early-career graphic and motion designers living in Nigeria who meet the experience criteria and are eager to explore augmented reality and storytelling should seriously consider applying. Those unable to travel to Lagos or Calabar or attend the full-day sessions should skip this opportunity.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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