What is The SCA Surgery?
Whether you've just graduated, pondering on a career change, looking to land your first freelance role or desperate to break into the creative industry - The SCA Surgery is for you.
Every year, we're renowned for churning out the industry's finest creative stars, and with a string of D&AD Pencils, Cream Awards and Cannes Lions to name just a few. Our accolades speak for themselves.
So, who better to offer portfolio reviews and career advice than the faculty responsible for our school's success?
Drop-in. Meet our mentors. Enhance your portfolio. Learn how to land your dream role. Leave feeling a little less lost...
Pop Brixton
49 Brixton Station Road
London SW9 8PQ
Wednesday 3rd August, 1.30pm-6.30pm
Meet Your Mentors
Elizabeth Olson
Founder and Dean SCA 2.0, Marc Lewis
Marc is known as one of the industry’s most brilliant creative minds with a commitment to seeking out the very best creative talent and turning them into stars.
Max Chambers
SCA Copywriter Mentor, Caroline Hampstead
Caroline is an award-winning copywriter, D&AD judge and valued Faculty Mentor at SCA. She's mentored hundreds of our students to creative career success and has had a hand in many of our Black Pencil wins.
Ansley Saldana
SCA Craft Mentor, Ian Hands
A self-confessed stickler for detail, Ian is the 'go-to' for all things craft. We dare you to find a creative area he doesn't have experience in. If its a killer portfolio you're after, Mr Hands is your man.
Max Chambers
SCA Copywriter Mentor, Richard Russell
Richard has worked at and been kicked out of some of the world's top agencies. Known for the Honda ads Power of Dreams Campaign, he takes real joy in enthusing and inspiring young creatives.
More mentors coming soon...
What you'll learn
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How to create a portfolio that will get you noticed. Whether it's enhancing your current portfolio or building one from scratch, we'll offer advice and practical tips that will help you stand out from the crowd.
02
Top tips and advice on how to get your foot in the door. Looking for your first freelance role? Finding it hard to land your first Art Director job? Get 1:1 mentoring from industry-leading creatives who know the industry inside and out.
03
Creative techniques to help you do better work. SCA grads are the most sought after creatives in the industry. Why? Because we know what the industry is looking for. Listen to their advice and we guarantee you success.
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How SCA Surgery Works
10:00 am
Sign up and tell us what you need help with; whether it be help with your portfolio or landing your first art direction role, the more information you provide the more we can help.
11:00 am
Choose an hour time slot that works for you; we'll be open between 1.30pm-6.30pm, give us your preferred time slot, tell us how long you can stay for and we'll sort a schedule for you.
12:00 pm
Get a match with your perfect mentor; Based on the information provided, we'll match you with a faculty member that can offer the best advice and help.
1:00 pm
Turn up and meet your mentor; Bring a laptop, share your work and our mentors will review, advise and offer top tips and recommendations to help you reach your goals.
The SCA Surgery is now full!
Keep your eye out for the next drop-in.
FAQs
Should I bring anything?
What do I need to bring?
Please bring your laptop or tablet with your Portfolio ready for review. We're happy to review your website or slides.
Are there team discounts?
Is it completely free?
Yes. The event is completely free! If you know anyone else who would benefit from The SCA Surgery, please share. The more the merrier!
Are tickets refundable?
Will I see more than one mentor?
Each mentoring session will last around 20 minutes, therefore the more time you can spend with us, the more mentors we can schedule for you to see.
Are tickets transferable?
Why all the information?!
The more we can learn about you, the more our mentors can build a clear picture about you, your situation and how best to help you. Please be honest and provide as much info as you're happy to share.