Make your Mark - GH - London - 16-5-2014

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The Goldsmiths' Company,
Goldsmiths' Hall,
Foster Lane,
London EC2V 6BN

Make Your Mark

Friday 16th May 2014

Are you a tutor conducting a jewellery or silverware class, or a student studying one of these courses?

The Goldsmiths' Company, Assay Office and Centre will co-present an open-day of inspiring talks, activities and networking opportunities to help students make their mark on the future of the craft.

The aim for the day is to provide practical information, advice, contacts and inspiration to encourage and enable students to move forward in their chosen career with confidence. It is open to all students studying on precious metal related courses, whether at degree level or on a short adult education or private tutored course. Highlights of the day will include:

- Free registration package to all students attending
- Inspirational talks from key trade members including Theo Fennell and Miriam Hanid
- Careers Zone featuring recruitment agencies, social media experts and design protection services
- Trade Zone featuring key suppliers and trade organisations
- A spectacular exhibition of work from students and residents of the Goldsmiths’ Centre
- Tours of the Assay Office marking floor and our world renowned library

So if you are a student, talk to you tutor today about this free open-day. If you are a tutor, please contact us for more information.

Call: 020 7606 8971 or email: events@assayofficelondon.co.uk

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Follow-up information from The Goldsmiths' Company regarding the above event:

On 16 May, we hosted ‘Make your Mark’, a first-of-its-kind free open day for British Jewellers and Silvermiths of the Future
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This event, led by the Goldsmiths' Company Assay Office, was designed to heighten awareness of the great variety of services and activities the Goldsmiths' Company provides for upcoming jewellers and silversmiths. The day also brought together other key companies and associates known for their expertise and support.

The Goldsmiths’ Company, Assay Office and the Goldsmiths’ Centre co-presented a day of inspiring talks by leading professionals as well as:

- A careers zone featuring recruitment agencies, social media experts and design protection services

- Numerous trade exhibitors, including key suppliers and trade organisations

- A spectacular exhibition of work from students and residents of the Goldsmiths’ Centre

- A chance to try handmarking at our Assay Office stand

- A tour of the Goldsmiths’ Company’s renowned library

The event, attracting over 800 students and tutors from across the British Isles, set out to provide practical information, advice, contacts and inspiration to encourage and enable students to advance in their chosen career in the world of precious metals.

Highlights included talks by renowned London jeweller Theo Fennell, the acclaimed silversmith, Miriam Hanid and The Gemmological Association of Great Britain. Experts from the Goldsmiths’ Company, Assay Office and the Goldsmiths’ Centre offered insider advice on hallmarking, internships and grants, and training opportunities.

Dr Robert Organ, Deputy Warden, commented; "This first event of its kind greatly exceeded our expectations and we hope it gave everyone useful information and confidence in making future decisions."

We would like to thank everyone who exhibited and attended our 'Make your Mark' student event. We had a brilliant time and hope you found the day educational and enjoyable.

The Goldsmiths’ Company


Trev.