Partner With Us
Join us in our 10th year as we celebrate modern design philosophy with the world’s most creative practitioners, agencies and companies.
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Introduction
Highlight Reel
The Design Conference 2019
Brisbane Powerhouse
Hey, you made it — 🤠
Our suite of event experiences presents a unique opportunity for forward-thinking companies to showcase their products and services to our community of emerging, mid-career and c-level creatives.
From our annual conferences through to our satellite events, we have engineered a range of event experiences that position our sponsors at the epicentre of modern design culture.
We promote diversity both on and off the stage, and throughout the development of our events we’ve made efforts to represents our creative community both equally and honestly.
Professional Audience
Professionals (95%)
From Brisbane (54%)
Who are Women (63%)
Student Audience
University Creatives (54%)
From Brisbane (99%)
Who are Women (56%)
Main Auditorium Session Q&A (Left to Right)
Co-host: Matt Leach — Aus Design Radio
Keynote Speaker: Tea Uglow — Google
Co-host: Prue Jones — Fjord Melbourne
Demographics
Work
63% Professional
22% University
15% High School
Gender
61% Women
38% Men
1% Other
Conference
64% The Design Conference
29% TDC Futures
7% TDC Connect No.1
Location
49% Local
45% Interstate
6% International
1.0 — Sponsorship Vision
We collaborate with our sponsors to design meaningful experiences across our entire suite of conferences and events.
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An Authentic Connection
Born ready
From bespoke brand engagements to seamless product integrations, our team is ready to position your brand at the centre of our events, delivering an experience that is targeted, transparent and successful.
Our suite of events provides the opportunity to reach a diverse range of creatives at different stages of their career. By targeting one or all of our events, your ability to build genuine connections is maximised through curated content and experiences.
The configuration and design of every experience are open for discussion, with no request considered too big or small.
The Design Conference 2019
Sell out audience
Main Auditorium
Brand Activations
Streamtime Discussion Panels
Major Sponsorship Component
The Print Bar Custom Shirt Screen Printing
Major Sponsorship Component
Brand Engagements
Wacom Product Showcase + Artist Meet & Greet
Major Sponsorship Component
Streamtime Brand Concierge
Major Sponsorship Component
Youfoodz Product Showcase
Major Sponsorship Component
Product Integrations
Youfoodz Luncheon
Major Sponsorship Component
Wacom Illustration Breakouts
Major Sponsorship Component
Logo Placements
Logo Feature in Main Auditorium
Major Sponsorship Component
Streamtime / The Print Bar Lanyard
Major Sponsorship Component
Streamtime Schedule Naming Rights
Major Sponsorship Component
Extra Inclusions
Mix and Match — Shoot for the sky! It’s Hammertime!
Pre-Event: 90 days
Logo on event poster(s)
Website biography
Social media priming
Activation priming
In-event: 1-4 days
Motion advertising
Logo feature on screen
Logo credit in event titles
Product placement
In-session: 1/15
Session naming rights
Recognition from hosts
Promotional distribution†
Post-event: 180 days
Usage of event media
Social media follow-up
Praise
“It’s amazing how the team at TDC continually raise the bar. What they’re doing for the creative community is second to none and we look forward to being a part of TDC long into the future”
Alex Carr
Head of Marketing
Wacom Australia
2.0 — Professional Conference
The Design Conference is an annual pilgrimage that breaks boundaries, while creating positive change for everyone involved.
We command sell-out audiences, attract the world’s best speakers and deliver authentic, energetic and wonderfully confronting experiences.
We receive outstanding reviews and have been listed in the world top 30 conferences year on year. With excellence as a baseline, our drive to raise the bar is second to none.
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Join our community
Features:
15 speakers
Six workshops
Six panels
Cost rrp:
General: A$275+
Premium: A$550+
Concession: 30%
Attendees:
95% professionals
63% women
91% three-day
Location:
54% local
41% interstate
5% international
Only Nine Major sponsorships
Our team invites progressive organisations to apply for Major Sponsorship in 2020. Should you represent a multi-national design resource, technology or communication company, automotive group, financial institution or a philanthropic supporter, we welcome you to reach out. Together we can make a significant impact within the creative community.
Praise
“The Design Conference is a blur of inspiration, connection and awe. It's rare to be surrounded by so many talented, energetic and generous people in one place and at one time. I came away exhausted and amazed.”
Christopher Doyle
2018 Keynote Speaker
Creative Director
ChristopherDoyle.co
3.0 — Student Conference
Our Student Conference navigates the decision-making process behind building a successful career, while sharing the industry insights required for landing a dream creative role.
Hosted and moderated by some of Australia’s favourite creatives, attendees experience a first-class introduction to visual communication, professionalism, and vulnerability.
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Investing in tomorrow
Features:
Nine keynotes
Three breakouts
One side event
Discounted rrp:
Student: A$49+
Teacher: A$99
Lecturer: A$99
Attendee:
90% design
57% 19-24 years
56% women
By Experience:
54% university
40% highschool
6% graduates
A TDC initiative
Our Student Sponsorship Program was introduced to provide non-industry specific Companies and Individuals the opportunity to proactively gift under-privileged students with the ability to attend TDC.
The Design Conference will match any contribution on a dollar-for-dollar basis up to a total sum of A$50,000. Significant contributions may be celebrated with an Honorary Industry or Major Sponsorship.
Praise
“At TDC Futures, our students connect with their heroes, mentors and peers. They come away seeing the world differently and it is evident in their work”
Irene Visser:
Program Lead (Design)
University of the Sunshine Coast
Say G’day
On behalf of our community, I would like to invite you to join us as a Major Sponsor in 2020. Our 10th conference is going to be nothing short of spectacular. I can’t wait to tell you more
Matthew Haynes
Founder
The Design Conference
