The First Drill
A beginner’s guide to the creativity of signs and print.
Course details
Beginner friendly
$750
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Full-day workshop
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The First Drill is a one-day immersive training workshop crafted for newcomers to the sign and print industry.
Whether you’re in sales, estimating, project management, design or production, this educational workshop gives you the essential foundations required to succeed in signs and print.
What you will be learning in this course
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Who is this course for?
The First Drill is designed for newcomers to the sign and print industry, whether you’re working in sales, estimating, project management, design or production.
New starters
Designers
Sales teams
Print businesses
Project teams
Growing teams
If you’re new to signage, this course gives you the foundations you need to feel more confident in the industry. It’s a practical starting point for sign and print teams across Australia and New Zealand who want to reduce mistakes and build knowledge from day one.
Why book this course?
The First Drill helps people feel less overwhelmed by signage. It gives attendees a practical understanding of materials, terminology, products, processes and the details that affect cost, lead time and quality.
This course can help your team:
Understand signage terminology more clearly
Communicate better with clients, suppliers and installers
Support quoting, design and production more effectively
Reduce avoidable mistakes caused by knowledge gaps
Build confidence across the sign and print industry
Start with the right foundations before moving into more advanced training
Private Bootcamps
Private Bootcamps for Your Team If you’d prefer training tailored specifically to your business, you can book Make It Happen for private, team only bootcamps. These sessions are customised to your workflows, capability level and goals, perfect for onboarding new staff, upskilling your team or strengthening your signage processes from quote to delivery.
To enquire or book a private bootcamp, just get in touch.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The First Drill suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The First Drill is designed for complete beginners and new starters in the sign and print industry across Australia and New Zealand.
Do I need any previous signage experience?
No. You do not need any previous signage experience. This course is built to help attendees understand signage fundamentals from the ground up.
What does The First Drill cover?
The course covers signage basics, terminology, substrates, materials, products, fabrication, site surveys, production flow and what affects cost, lead time and quality.
Can The First Drill be delivered in-house?
Yes. The First Drill can be delivered as a public workshop or in-house training for sign and print teams across Australia and New Zealand.
How much does the course cost?
Please check the course page to view upcoming dates and course prices.
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