White Square is one of the recognized around the world international festivals of creativity with contests that cover the entire spectrum of the industry of communications. This year, 1115 entries from more forty countries, including European countries, countries of MENA region, the USA, Asian countries, China, Latin America and others, took part in White Square Festival. Traditionally, White Square has brought together ideas that reflect current trends, innovative approaches, and a high level of creative effectiveness in the global communications industry.

White Square Jury 2026 includes recognized representatives of the global creative industry from more than 45 countries, award winners from leading creativity and effectiveness festivals, and authoritative practitioners who shape industry standards in various regions of the world. This year, White Square entries were evaluated by eight international jury lineups: Branding Jury, Marketing & Digital Jury, Creative Jury, Craft Jury, Media Jury, Mass Media Jury, Clients Jury, and Grand Jury.

The Craft Jury evaluated the entries in the Craft Contest, which comprises 14 nominations across three categories: Film Craft, Print & Outdoor Craft, and Excellence in Radio & Audio.

The evaluation of entries took place in two stages. During the first stage, jury members independently evaluated the entries on the website from May 15 to 24. The second stage – online jury session with a discussion of the entries, the selection of shortlists, and the Festival awards.

The shortlists of White Square Festival 2026 will be published on June 3.

The winners of White Square Festival 2026 will be announced on June 11 on the Festival’s official website and in industry media around the world, promoting the best ideas on the international stage and inspiring innovative solutions in the field of communications.