Kittl events: Introducing new events, trainings, and more at Kittl

The Kittl community is growing, and we’ve heard you loud and clear: you want more events, more opportunities to learn, and more ways to connect with other creatives. That’s why we’re excited to officially launch our Community Calendar—your go-to hub for upcoming Kittl events!

We’re introducing brand new events made just for you—built to inspire and support you. With these events, you can expect to sharpen your design skills, get expert feedback on your portfolio, or even join a dedicated space to virtually work alongside fellow creatives.

Learn about the type of events you can expect to see on the calendar below!

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What’s new? Upcoming Kittl events you can’t miss

1. Kittl onboarding sessions (bi-weekly virtual event)

New to Kittl? Join our free, 30-minute onboarding sessions every two weeks to get a full walkthrough of our editor, essential tools, and AI features.

• Learn how to navigate Kittl like a pro
• Ask questions and get answers live
• Receive the session recording + Q&A recap in your inbox

2. Portfolio review sessions

Need a fresh perspective on your portfolio? We’re beginning a new portfolio review event series. You can expect expert advice from industry experts who know what clients, hiring managers, and creative directors look for.

Here’s what you can expect to take away from these events:

• Insights from a seasoned designer.
• Tips to elevate your personal brand and portfolio curation.
• Feedback that’s honest and actionable.

Juan Felipe Cadavid, a Berlin-based mentor and award-winning designer with 10+ year of experience in the design industry joined us for our first portfolio review of 2025, giving real, honest, and live feedback to designers who submitted their portfolios.

Juan Felipe joined us for an episode of our YouTube series, Bold and Branded, where he shared important tips to help designers and creatives like you enhance your portfolio. A few topics in discussion include: how many pieces you would want to showcase, how to stand out with a bit of edge from the competition, and how to weave your personality into your portfolio.

Follow the Bold and Branded podcast on Spotify and YouTube and join podcast host Drew as he sits down with experts in design, marketing, social media, POD, and more, getting the inside scoop into tips, tricks, and stories about how to become a more successful creative. Be sure to follow if you're looking for career advice, ways to level up your skills, and insider content on trending design topics.

3. Live Q&As with industry experts

Have you ever felt lost in your career, sought mentorship or inspiration but didn’t know where to look? We host live Q&As catered to designers to get expert advice from professionals with years of experience under their belt.  

These events are exclusively live events and will not be recorded. So make sure you’re subscribed to our calendar to stay in the know and don’t miss an event!

We kicked off the first 2025 Q&A event with Ben Burns & Stephanie Owens, founders of Maker Division and former members of The Futur. In this exclusive live Q&A, they shared how creatives can build more sustainable, fulfilling careers.

Here’s what you can expect to gain from live Q&A events:

• Actionable steps to take your skills and career to the next level.
• Real-world advice from industry leaders.
• Exclusive insights that you’d otherwise miss out on—this event will NOT be recorded!

4. Virtual design focus hours

Struggling to stay motivated? Join our virtual design focus hour, an accountability-driven coworking session. Think of it as a virtual study room where you can work alongside other designers in a distraction-free environment.

Here’s what you can expect from these events:

• Dedicated time for portfolio updates, social content creation, or client work.
• Accountability with a community of fellow creatives.
• Enjoy a focused, creative space with other designers and productivity-enhancing music playlists.

5. Design challenges

We’re excited to announce we’re bringing back design challenges to help you build your portfolio and push your creativity further!

Have a topic or skill you’d love to explore? Let us know in our Discord community!

Join the Kittl community

We’re building this community for you, and we can’t wait to see you at our next event. Check out the Community Calendar now!

Beyond events, make sure you’re following us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for the latest updates, design inspiration, and community spotlights.

Join our Discord to connect with fellow designers and get real-time updates on upcoming events and challenges.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss out on helpful tutorials, design trends, and interviews with experts in the creative industries.

Follow the Bold and Branded podcast on Spotify and YouTube.