The Connector
The Connector

Wednesday, Nov. 3

AMP 110: Establish Your Presence
A confident, grounded presence in front of an audience is crucial to being a versatile and effective presenter. Locate your center of gravity to improve posture and to develop a wide range of nonverbal tools that will strengthen your physical presence.
11 a.m. – noon
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

AMP 330: Communicate as a Team 
Effective communication is important to any successful collaboration. Be a valuable team player by expressing your ideas concisely, listening actively, and using your individual skills to secure the collective success of the team.
5-6 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

Thursday, Nov. 4

AMP 340: Present as a Team
When working as a TEAM, Together Everyone Achieves More. In this workshop, students learn how to collaborate to deliver seamless, supportive, and sharp team presentations that will engage and inspire any audience.
2-3 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

FASH x AMP 130: Shape Your Story
Every designer has a story, a journey they have traveled that is distinctly their own. Learn to tell the story of your collection and how to lead audiences through your personal and professional narrative. Workshop participants will explore tools to: * Differentiate yourself and your collection. Identify, embrace, and share what is distinctive about you and your designs. * Build a pitch with a compelling story and a clear beginning, middle and end. * Shape the length and details of your story to meet different audiences and contexts.
Noon-1 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

AMP 310: Embrace Improvisation
While planning and preparation is essential for successful presentations, skilled presenters also know how to respond to unexpected opportunities and embrace spontaneity. Students in this workshop learn how improvisation techniques can help them become versatile and agile communicators.
2-3 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

Friday, Nov. 6

FASH x AMP 130: Shape Your Story
Every designer has a story, a journey they have traveled that is distinctly their own. Learn to tell the story of your collection and how to lead audiences through your personal and professional narrative. Workshop participants will explore tools to: * Differentiate yourself and your collection. Identify, embrace, and share what is distinctive about you and your designs. * Build a pitch with a compelling story and a clear beginning, middle and end. * Shape the length and details of your story to meet different audiences and contexts.
Noon-1 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

Turn Imagination into Visualization
This workshop is an introduction and a demonstration of Rapid Interior Rendering.
9-10 a.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): click here

Nail Your Elevator Pitch Now
In this workshop, SCAD Business Coach, Ilise Benun, and author of seven books, including “The Creative Professionals Guide to Money,” will demonstrate multiple creative approaches for developing your elevator pitch and LinkedIn profile. During this workshop, participants will write a sample pitch and receive instant professional feedback.
10-11 a.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): click here

AMP 230: Craft Clear Messages
The ability to craft clear, concise speeches and presentations is an invaluable skill for communicators. In this workshop, students learn to consider their audience and to craft language and content with the audience in mind.
11 a.m. – noon
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

1600 Woodshop Certification Demonstration
Students will be shown how to safely operate the 1600 Woodshop equipment. The miter saw, band saw, panel saw, sanders, and some hand tools will be covered. After attending the demonstration and completing the online written test, students will be certified to use the 1600 Woodshop.
Noon-1 p.m.
On-ground only (1600 Woodshop): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

Experiencing the Bayeux Embroidery
In this hands on and interactive workshop, students will learn the key stitches used in the production of the Bayeux Embroidery and create their own sample.
Noon-1 p.m.
On-ground only (SCAD40 Event Space): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

Turn Imagination into Visualization
This workshop is an introduction and a demonstration of Rapid Interior Rendering.
Noon-1 p.m.
On-ground (Room 272): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 
Virtual (Zoom): click here

FASH x AMP 130: Shape Your Story
Every designer has a story, a journey they have traveled that is distinctly their own. Learn to tell the story of your collection and how to lead audiences through your personal and professional narrative. Workshop participants will explore tools to: * Differentiate yourself and your collection. Identify, embrace, and share what is distinctive about you and your designs. * Build a pitch with a compelling story and a clear beginning, middle and end. * Shape the length and details of your story to meet different audiences and contexts.
2-3 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 

CLO 3D Design Software Master Class (Series B)
Designer Christina Yother shares her strategies and techniques with using CLO 3D design software for fashion design. Christina graduated from SCAD in 2017 and is currently an Associate Designer with Carter’s, Inc. 
2-4 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): click here

Illustration for the Built Environment
In this workshop students will learn to hand Illustrate and render architectural environments with various mediums to create dynamic, romantic images. 
3-4 p.m.
On-ground (Room 575C): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops 
Virtual (Zoom): click here

Laser Cutter Certification Demonstration
Students will learn the difference between raster engraving and vector cutting and how to set Rhino or Illustrator files to achieve their desired results. Multiple examples of laser processed materials will be shown. Materials, submission requirements, and processing times will be covered. After completing the demonstration and signing the processing agreement, students will be certified to use the laser cutter.
3-4 p.m.
On-ground only (SCAD Studio – S111): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops