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Dubai Lynx is a place for those to explore what it means to be creative today, as well as to debate what it might mean tomorrow and our Awards bring MENA’s creative communications industry together to learn, network and celebrate the power of creativity.
I’d rate the Dubai Lynx as the best creative event in the MENA region. There’s the right blend of local and international, of creativity and insights to get everyone in the industry (or wanting to enter the industry) thinking about how they can create better campaigns.
Alex Maalouf
Board Member, P&G Alumni Foundation and Co-Chair
Gulf Chapter, APACD
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21.03.24
Dubai Lynx launches its annual Creativity Report
The Report shines a light on the best creative work, and includes the expanded rankings for this year’s top performing networks, agencies and companies from the region.
06.03.24
Dubai Lynx announces 2024 Winners
This year's winners have been announced, including the Special Awards and Young Lynx Competition winners
05.03.24
Dubai Lynx announces its 2024 Shortlists
From 1676 entries, 361 pieces of work have been shortlisted.
21.02.24
Dubai Lynx announces 2024 Advertiser of the Year
The Annahar Media Group is awarded the 2024 Advertiser of the Year Award.
01.02.24
2024 initiatives for next generation
Dubai Lynx partners with Publicis Groupe ME for a second year to host the Young Lynx Academy.
25.01.24
2024 Jury line-up announced
67 industry experts from across 33 markets have been confirmed for the 2024 Jury line-up.
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Dubai Lynx is the only platform in and around the MENA region of this calibre, so it would be a miss if you're not part of it!
Vidya Manmohan
Founder/Chief Creative Officer
V4GOOD
Hands down, what makes Dubai Lynx unique is its relevance to the region. There are many similar industry events out there. But none has its finger on the pulse of culture as much as Dubai Lynx.
Maian Alken
Creative Director
Leo Burnett MEA (Middle East & Africa)
I'm here to seek fresh influences from unexpected sources and to collaborate with fellow creative minds.
Josy Paul
Chairman and Chief Creative Officer
BBDO India
Dubai Lynx is the best platform to connect with the advertising industry in MENA.
Fadi Khater
Founder / Managing Partner
Netizency
The Dubai Lynx awards are essential for brands seeking to stay at the forefront of creativity, gain inspiration, and benefit from the expertise of industry leaders.
Khaled AlShehhi
Executive Director of Marketing and Communication Sector
UAE Government Media Office
Winning the Student competition award was truly gratifying, bolstering my confidence and reinforcing my passion for marketing.
Wadima Aldhaheri
Integrated Competition 2023 Winner & Student
Zayed University
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Competition Essentials
To participate in the competition, please download the necessary essentials:
Student Competition Eligibility
Our student programmes are for full-time university students meeting the following eligibility criteria:
- Ages 18 - 25 and enrolled full-time in university
- Based in the MENA region
- Students in creative, marketing, advertising and communication fields.
The countries eligible to enter include: Afghanistan, Algeria, Bahrain, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, Ghana, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Kenya, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Nigeria, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Tunisia, UAE, West Bank & Gaza, Western Sahara, Yemen.
Competition Overview
Dubai Lynx, in partnership with AdNet Zero, The Student Integrated Competition, in partnership with AdNet Zero, aims to inspire and develop the next wave of young creative talent.
This challenging competition asks students to create a unique integrated campaign using three forms of media. Each element should support one another in creating a strong campaign in response to the brief.
Competition now closed.
Student Integrated competition
This challenging competition asks students to craft and submit an attention-grabbing campaign using three forms of media in response to the brief set by a charity or NGO.
Competition Overview
The third edition of the Dubai Media City Creative Student Hackathon was held on 22 and 23 January at Dubai Knowledge Park’s Conference Centre. The 20 university students were selected to work together in groups – to deliver a real-world business strategy to activate The Good Store, TECOM Group’s award-winning initiative. They then presented their work to a panel of senior leaders from agencies in the region. We’re excited to announce the Creative Student Hackathon 2025 winners:
- Ashwati Raturi, SAE University Dubai
- Ariya Parkar, Murdoch University Dubai
- Aastha Kurup, Murdoch University Dubai
- Nami Arujo, Middlesex University Dubai
- Rahaf Obeidat, Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Creative Student Hack
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The student hack in partnership with Dubai Media City allows students to participate in a realtime 24-hour competition. Taking place on 22 and 23 January, 2025 the competition allows them to earn industry-wide recognition.
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Marie-Claire Maalouf (Jury President)
Marie-Claire Maalouf (Jury President)
CCO EMEA
Edelman
Noor Hani Wafa
Noor Hani Wafa
Associate Creative Director
VML KSA
Dennis Silveira
Dennis Silveira
Associate Creative Director
Impact BBDO
Rita Harbie
Rita Harbie
Senior Creative Director
Saatchi & Saatchi Dubai.
Khaled AlShehhi
Khaled AlShehhi
Executive Director Marketing Communications
UAE Government Media Office
Jad Chidiac
Jad Chidiac
Senior Art Director
TBWA RAAD Lebanon
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