The excitement of **Creative Week 2025** was palpable as The One Club for Creativity celebrated a remarkable gathering of talent during the **2025 Young Ones Awards** ceremony held at the iconic Sony Hall in New York. This annual event is not just an award ceremony; it’s a **celebration of creativity**, recognizing and nurturing the next generation of advertising and design professionals. Students from **26 countries** showcased their innovative ideas, artistry, and creativity in what can only be described as a breathtaking tribute to the future of the industry.
Berghs School of Communication: A Testament to Excellence
In a display of sheer brilliance, **Berghs School of Communication** from Stockholm emerged as the **2025 Young Ones School of the Year**. Their impressive haul of awards—**nine Golds, ten Silvers, eight Bronzes**, and **nine Merits**, not to mention a Client Pitch win—set a new standard for excellence. This recognition cements Berghs’ reputation as a global leader in shaping creative minds.
Celebrating Top Schools Across the Globe
Following closely behind in the rankings were other prestigious institutions: **ArtCenter College of Design Pasadena**, **Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg Ludwigsburg**, **Brigham Young University Provo**, and the **School of Visual Arts New York**. Each of these schools brought innovative and impactful concepts to the forefront, highlighting their commitment to fostering creativity in an ever-evolving industry.
Outstanding Winners in Young Ones Competitions
This year’s competitions featured an impressive lineup of winners across the four **Young Ones categories**. Here’s a closer look at some of the highlights:
Young Ones ADC 2025
The **Young Ones ADC 2025** category saw **Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg Ludwigsburg** dominate the stage with an outstanding eight **Gold Cubes**. Their acclaimed projects include:
- **“Breaking Glass”** (Golds in Motion/Film Craft for Cinematography and Advertising, Craft in Video – Editing)
- **“If I Could Fly”** (Golds in Motion/Film Craft for Narrative and Direction)
- **“What was I made for?”** (Golds in Advertising for Direction and Animation)
Other notable winners include **Salzburg University of Applied Sciences**, which secured four Gold Cubes, and **University of Applied Arts Vienna**, known for their innovative designs such as **“Moment Mal – Modular Candles.”**
Young Ones One Show 2025
The **Young Ones One Show 2025** featured briefs from major sponsors like **Duolingo, Heinz, and Subway**. Leading the charge in this category was **Berghs School of Communication**, which earned **nine Gold Pencils** across multiple entries, shining bright with their creative campaigns.
Portfolio Competition Excellence
**ArtCenter College of Design Pasadena** led the **2025 Portfolio Competition** with an astounding eight winning entries, showcasing the talents of students in diverse fields such as **Graphic Design** and **Film & Video**.
Recognition of Typographic Brilliance
The **Young Ones TDC 2025 Competition** highlighted exceptional works in typography, with **ArtCenter College of Design Pasadena** and **School of Visual Arts New York** each earning seven **Certificates of Typographic Excellence**. Their innovative projects are a testament to the evolving role of typography in conveying brand messages.
For anyone invested in the world of advertising and design, the **Young Ones Awards** serve as a beacon of creativity and innovation. To explore the complete list of winners and delve into their award-winning works, check out the detailed **[One Club Global Creative College Rankings for 2025](https://www.oneclub.org/awards/youngones/-archive/agency/2025/all/all/all/all)** and the full showcase of winning entries available **[here](https://www.oneclub.org/awards/youngones/-archive/awards/2025/all/all/select)**.
