KGK Genix invests in young generation with new hire

KGK Genix has announced that Wiktoria Markiewicz has joined the team as its new junior project manager, following the completion of a student initiative.

The print and design agency developed the student initiative in partnership with Hertford Regional College (HRC), in order to encourage young people into the print and signage industries, with many winners of the scheme being offered permanent roles at the company.

Markiewicz earned her placement in the initiative after emerging as the winner of KGK Genix’s annually run Student Retail Design & Careers competition, in which she developed a concept based on a brief from client, Dune London.

Over five weeks Markiewicz then undertook a work placement at KGK Genix, gaining experience across design development, production, and project delivery. Following completion of the placement, KGK Genix confirmed that she has now stepped into a full-time role within the company.

Previous winners including Lorna Storey, Tamsin Shattock, and Lucy Chamberlain also received permanent roles at KGK Genix following their placements.

Markiewicz says: “I am thrilled to be joining KGK Genix and am thankful for the opportunity provided through the HRC initiative and work placement.

“The experience over those five weeks gave me insight into the full project lifecycle and confirmed that this industry is where I want to build my career. I look forward to contributing to KGK Genix’s continued success and developing my skills further.”

Matt Walsh, operations director at KGK Genix, adds: “At KGK Genix we believe passionately in creating meaningful pathways into our industry for the next generation.

“Wiktoria’s journey from HRC student to full-time junior project manager is exactly what this initiative is designed to deliver. We are excited to see her talent flourish as part of our team.”