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Workshop/ Designing Toy Time: Where Creativity Comes to Play! Past Event

Date

Mon 03 Jun 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Venue

RMIT University, Building 45
33 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC, Australia

Access

Accessible bathroom, All gender bathroom, Assistance animals welcome, Seating available, Wheelchair accessible

Moose Toys is a design trailblazer in the global toy industry, with four decades of expertise dedicated to igniting children’s joy and imagination.

In a unique opportunity, Moose Toys and RMIT School of Design invite artists and designers to experience an expert workshop dedicated to the ever-evolving landscape of toy design.

Participants will learn about the Moose Toys creative process from industry leading thinkers and innovators followed by the opportunity to brainstorm WOW ideas. Participants will then get the opportunity to engage with design professionals from both Moose Toys and RMIT University in the creation of their own toy concepts through sketching and hands-on creation. Attendees will walk away feeling inspired with a deeper appreciation for ideation, play patterns and the creative process of toy design.

Join members of the Moose Toys leadership team including Director and CEO, Paul Solomon; Senior Designer, John-Henry Harris and Innovation Director, Nick Heine, along with design experts from RMIT Industrial Design and Games Design on a memorable journey into the realm of creativity and play!

 

The workshop activities will take place at RMIT University, Building 45 in an indoor studio space. Attendees must comply with Occupational Health and Safety Guidelines to participate, including the wearing of closed toe shoes. This event is restricted to those aged over 18 and spots are strictly limited, so be quick to secure your spot.

Participants

Moose Toys

Founded in 1985, Moose Toys is renowned for beloved toy designs from games and action figures to collectibles and youth electronics. Based in Melbourne, Moose Toys extends its influence globally, with offices spanning the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, China, and Hong Kong. Bolstered by a dynamic team of over 500 individuals their relentless innovation resonates worldwide, enriching the joy of play.

RMIT School of Design

RMIT School of Design launched in 2018 and encompasses the fields of animation, games and interactive design, communication design and industrial design.

RMIT is ranked #18 in the world for Art and Design (2024 QS Rankings by Discipline).