Phoenix Challenge Application
Phoenix Challenge is an organization focused on promoting students’ interests in the flexo packaging industry with an annual competition at the Flexographic Technical Association Forum. It is comprised of a year-long project where students create two
to three flexographically-printed products to help rebrand, promote a packaging solution for a client. Every year a new prompt is released by the Phoenix Challenge Foundation outlining the conceptual and technical specifications for the year’s competition. Through a collaborative process, the student team researches, designs, and prints cohesive packaging products, utilizing a full range of GrC creative and technical skill sets.
Please complete the form below. You will need to upload a resume and select a preference for which team role you would prefer.
Due to the fact that Phoenix Challenge is a yearlong process, a high commitment is required.
Concept Role: Design the structure of the new packaging. Create dielines for both folding/3D products and flat labels. Determine packaging materials and substrates. Work in packaging development software and learn to use the Zund cutting machine.
Research Role: Evaluate areas for improvement on current packaging design. Research about industry trends and consumer preferences related to packaging. Collect and analyze data related on local, market, and demographic trends to further improve company’s brand.
Design Role: Work with the client and PC team to enhance current brand. Develop & propose new designs and develop a new design system. Competitive and segment research. Design for special constraints/packaging.
Execution Role: Focus on printing and finishing technical execution. Prepares files, makes plates, and operates the Mark Andy flexo press.
Team Shadow Role: Participates and learns all elements and roles of the project with anticipation and preparation of being team lead the following school year. Shadows and assists the current team lead, as well as the concept, research, design, and execution leads.
Please email Sydney and Zoe with any questions!
sydoyle@calpoly.edu & zli59@calpoly.edu
Application deadline: Sunday, May 12 at 11:59pm
Expected Graduation Date
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Upload link to your portfolio
(Required for Design role applicants)
Packaging Courses You Have Completed (if any)
Packaging Courses You Have Completed (if any)
List any ITP classes completed
Which position are you applying for?
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If not chosen for the position you chose above, would you be willing to work another position?
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For the following 4 questions, please answer each in 2-5 sentences.
Please describe why you chose the position and how you expect to contribute to it. Please emphasize what skills/qualities you will bring.
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Describe a scenario of a team you were on or competition you competed in, and how you contributed to the outcome.
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What interests you the most about packaging?
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What has been your favorite GrC class and why?
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I will be able to commit to a year-long project.
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(The Team Shadow role must be able to commit to 2 school years).
