ADC*UA Awards 2025: a gateway to the prestigious European contest
February 18, 2025
We continue our deep dive into the Ukrainian Creative Awards (UCA), showcasing the significance of each festival. Next, we will explore all the details of ADC*UA Awards.
Previously, we highlighted the key aspects of the Kyiv International Advertising Festival. Now, it’s time to focus on ADC*UA Awards, organized by the All-Ukrainian Advertising Coalition in collaboration with the Art Directors Club of Ukraine (ADC*UA).
While ADC*UA Awards 2025 is a national contest, in essence, it serves as a qualifying stage for Ukrainian projects to enter the prestigious ADCE Awards in Europe.
If you aim to showcase your work internationally, participating in ADC*UA Awards 2025 could be the perfect first step.
Only the winners and finalists of ADC*UA Awards can apply for ADCE Awards. Moreover, gold winners gain free access to the European contest, while silver, bronze winners, and finalists receive special participation conditions.
Held in Barcelona, the ADCE Awards brings together Europe’s top advertising professionals. Furthermore, gold-winning projects are archived in ADCE The Annual of Annuals, featuring the best creative works in Europe.
The ADC*UA Awards program includes seven main contests:
● FILM & AUDIO
● PRINT & OUTDOOR
● INTERACTIVE & MOBILE
● DESIGN
● BRAND EXPERIENCE
● INTEGRATED & INNOVATION
● YOUNG & STUDENT
In the first six contests, finalists (shortlist) and winners (gold, silver, bronze) will be determined.
A separate contest is dedicated to young professionals and students – YOUNG & STUDENT, which includes the following categories:
- Student of the Year – exclusively for full-time students enrolled in universities, colleges and art schools.
- Best Young Creative – for young creatives and professionals under the age of 28 (students are not eligible).
Only Ukrainian participants can submit their works to ADC*UA Awards, while the jury consists of members of the Art Directors Club of Ukraine (ADC*UA) – leading professionals in Ukraine’s advertising and communications industry, including creative directors, art directors and talented designers.
Additionally, for the second year in a row, international experts from top European agencies and members of other European ADC clubs will also join the jury, ensuring a high level of expertise and evaluation.
Whether you are an industry leader, a young talent or a student, you have a unique opportunity to step onto the European stage of creativity and excellence. Don't miss your chance to showcase your talent and gain recognition both in Ukraine and across Europe!
Early Birds Deadline – March 1
Submissions are open at creative-stories.com.ua
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