The V&A is recruiting a cohort of young creatives to take part in PORTALS, a free immersive storytelling and 3D Design course from February to April 2026. Applications close on 18 January 2026.
Ready to push the boundaries of design? PORTALS is your chance to reshape museum spaces into imaginative digital worlds. Over 14 sessions, at the V&A and online, you'll explore galleries, create 3D objects, and craft interactive environments that tell powerful stories. You'll gain hands-on 3D design skills, learn from industry experts, and leave with portfolio-ready work. The course will conclude with a public showcase at the V&A, where your ideas take centre stage.
If you're 18-26 and passionate about digital design, gaming, or immersive storytelling, this is your opportunity to experiment, connect, and make something extraordinary.
The course includes:
- A design challenge to explore 3D scanning, digital object building and interactive design for virtual environments, video or social media.
- Technical instruction in 3D digital design
- Editing and curating your digital objects on virtual platforms
- Experimentation with AI tools for concept development
- Branding and portfolio guidance
- Showcase of your work at a V&A Festival
- Talks and mentoring from industry experts
Who is this for?
This free opportunity is for young people interested in developing 3D digital design elements in their creative practice. 15 young people will be selected to explore interactive design and worldbuilding through the creation of digital spaces for storytelling, performance, theatre or video game. There are no degree requirements for applying.
How to Apply
Timeline
- Apply by: 18 January 2026, midnight GMT
- Participant selection: 28, 29, 30 January 2026 (20 minutes online interview)
- Participant confirmed by 2 February 2026
- Course dates: 14 sessions between 19 February and 16 April 2026
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