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New & Diverse Directors
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Shiny connects emerging directors with the advertising industry through awards, events and the Shiny List.

Image from ‘FUTILE’, directed by Valentina Khodnevich

Shiny in 2025

In 2025, Shiny showcased 64 films to over 190+ industry judges, with 70% of work coming from directors from under-represented backgrounds.

This included 41% women and non-binary directors, 36% from global majority backgrounds, 36% working class, 19% LGBTQ+ and 8% disabled talent, reflecting Shiny’s commitment to building a more inclusive commercial industry.

Across the Awards, 38 prizes were awarded, offering real opportunities through mentoring, representation and post-production support.

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