The students' creations are based on original designs. Samuel Scarlett, an Interior Design & Architecture student, designed a colossal zombie with articulated arms, while Illustration & Graphic Design student Sofia Rodbard designed a large Zombie Cake adorned with eyeballs, bones, and severed limbs. Classmates assisted in the ambitious construction of these pieces.
These designs were selected from a competitive project against their peers by members of the Events Team at Southend City Council. This marks the third year that USP College students have contributed to the parade, an event that draws approximately 20,000 visitors annually.
“"Working with local employers such as Southend City Council on live briefs gives our students invaluable, real-world experience, allowing them to apply their creative skills to exciting projects beyond the classroom. These opportunities help students build confidence, develop their professional practice, and understand what it takes to work in the creative industries. Our teaching staff are practising industry professionals themselves, bringing their expertise, experience, and passion into the classroom to deliver inspirational learning that further enhances these opportunities and prepares our students for their future careers."
The floats will be part of the parade along the seafront starting at 6pm on 31st October. Those interested in USP College's Creative Industries courses can attend an Open Evening on 18 November.
