FranceCannes LIONS Scholarship is a programme (Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity) for emerging creative talent offering 10 fully funded scholarships to attend Cannes Lions 2027, with an emphasis on diversity and underrepresented voices.
The scholarship is run by Cannes Lions and places recipients in either the Brand Marketers Academy or the Creative Academy, with cohort learning, festival access and coaching provided as part of the programme.
Cannes LIONS Scholarship Benefits
- Fully funded trip to Cannes
- Accommodation provided
- Travel provided
- Allowance provided
- Young Lions Festival pass included
- Access to inspiring classroom sessions with world-class speakers
- Hands-on learning and coaching from industry legends
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Cannes LIONS Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be born on or after 26 June 1997
- Minimum age for applying is 18 years old
- Proof of age is required
- Minimum of two years’ work experience in a role required
- LIONS Academies are presented in English
- A total of 10 under-30s from 10 countries will be accepted
Which Fields are Eligible
- Creative Academy Track: Art Directors, Copywriters, Graphic/UX Designers, Directors, Journalists, PR professionals, Creative Technologists, and Engineers.
- Brand Marketing Academy Track: Brand & Marketing Managers, Digital Marketers, Marketing Directors, and Social Media Managers (brand/client-side).
How to Apply for Cannes LIONS Scholarship?
- Open the application at https://competitions.canneslions.com/index.cfm
- Download the Entry Kit from the provided PDF link
- Please read the FAQs at /scholarships-and-funding/faqs
- Contact talentprogrammes@canneslions.com for further questions
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Friday, 4 December 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Cannes LIONS Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, important dates, selection and how to apply.
How many scholarships are available?
There are 10 fully funded scholarships available for Cannes Lions 2027.
Who can apply?
Applications are open to people born on or after 26 June 1997, with a minimum age of 18 and proof of age required, and a minimum of two years’ work experience in a role.
What is included in the scholarship?
A fully funded trip to Cannes Lions 2027 including accommodation, travel and an allowance, plus a Young Lions Festival pass with access to sessions and coaching.
What academies are recipients placed in?
Recipients are placed in either the Brand Marketers Academy or the Creative Academy, with five places available on each academy.
What are the important dates?
Applications open 29 October 2026, applications close 4 December 2026, and applicants are notified on 1 February 2027.
How are applicants selected?
Applications are judged through a two-stage process with a jury of over 40 creatives creating a shortlist after initial application review.
Where can I get more application guidance?
An Entry Kit is available to download from the PDF link provided on the scholarship page for extra information and application guidance.
How do I apply?
Apply via the competitions site at https://competitions.canneslions.com/index.cfm.
Who can apply for the Brand Marketing Academy?
The Brand Marketing Academy is open to brand and client-side marketing professionals, including brand managers, marketing managers, digital marketers, marketing directors, and social media managers.
Who can apply for the Creative Academy?
The Creative Academy welcomes creative professionals, including art directors, copywriters, graphic and UX designers, directors, journalists, PR professionals, creative technologists, and engineers.
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