A place for emerging talent
Where everyone in the making comes together.
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Why is Cannes Lions right for me?
- Global inspiration from the best in the business through Talks and Awards Shows
- Build a network, with potential for career advancement and growth opportunities
- Understand the value of creativity and discover the latest trends and technologies
- Meet early-career peers from across the world – learning and growing with a group of like-minded people embarking on their creative journeys
University or company budget holder?
Help your students or new employees jumpstart their journey with a Cannes Lions pass – and see how early career investment leads to creative success down the line. Check out the opportunities below, and start the conversation with your team now to take advantage of our early-bird offers on Academy places, ending 28 March.
Festival passes for emerging talent
Student Pass
The Student Pass is the ultimate experience for anyone looking to build a career in the creative industry. Expect to learn from leading speakers, explore the international creative benchmark and get a deeper understanding of your future within the creative community.
Young Lion Pass
The Young Lion Pass is built for under 30s to access the Festival with ease. Jump start your creative journey and future-proof your career, with the opportunity to meet industry icons, hear fresh perspectives and grow a network in the creative ecosystem.
Lions Academies for emerging talent
Creative Academy
The Creative Academy, in partnership with Canva, produces the next 30 under 30 annually, fast tracking the careers and ambitions of the next generation of the creative industry. Inspired by hands-on teaching delivered by role model-level industry leaders, you’ll leave with actionable ideas and an enviable network, ready to accelerate your career.
Brand Marketers Academy
The Brand Marketers Academy is for daring brand disruptors who want to unlock the power of creativity for themselves and their brands. As one of 30 under 30s, you’ll receive insight and inspiration from industry-leading marketers – ready to drive measurable growth through creativity across your career.
Roger Hatchuel Student Academy
The Roger Hatchuel Student Academy helps you gain a deeper understanding of the industry, connect with the world's biggest brands and best creative minds, and launch your career. As one of 30 students aged 18-25, you'll get to explore the various avenues and creative spaces you could pursue after graduation – leaving you ready to make history in the marketing world.