DEAR STUDENTS,
What crazy and exciting times we live in.
With the dramatic evolution of tools and technology, it’s becoming incomparably easy for anyone to makea sexy portfolio site, a quick visual or video to showcase your idea,3D printing that broken handle, or making an app just for your friends.
And the best part is that this has nothing to do with your academic background, your major, your test scores or what sports you play.
Prototyping School is a place for you to
equip yourself with all sorts of knowledge and
technique in bringing your idea to life.
We want you to go out there, and start making an actual difference to all those problems out there, big or small.
What the world needs now are do-ers, not talkers.
"MAKE" A DIFFERENCE.
At Prototyping School, we will spend 12 weeks making all sorts of tangible prototypes that can solve problems within your 10m radius. Functional apps, IoT devices, 3D prints, videos. As a result, you will have a different perspective of the world, along with a portfolio that proves your unmatched proactiveness as a do-er, and make you stand out in your job hunting, career and beyond.
Free access to the maker space and materials
We are still looking for a warehouse, so in the meantime we will be using our studio in Omotesando.
We are not teachers. We are designers that work on projects on a daily basis.
2-3 IDEO designers will constantly support your prototyping by your side.
Everyone is equal when it comes to making something.
It doesn't matter how old you are or what your major is. Just make.
DATES
Tue 18th April - Tue 4th July (12 weeks)
CLASS TIME
Every Tuesday 17:00-19:00
VENUE
IDEO Tokyo studio (1 min walk from Omotesando station,
MAP)
※ We're still looking for a perfect warehouse, so in the meantime our classes will take place at our studio in Omotesando.
LANGUAGE
Japanese
※ We will most likely host one in English in the near future.
FeE
30,000 JPY (Tax included)
WHAT TO BRING
In this program we will be using diverse tools and applications to accelerate the prototyping process, so we will need to ask you to bring a laptop and a smartphone that you can freely install software on
REQUIREMENTS
A student at a university or graduate school
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit the application form from the button below by 23:59 March 5th. Should there be a large number of applicants, students will be selected and will be informed via email by noon of March 10th.
ABOUT HIRING SUPPORT
When we launched this website we initially imagined Prototyping School as a hiring platform, but after months of research and consideration we decided that doing so would go against our philosophy of empowering youth. While we will still be inviting HR and Talent people to the Demo Day, we will not be involved in supporting the hiring of PS graduates.
PROGRAM TIMELINE
WEEK 1
We'll break some ice.
WEEK 2
Prototyping
Functional Apps
We'll use tools like no-code app development tools to create a functional app you can distribute.
WEEK 3
Prototyping
Visual Identity
We will learn how to convert an idea in your head to words, shapes, colours and photos.
WEEK 4
Prototyping
Deployable Websites
We will quickly create a no-code website that can be publicly accessed.
WEEK 5
We will individually practice the skills so far with a mini design challenge.
WEEK 6
Prototyping
Physical Mock Ups
We will learn various techniques of prototyping with foam core and create presentable mock ups.
WEEK 7
Prototyping
with 3D Printers
We will share how and when 3D printing can leverage the prototyping process through hands-on exercises
WEEK 8
We will use iPhone's default app "Shortcuts" to create a smart home experience.
WEEK 9
We will individually practice the skills so far with a mini design challenge.
WEEK 10
We will combine everything we've learned to make a prototype for the final design challenge.
WEEK 11
We will combine everything we've learned to make a prototype for the final design challenge.
WEEK 12
We will host an exhibit and invite corporate HR and Talent people.
* This schedule may change in the actualy program.
FAQ
Do I have to attend all 12 days?
Yes, all participants are expected to attend all 12 days on-site. However, we are flexible so please reach out to us if you have any concerns.
Does Prototyping School require design or engineering experience?
No, quite the contrary. Prototyping School is a place to empower non-design / non-engineering students through the ability to make.
How much time commitment is required outside of class hours?
What our 2 hours per week can provide is the introduction to tools and techniques, and a hands on session to put it to use. To truly embed the prototyping mindset to your daily life, you will have to be prepared to use the remainder of the week to continue to use and practice those tools and techniques.
Can I take the classes online?
We plan to offer online classes once we start to get the hang of it, but until then we will not be offering online participation options.
How does the payment work?
After we receive your applications, we will send out a Peatix event page to those that passed the selection process. Once you have completed the payment, your participation to Prototyping School will be officially confirmed. Please see
Peatix's website for the type of payments they accept.
