Student Film competition

Developing the next generation of competitive creative and marketing talents

Student Film Competition in partnership with

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Competition Overview

The Student Film Competition, in partnership with Balance The Mix, aims to inspire and develop the next wave of young creative talent.

This challenging competition asks students to produce a 30-60 second commercial in response to the brief.

Deadline: 08 January 2025

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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 Essentials

To participate in the competition, please download the necessary essentials:

Competition Brief - Download here Film Waiver form - Download here Balance the Mix Logo & Brand Guidelines - Download here

The younger talent in this region is extraordinary. Dubai Lynx Student Competitions celebrates them and gives them the stage they deserve.

Nedda Akhonbay

Director of Marcomms

MDLBEAST

Saudi Arabia

The Dubai Lynx Student competitions are a fantastic opportunity for the next generation of advertisers to bridge the gap between their classroom and exciting industry of ours.

Sarah Forbes

Associate Creative Director

Impact BBDO

UAE

Creativity is evolving fast, and initiatives like the Dubai Lynx Student Competition are crucial to encourage young creatives to stay true to their talent, craft, and calling. Technology can accelerate ideas, but it can’t replace a passionate, questioning human mind.

Marcelo Zylberberg

Associate Creative Director

VML

UAE