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PLC Detroit x New Balance: ALL.IN Certificate Program
ALL.IN is a 5-week hybrid certificate program designed to develop the next generation of creative professionals in the footwear and apparel industry.
This program offers hands-on experience through real-world team projects and mentorship from industry leaders at New Balance.
Program Goals
PLC Detroit Goals:
- Innovate the student application and submission experience
- Prepare students with real-world design and career navigation skills
- Diversify and expand the creative applicant pool
- Increase awareness of PLC Detroit and its programs across the U.S.
New Balance Goals:
- Cultivate emerging talent
- Promote diversity and inclusion in the design industry
- Embed sustainability and innovation in all program touchpoints
Program Details
Program Name: PLC Detroit x New Balance: ALL.IN
Pathway: Open to all U.S. residents age 18 and older
Format: 5-Week Hybrid Certificate Program
- Week 1 (Virtual):
- Apparel Design: CLO3D Software
- Footwear Design: Gravity Sketch
- Color & Material Design: Consumer & Trend Research
- Weeks 2–5 (In-Person in Detroit):
- Studio-based design work and mentorship
Class Size: 16 Students Total
- 4 Apparel Designers
- 4 Color & Material Designers
- 8 Footwear Designers
Geographic Reach: United States Only
Eligibility:
- Must be a U.S. resident
- 18 years or older
