Cannes Lions Scholarship 2027: 10 Fully Funded International Creative Industry Opportunities

Overview

The Cannes Lions Scholarship 2027 provides ten fully funded international opportunities for emerging professionals seeking to advance their careers in the global creative, advertising, marketing, and communications industries. Offered by LIONS for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, the programme aims to identify, support, and empower outstanding individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. The initiative promotes diversity across geographical locations, gender, race, class, personal preferences, and perspectives. Selected scholars travel to Cannes, France, to take part in the Cannes Lions 2027 programme, joining either the Creative Academy or the Brand Marketer Academy.

Who can apply

The scholarship is open to talented professionals under the age of 30 from ten different countries. Applicants must be at least 18 years old when applying, must have been born on or after 26 June 1997, and must provide proof of age. Candidates are required to have a minimum of two years of professional work experience in a relevant role and must be able to participate in an English-language learning environment. The Creative Academy is suited for art directors, copywriters, graphic and UX designers, film and creative directors, journalists, public relations professionals, creative technologists, and engineers in creative industries. The Brand Marketer Academy is designed for brand managers, marketing managers, digital marketers, marketing directors, social media managers, and other professionals working in brand and client-side marketing roles.

What you get

The scholarship is fully funded and covers international travel to Cannes, France, along with accommodation during the programme and a financial allowance. Recipients also receive a Young Lions Festival Pass for access to the festival's Young Lions programme. In addition, scholars participate in classroom sessions led by world-class speakers, receive hands-on training and coaching from respected industry professionals, and gain networking opportunities within an international community of emerging and established creative and marketing professionals.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate a genuine interest in developing a career within the creative or marketing industry, alongside showing creativity, professional commitment, leadership potential, and a desire to contribute to the global sector. Candidates must satisfy all age, experience, and language proficiencies detailed in the eligibility criteria and must provide proof of age.

How to apply

Interested candidates can apply through the official Cannes Lions Scholarship website. Applicants should review the programme requirements, application guidance, frequently asked questions, and the Scholarship Entry Kit before completing their submissions. The selection process involves an initial application review followed by a two-stage assessment procedure where a jury of more than 40 experienced creative professionals shortlists candidates based on creative excellence and professional promise.

Key dates

Applications open on 29 October 2026 at 00:01 GMT. The application deadline is 4 December 2026 at 00:01 GMT. Successful applicants will be notified on 1 February 2027.