This brief is for students studying within the Graphic Design or Creative Advertising disciplines.
This brief is for students studying within the Digital Design or User Experience disciplines.
This brief is for students studying within the Photography and Illustration disciplines.
This brief is for students studying within the Film, Animation or Motion Design disciplines.
Briefing Materials & Resources
The presentation decks for both Curtin and TAFE, along with the RSE Starter Resource List, are available below. Please review these materials to guide your research and creative response.
NOTE: Different professionals presented at each session for the industry perspectives on how to tackle the brief. Review slides from both sessions for a range of industry perspectives.
Briefing Video
The briefing session at TAFE was thoughtfully recorded for any students at Curtin and TAFE who could not attend in person. The YouTube video is linked below.
Key dates for 2026
Briefs Early Release
An early release gives motivated students a head start – more time to research, iterate and refine before the submission deadline.
Curtin University – Industry Feedback Session
Design & Advertising/Visual Narrative (Motion)
10am Saturday 15 August
Curtin University
Building 418 Level 1, Kent St Bentley
North Metro TAFE – Industry Feedback Session
Digital Experience/Visual Narrative (Static)
6pm Wednesday 19 August
North Metro TAFE
Building 4 – Perth Letterpress Workshop 133 Newcastle St Perth
PADC Student Skulls Award Entry Deadline
The submission platform will close at 11:59 pm on Friday 11 September.
2026 PADC Skulls Awards Night
Perth Town Hall
601 Hay St, Perth
Contact
If you have a question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Student Skulls Committee Lead or the Subcommittee Education Reps.
Student Skulls Committee Lead
sandra.lopezguardado@thebrandagency.co
TAFE Tertiary Education Rep
Isabel.Kruger@nmtafe.wa.edu.au
CURTIN Tertiary Education Rep
FAQ
1 . Can I enter multiple briefs?
Yes, you can submit an entry to each separate brief. Student Members - Free. Non-members - $65 per entry.
2 . Can I enter multiple times for the same brief?
No, you can only submit ONE entry per brief
3 . I can’t find my member number
You can find your number in the PADC Members Directory.