A huge win for Adelaide's creative scene! Kellie Campbell-Illingworth, Creative Director at Parallax, has been selected as one of the esteemed jurors for The One Club for Creativity's prestigious Young Guns 23 competition. This global recognition places her among over 100 top creative professionals worldwide, tasked with judging the next generation of advertising and design talent.

What are Young Guns? For those unfamiliar, Young Guns is an annual global competition that celebrates the best emerging creatives across various disciplines, including advertising, design, illustration, and photography. Winning a Young Gun is considered a significant career milestone, a testament to exceptional skill and innovative thinking within the creative industry. It’s a highly coveted award – often referred to as the ‘Oscars’ of the creative world.

Kellie's Impressive Background: Kellie Campbell-Illingworth (previously recognised as a Young Gun herself – YG8) brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of creative excellence to the judging panel. Her leadership at Parallax, a leading creative agency in Adelaide, has seen the agency deliver impactful campaigns for a diverse range of clients. She's known for her strategic thinking, her ability to spot emerging trends, and her commitment to pushing creative boundaries.

The Jury Process: The Young Guns 23 jury is a diverse group of industry leaders from across the globe. The judging process is rigorous and multi-layered, ensuring that only the most exceptional work is recognised. Jurors evaluate submissions based on creativity, innovation, originality, and overall impact.

Why This Matters for Adelaide: Kellie's selection is a fantastic endorsement of the creative talent thriving in Adelaide. It highlights the city's growing reputation as a hub for innovation and design. Her participation on the jury will also raise the profile of Parallax and further solidify Adelaide’s position on the global creative map.

The One Club for Creativity: The One Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting creative excellence and diversity within the advertising and design industries. They host numerous events and competitions throughout the year, including Young Guns, to celebrate and support the work of talented creatives.

We congratulate Kellie on this well-deserved recognition and look forward to seeing the exceptional talent that Young Guns 23 will showcase!