Kick a$$ judge(s).
An awesome brief a month.
The best idea wins.
Judges from all over the world of different ages, positions, and titles. Solos, duos, agency and in-house brand based.
Our judges become your mentors, your job recs, your internship, apprenticeship, or freelance, or full-time opportunities. Their dream job can become your reality.
The Top HOT HOT Shit Winners of the Month The top student and professional winner (solo or duo) will receive a call with the judge(s). Boom! Contact made, call scheduled, career moves forward. Their winning entry will also be showcased under The Archive tab.
The Top Hot Shit Runner-Ups of the Month The top student and professional runners-up (solo or duo) will receive personalized feedback from the judge(s). Their winning entry will also be showcased under The Archive tab.
The Shit Shortlist The 1 - 2 shortlisters will receive personalized feedback from us, MP & MW.
Well, it's simple, actually. At the beginning of each month: new brief, new judge, new opportunity, and last month’s winners are announced.
Student Eligibility: Part-time or full-time students welcome (portfolio school, college, or university) No more than 1 year out of school
Professional Eligibility: Working part-time or full-time, whether that's at an ad agency, freelance, or barista-ing during your in-between
YS is for anyone hoping to work in the advertising industry, so if that's you, apply now. We welcome anyone, from anywhere, of any age, location, etc.
SOLO and DUO teams only.
The ad industry tends to hire individuals or teams of 2, so when you win and get recommended for a job, we want to give you and your potential teammate the best chance possible at getting hired. Good shit.