Savannah, GA
SCAD Gulfstream
6th to 7th
February 2026
The center between student and professional talent.
SCAD INSIDER is a 2-day career and networking event hosted by the SCAD IDSA student chapter. This event aims to connect our Industrial Design students with Industry professionals. Join us for an industry mixer, workshops, and portfolio reviews
EVENT SCHEDULE
9AM-10AM
10AM-11AM
11AM-11:30AM
11:30AM-12:45PM
1PM-4PM
4PM-6PM
6PM-8PM
DAY 1, FEBRUARY 6
Teardown Workshop
Brunch
Student Merit Award Final Presentations
Portfolio Review
Time Slots
Break
Student and Industry Mixer
Manufacturing Processes Workshop
With Corey Vaughn of Kickr Design
SCAD Student Merit Award Winner
Student Showcase
Appetizers and Food Provided
The Shed Second Floor Rooms
With Alex Muspratt Williams of AlexanderCreates
9AM-10:30AM
10:30AM-11:30AM
11:30AM-12PM
12PM-1PM
1PM-5PM
DAY 2, FEBRUARY 7
5PM-6PM
6PM-8PM
Brand and Watch Design Workshop
Lunch
Portfolio Review
Time Slots
Break
Closing Dinner with Industry Guests
Technical Design Workshop
Career in Industrial Design Panel
With Movado Team
Location TBD
The Shed Second Floor Rooms
With Charlotte Tinguely of Warby Parker
With Industry Guests and Alumni
EVENT SCHEDULE
EVENT SCHEDULE
9AM-10AM
9AM-10AM
10AM-11AM
10AM-11AM
11AM-11:30AM
11AM-11:30AM
11:30AM-12:45PM
11:30AM-12:45PM
1PM-4PM
1PM-4PM
4PM-6PM
4PM-6PM
6PM-8PM
6PM-8PM
DAY 1, FEBRUARY 6
DAY 1, FEBRUARY 6
Teardown Workshop
Teardown Workshop
Brunch
Brunch
Student Merit Award Final Presentations
Student Merit Award Final Presentations
Portfolio Review
Time Slots
Portfolio Review
Time Slots
Break
Break
Student and Industry Mixer
Student and Industry Mixer
Manufacturing Processes Workshop
Manufacturing Processes Workshop
With Corey Vaughn of Kickr Design
With Corey Vaughn of Kickr Design
SCAD Student Merit Award Winner
Student Showcase
Appetizers and Food Provided
SCAD Student Merit Award Winner
Student Showcase
Appetizers and Food Provided
The Shed Second Floor Rooms
The Shed Second Floor Rooms
With Alex Muspratt Williams of AlexanderCreates
With Alex Muspratt Williams of AlexanderCreates
9AM-10:30AM
9AM-10:30AM
10:30AM-11:30AM
10:30AM-11:30AM
11:30AM-12PM
11:30AM-12PM
12PM-1PM
12PM-1PM
1PM-5PM
1PM-5PM
DAY 2, FEBRUARY 7
DAY 2, FEBRUARY 7
5PM-6PM
5PM-6PM
6PM-8PM
6PM-8PM
Brand and Watch Design Workshop
Brand and Watch Design Workshop
Lunch
Lunch
Portfolio Review
Time Slots
Portfolio Review
Time Slots
Break
Break
Closing Dinner with Industry Guests
Closing Dinner with Industry Guests
Technical Design Workshop
Technical Design Workshop
Career in Industrial Design Panel
Career in Industrial Design Panel
With Movado Team
With Movado Team
Location TBD
Location TBD
The Shed Second Floor Rooms
The Shed Second Floor Rooms
With Charlotte Tinguely of Warby Parker
With Charlotte Tinguely of Warby Parker
With Industry Guests and Alumni
With Industry Guests and Alumni
Leading the way in Industrial Design Education
Learn about some of INSIDER’s statistics from last year’s conference.
25
Industry Guests
150+
Student Attendees
5
Excusive Workshops
Meet The Team
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is organizing the event?
INSIDER is a fully student-led event organized by the IDSA SCAD Student Chapter. We want to create professional networking opportunities for students. INSIDER is a fully student-led event organized by the IDSA SCAD Student Chapter. We want to create professional networking opportunities for students. Take a look at what we have been up to!
How was INSIDER started?
The first INSIDER was hosted in 2025 and proved to be highly valuable for both students and professionals. The event was designed to connect the SCAD ID community with industry professionals.
Who will I meet at INSIDER?
We have 250+ undergrads, and 90+ grads excited to meet you! You can also connect with our ID faculty as well as other professionals in the field.
Can I host a workshop?
Yes! We welcome professionals who would like to host a workshop or give a talk. Sign up here.
Is INSIDER free to attend?
Yes! There are no registration fees for companies and professionals. If you're interested in supporting the event further, sponsorship opportunities are available.
Is company attendance sponsored?
No, companies are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
Who is organizing the event?
INSIDER is a fully student-led event organized by the IDSA SCAD Student Chapter. We want to create professional networking opportunities for students. INSIDER is a fully student-led event organized by the IDSA SCAD Student Chapter. We want to create professional networking opportunities for students. Take a look at what we have been up to!
How was INSIDER started?
The first INSIDER was hosted in 2025 and proved to be highly valuable for both students and professionals. The event was designed to connect the SCAD ID community with industry professionals.
Who will I meet at INSIDER?
We have 250+ undergrads, and 90+ grads excited to meet you! You can also connect with our ID faculty as well as other professionals in the field.
Can I host a workshop?
Yes! We welcome professionals who would like to host a workshop or give a talk. Sign up here.
Is INSIDER free to attend?
Yes! There are no registration fees for companies and professionals. If you're interested in supporting the event further, sponsorship opportunities are available.
Is company attendance sponsored?
No, companies are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
Who is organizing the event?
INSIDER is a fully student-led event organized by the IDSA SCAD Student Chapter. We want to create professional networking opportunities for students. INSIDER is a fully student-led event organized by the IDSA SCAD Student Chapter. We want to create professional networking opportunities for students. Take a look at what we have been up to!
How was INSIDER started?
The first INSIDER was hosted in 2025 and proved to be highly valuable for both students and professionals. The event was designed to connect the SCAD ID community with industry professionals.
Who will I meet at INSIDER?
We have 250+ undergrads, and 90+ grads excited to meet you! You can also connect with our ID faculty as well as other professionals in the field.
Can I host a workshop?
Yes! We welcome professionals who would like to host a workshop or give a talk. Sign up here.
Is INSIDER free to attend?
Yes! There are no registration fees for companies and professionals. If you're interested in supporting the event further, sponsorship opportunities are available.
Is company attendance sponsored?
No, companies are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
How can I learn more about upcoming INSIDER details?
INSIDER is run by SCAD IDSA, which advertises all upcoming information about the event on this website and our personal instagram @scadidsa
