Brief
The One Club to Host Fifth Portfolio Night in India Oct 8‑9
Registrations close Oct 3; a 35‑member jury will evaluate emerging creatives.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The One Club for Creativity, in partnership with Omnicom Advertising India, announced that its fifth Portfolio Night in India will take place virtually on October 8 and in person in Mumbai on October 9, 2026, with registration closing on October 3, according to SocialSamosa.
What happened
The two‑day event will give emerging Indian creatives a chance to present their portfolios to a 35‑member jury panel and receive one‑on‑one feedback. Winners will qualify for the Portfolio Night All‑Stars program, a week‑long virtual competition that culminates in a trip to New York for a series of events and networking.
What the reports add
SocialSamosa noted that the jury includes industry leaders such as Abhijit Avasthi (Founder, Sideways Consulting) and Anupama Ramaswamy (Managing Director and CCO, Havas India). It also quoted three senior creatives – Josy Paul of BBDO Group India, Rahul Mathew of McCann India, and Russell Barrett of TBWA\Lintas – who each highlighted the event’s role in nurturing talent.
What was said
Josy Paul, CCO of BBDO Group India, told SocialSamosa, “Every great creative journey begins with someone saying, ‘I have an idea.’ Portfolio Night is a beautiful celebration of that courage.” Rahul Mathew, Chief Creative Officer at McCann India, added, “The One Show Portfolio Night is more than just an event; it’s our long‑standing commitment to talent.” Russell Barrett, Chief Creative Experience Officer at TBWA\Lintas, said, “Every great creative career starts with someone taking a chance on an idea. Portfolio Night is our chance to find those ideas, those voices and those people.”
Key facts
- The One Club's fifth Portfolio Night in India will be virtual on Oct 8 and in‑person in Mumbai on Oct 9, 2026. (socialsamosa.com)
- Registrations close on Oct 3, 2026. (socialsamosa.com)
- A 35‑member jury panel will evaluate portfolios. (socialsamosa.com)
- Winners qualify for a week‑long virtual All‑Stars program and a trip to New York. (socialsamosa.com)
Sources
- [1] socialsamosa.com — originally reported as “The One Club announces fifth Portfolio Night in India”
