Design & Digital Marketing School Cohort 3
About this opportunity
Training program for Lagos residents in design and digital marketing. Applications open for Cohort 3.
The Design and Digital Marketing School 2026 by DesignU (implemented by NerdzFactory Company) offers fully sponsored, four-week full-time training in Digital Marketing or Graphics Design for residents of Lagos State, aged 18 to 35. The programme begins on 12th October 2026 and is conducted in-person at NerdzFactory Company’s facility in Lagos. Participants will gain hands-on skills in tools like Meta Business Suite, Google Ads, Photoshop, and Canva, plus career support including portfolio development, LinkedIn optimization, and mock interviews. Graduates receive an internship placement with top tech and creative firms. The programme emphasizes soft skills like communication and teamwork, alongside technical training. Eligibility includes a Lagos State Resident Registration (LASRRA) ID, minimum SSCE qualification, and basic computer knowledge. The schedule runs Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM WAT over four weeks. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
What it offers
- Fully sponsored training in Digital Marketing or Graphics Design
- Two tracks: Social Media Strategy & Content Creation (Digital Marketing) or Branding, Layout, and Creative Design (Graphics Design)
- Tools covered: Meta Business Suite, Google Ads, WordPress, Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Figma
- Soft skills training: Communication, time management, teamwork
- Career support: CV review, LinkedIn branding, mock interviews, internship placements with top firms
- Capstone project: Real-world campaigns and portfolio-ready work
Who can apply
Applicants must be Lagos State residents aged 18 to 35, possess a valid LASRRA ID, have completed minimum SSCE, and have basic computer knowledge. The programme strongly encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.
How to apply
- Complete the application form provided by the organisers
- Submit required documents (not explicitly listed in the source)
- Follow up with the NerdzFactory team for next steps
Good to know
- Training is physical and full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM WAT
- Venue: NerdzFactory Company, 2b Insha Allah Street, Ramat Crescent, Ogudu GRA, Ojota, Lagos
- Programme duration: 4 weeks
- No explicit deadline provided for application submission (apply now).
Key details
NigeriaWhat you get
- Fully sponsored training
- Tools training (Meta Business Suite, Google Ads, Photoshop, etc.)
- Soft skills development (communication, teamwork)
- Career support (CV review, LinkedIn optimization, mock interviews)
- Internship placement with top tech/creative firms
- Capstone project and portfolio development
Documents needed
- LASRRA ID
- SSCE qualification proof
- Basic computer knowledge confirmation (not explicitly listed, inferred from eligibility)
How to apply
- Complete the application form provided by the organisers
- Submit required documents (LASRRA ID, SSCE proof, basic computer knowledge confirmation)
- Follow up with the NerdzFactory team for next steps
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