Calvin Innes to Lead the One-Channel Jury

The ONE-CHANNEL section focuses on individual works that are using a single channel of communicating the message to the market. Entries in this section should demonstrate the creative use of one-channel communication, its benefits, and efficiency.

Leading the One-Channel Jury will be Calvin Innes, general manager and creative director of JvM NERD from the UK. Calvin brings over two decades of expertise in concept design, creative direction, and brand storytelling. He is an absolute powerhouse in the creative world, especially when it comes to blending brands with the excitement of gaming, anime, and everything nerdy. His experience spans across some of the biggest names out there, from Super Mario to Fortnite. He has also collaborated with globally recognised brands such as Bandai Namco, Kellogg’s, Sony, National Trust, Cadbury’s, Universal Studios, and Nestlé.

"Great creativity isn’t about how many tools you have. It’s about how you use the tools at your disposal. The One-Channel category at the Golden Drum Awards is a testament to the power of disciplined storytelling and precision. It’s about creating truly eye-catching, attention grabbing and emotive pieces of work that capture imaginations. It’s about making a single platform sing, ensuring that every frame, every word, and every interaction is crafted and shaped for maximum impact. As jury president, I’m eager to uncover work that redefines the potential of individual channels. I’m excited about the prospect of discovering work which proves that when executed with brilliance, a single medium can cut through the noise and leave a lasting mark."

Supporting him in this demanding role are the following esteemed jury members:

• Robert Bohinec, Creative Director, AV Studio, Slovenia
• Kaspars Eglītis, Executive Creative Director, TBWA\Latvia, Latvia
• Christian Hellinger, Managing Partner and Chief Creative Officer, Wien Nord Serviceplan, Austria
• Bartosz Jeglejewski, Creative Director, McCann, Poland
• Nina Modebadze, Creative Director, Redberry, Georgia
• Jörg Riommi, Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Creative Officer, AIN’T, Italy
• Hanna Stenwall, Executive Creative Director, INGO Stockholm, Sweden
• Annu Terho, Creative Director, SEK/Part of Grey, Finland
• Dorottya Tóth, Creative Director, DDB Budapest, Hungary
• Rona Yakobi, Owner and VP Creative, RONA&IDO Advertising agency, Israel