Who is it for?

We invite adults up to 35 years of age – students and graduates of programs related to the creative industries, such as graphic design, industrial design, architecture, interior design, animation, 3D design, game development, film production, and new media – to participate.

Entries may be submitted individually or as a team (up to three people), and each participant may submit one project completed within the last five years.

What do you need to prepare?

The first stage of the competition takes place online. Participants submit an application form along with a project presentation in PDF format and a short video recording of up to 90 seconds.

The video doesn’t have to be a perfect production. Above all, it should showcase you, your project, and how you can engage your audience with it.

The jury will evaluate both the merit of the project itself and the way it is presented – storytelling skills, communication skills, and the ability to engage the audience.

Eight Projects on the East Creative Stage

From among all submissions, the jury will select up to eight finalist projects, whose creators will present their projects live in front of an audience during the East Creative 2026 conference.

Each finalist will receive professional support in preparing their presentation. The program includes group workshops with a public speaking coach, individual coaching sessions, and a dress rehearsal on stage before the conference.

This is a unique opportunity to gain stage experience, develop presentation skills, and showcase your project to the design community and potential business partners.

Awards

During the finals, the jury will select the competition winners.

The author of the best presentation will receive the title of Young Stage 2026 winner, a trophy, and a cash prize of 1,000 PLN gross. Two equal honorable mentions, each worth 700 PLN gross, will also be awarded.

All finalists will receive commemorative certificates, and the winning presentation may also be featured on the Main Stage during the East Creative gala.

Young Stage was created for young creators seeking a platform to showcase their ideas, gain stage experience, and network with representatives of the creative industry.

We believe that behind every project there is a story worth telling. We want to create a space where young designers can present not only the results of their work, but also their way of thinking, creative process, and the values behind their projects.

If you have a project you’re proud of and want to showcase it to a wider audience – Young Stage is just for you.