Juniors' Pecha Kucha

Real stories. Fresh perspectives. Big ideas from the next generation of designers.

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Submit a presentation idea for DO25 Juniors' Pecha Kucha

This special breakout session is designed for junior designers eager to expand their skills, understand industry trends, and make meaningful contributions early in their careers.

This Pecha Kucha-style session (20 slides, 20 seconds each slide) offers a dynamic platform for emerging designers to share insights, explore new ideas, and connect with peers and mentors in the design community.

What we're looking for

First and foremost, we're looking for you. 

Don't doubt yourself, and go for it.

This Pecha Kucha breakout session is tailored for junior designers who are ready to challenge norms and share their perspectives. This session is your chance to reflect, challenge your own boundaries, and explore the vast landscape of design.

Join us in shaping the dialogue around the pivotal role junior designers play in our industry. We look forward to your proposals and the vibrant discussions that will emerge from this gathering of creative minds.

So, if you're ready to share your insights, inspire others, and make your mark on the world of design, we want to hear from you.

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Pecha Kucha themes

Here's what we'd love you to explore:

  • Creative confidence – How can early career professionals gain confidence in their ideas and communicate them effectively within teams? What strategies have helped you advocate for your work?
  • Failure as a learning tool – What role has failure played in your professional growth? How have setbacks helped you develop resilience and refine your skills?
  • Expanding your design mindset – How has learning from other fields—such as technology, business, or AI—shaped the way you approach your work?
  • Navigating early career growth – What has helped you find direction in your career? How have mentorship, leadership opportunities, or personal development played a role?
  • Adapting to market changes – As markets evolve, and industries shift away from traditional roles, and the world turns upside down, how can junior designers adapt to remain competitive, visible and sane?
  • Design impact on society – How can junior designers ensure their work is not only innovative but also socially responsible? What are the ethics in design they must consider?

Selection process and timeline
 

There will be 6 presentations selected.

We’ll be looking for alignment to our themes and how compelling your idea is — your idea doesn’t need to be perfect or ‘finished’, but you’ll need to have thought it through enough.

We’ll work with you to refine your idea and presentation to a high standard if you’re successfully selected.

Selected presenters will receive a complimentary ticket to DO25, presentation coaching, and an invitation to our VIP dinner on Wednesday 2 July.

Apr 07

Call for submissions open

May 04

Call for submissions close at 11:59pm

May 20

Selection outcomes announced

How to apply

If you’re ready to share your story, reflect on your journey, and inspire others in the design community — we want to hear from you.

We’re looking for early-career designers who are thoughtful, curious, and ready to contribute their unique perspective at DO25. No polished portfolio or years of experience needed — just your voice.

Submit your idea using the form on this page.