Portable Presents Kirby Ferguson: Everything Is A Remix

Portable is proud to present a series of exclusive talks with US creative and cultural leader Kirby Ferguson.

Portable is proud to present a series of exclusive talks with US creative and cultural leader Kirby Ferguson.

July 20th, 2012

Fresh from presenting his groundbreaking work Everything Is A Remix at the internationally acclaimed TEDGlobal 2012 in Edinburgh, Kirby is heading to Australia to discuss his unique take on contemporary culture and online publishing.

In this series of intimate and open-conversation events, Kirby will share his understanding of remix culture, storytelling, producing and releasing content online. This is a must-see event for anyone actively working within the creative or technological industries. It is suited to creative and technical professionals including writers, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, technologists and those involved in online and offline publishing. This will be Kirby’s first time to Australia.

The event will consist of a keynote presentation and Q&A, followed by networking drinks. Events will take place in Brisbane on Thursday 4 October at The Edge and in Sydney on Friday 5 October.

Tickets are strictly limited so book now to avoid disappointment.

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Melbourne residents do not miss out either, keep October 2, free in your calender and check back with Portable for updates.

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