Last year, we launched Dimz Inc. Academy, a free creative experience for 18-24 year olds who want to break into the world of digital media. And this year, we’re back! Bigger, bolder and built for the next generation of young creatives.
From shaping ideas and collaborating in teams to creating and showcasing original work, you’ll get the chance to build your skills, confidence and portfolio to stand out, before being matched into paid work placements and given access to exciting networking opportunities.
Dimz Inc. Academy is a free, in-person 4-week creative experience for 18–24-year-olds who want to break into the world of digital media. Founded by Amelia Dimoldenberg (creator of Chicken Shop Date),powered by Spiral Skills, and supported by Adobe, this immersive programme will give you the skills, confidence and connections to take your first step into creative industries.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday across August in London, you’ll move through the full creative process, get real-world experience, create original content and learn about the art of storytelling.
Week 1🎯 Vision, Ideation & Development
Meet your crew, explore the industry, and form your production team ready to bring ideas to life
Explore storytelling with Amelia and guest creatives, find your angle, then pitch your original idea to industry professionals and get expert feedback.
Refine your idea, shape your script and storyboard, and discuss your initial production plans.
Week 2🎥 Production & Filming
Shadow a Chicken Shop Date shoot to see how real shows are made, explore on-set roles and equipment, guided by Amelia and the production crew.
Learn production skills with industry pros, get to grips with equipment and production roles.
Rehearse, test equipment, scout locations and fine-tune your plans with support from mentors so you’re fully ready to shoot.
Week 3✂️ Editing & Creative Development
Shoot day! Film your project with support from production mentors and industry professionals.
Shape your project with expert masterclasses on industry-standard tools like Adobe Premiere Pro.
Take part in creative workshops across design, branding and visual identity.
Week 4
🌟 Feedback & Showcase
Present your rough cut to your team, professionals and mentors for feedback.
Learn how to market and position your work
Showcase your work to industry guests and partners!
Introduction to next steps including work placements, alumni opportunities and progression support
The FutureEvery Participant Will…
Be matched to a guaranteed paid work placement
Receive ongoing 1:1 mentoring and career support from Spiral Skills
Join the Dimz Inc. Academy alumni network
Dimz Inc. Academy will be held in London three times a week during the summer.
You’ll get to attend exciting, in-person workshops on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout August. These will be held from 10am-3pm each day.
We’ll mostly be based in Lambeth, South London, with some days also spent in Central London depending on what we’re working on.
Our programme is for 18–24-year-olds based in London who are passionate about creativity and online storytelling.
All participants will receive a £300 bursary to support their participation.
We particularly encourage applications from young people from global majority backgrounds and communities underrepresented in the creative industries.
