History

Stuart Hocknell: A diamond geezer.

Sh! is for Stuart Hocknell, a brilliant young designer and a much missed member of the Brahm team who died from meningitis in 2002. Stuart loved life, adored design, and his enthusiasm for both touched all those around him. Brahm is certainly a duller place without him. He was also an energetic champion of young designers and a passionate believer in promoting links between colleges and agencies in the region.

The Sh! Awards were founded in Stuart's name. And each year through the awards, we help to uncover exceptional student talent and raise thousands of pounds for the Meningitis Research Foundation. A very fitting tribute we think, to a very special person.

The Meningitis Research Foundation.

All money raised by Sh! goes straight to the Meningitis Research Foundation, the national charity dedicated to fighting death and disability arising from meningitis and septicaemia. The charity funds research into the prevention of these diseases and to improve survival rates and outcomes. Their work also includes raising awareness among health professionals and the general public.

Since it began in 1989, the Foundation has invested over £14.8 million on 122 research projects, and has distributed millions of pieces of life saving awareness literature. If you would like to make a contribution to the Meningitis Research Foundation or would like to know more about their work and how to get involved please call 01454 280412 or visit www.meningitis.org

Judging

Our star-studded judging panel.

Carefully selected from leading companies across the north, our judging panel comprises of some of the most talented and successful individuals working in design, digital and advertising today.

With sparkling careers, these are the people you have to impress with your work. Do that and you'll then be invited to the next stage a sit down interview with them. But don't worry, aside from being immensely talented, our judges are also really nice people, and a chance to meet them and pick their brains is invaluable. (Because even if you don't go on to win a prize you can still tap them up for a job!)

Testimonials

Alex Atkinson – The Consult

"The Sh! awards are a great touching point with some of the most creative people in the country – our students. I really enjoyed judging last year and seeing the finalists' pieces of well thought-out work, and it raises money for a worthy cause."

Myles Pinfold – WPA Pinfold

"I think the awards event is an excellent idea and should be embraced by all colleges."

Pete Ward – Freelance Designer

"Their enthusiasm and professionalism is inspiring. I think everyone who takes part is a winner in some way, even though they might not realise it."

Adam Rix – Previous Winner

"The competition was a fantastic opportunity to meet face to face with people whose work I had admired for years, and to win a placement was just amazing."

Andrew Droog – Previous Winner

"It's such a good opportunity, whether you win or not."

Dave Beckitt – Leeds Met University Lecturer

"At a time when it's increasingly difficult to get into the industry, the Sh! awards creates a well needed leg-up for students whilst raising money and awareness for a great charitable cause."

Sponsors

This year's Sh! awards would not have been possible, without the kind support of these sponsors.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor in 2009 please email l.doel@brahm.com

Primary sponsor

Secondary sponsor

Terms and Conditions

1. The competition is open to all students in their 2nd or final year of a degree or HND course, except employees and their families of Brahm Ltd, ("the promoter") and anyone else professionally connected with this promotion.
2. Entries must be design, digital or advertising work created between January 2008 and May 2009.
3. All entries must be submitted with a completed entry form via www.brahm.com/sh or by posting it to: Lisa Doel, Sh! Awards, Brahm Ltd, The Brahm Building, 9a Alma Road, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2AH.
4. Only one entry per entrant will be permitted.
5. The entrant must certify on the front page that it is their own, original unaided work. Entries of joint ownership will not be accepted. Entries that do not conform to this rule will be disqualified.
6. Copyright of all work remains with the student at all times.
7. The first prize is a six month paid placement period at Brahm, to start at a mutually convenient date for both parties but must be completed consecutively by April 2010. There is only one placement available between the three categories. There are 9 runner up prizes across the 3 categories – 1st £250, 2nd £100 and 3rd a magazine subscription to the value of £50.
   
8. The promoter reserves the right to substitute the runner up prizes with alternative prizes of equal or greater value.
9. There are no cash alternatives to the stated prizes.
10. Closing date for all entries is 5th June 2009.
11. In the event of the closing date being extended, which the Judges may do in their absolute discretion, this will be published at www.brahm.com/sh
12. All prize winners will be selected by a panel of judges including at least one member independent of the promoter. Once the judging has taken place a shortlist will be drawn up, with successful students informed via telephone or email by 11.06.09 and invited to come in and discuss their work with the judges. Winners will be those students who in the judges' opinion show the most original and creative work and will be announced on Thursday 25th June at the Sh! Awards event. The decision of the Judges shall be final and unchallengeable.
13. For the prize winner's name and county please write to: Lisa Doel, Sh! Awards, Brahm Ltd, The Brahm Building, 9a Alma Road, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2AH. No other correspondence will be entered into.
14. Brahm Ltd reserve the right to publish the names of the winners and runners-up and any official photographs of them taken at or in connection with the awards event.
15. By entering the Sh! Awards entrants are agreeing to abide by these terms and conditions.
16. The promoter will not be held responsible for lost, delayed or corrupt entries. Proof of emailing or posting will not constitute proof of receipt.
17. Promoter: Brahm Ltd, The Brahm Buidling, 9a Alma Road, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2AH.
    

FAQs

What is the Sh! Awards?

Now in its 7th year, the event was created in memory of Stuart Hocknell, a talented young designer at Brahm who tragically died of meningitis in 2002.

Who is Brahm?

Brahm is one of the leading independent communications agencies in the UK, with a £26 million turnover and employing over 170 creative and marketing specialists. Based in Leeds, we work across all communication channels including branding, design, advertising, PR, and research, whilst our digital arm Swamp is one of the most renowned digital shops in the UK. Together, our clients include such leading brands as Warburtons, Persimmon, GSK, Schwarzkopf, McVities, NDA, Yorkshire Water, Umbro, Mencap and UK Trade and Investment.

Who can enter?

The Sh! Awards is open to anyone who is in their second year or due to graduate from an HND or degree course in advertising, digital or design in 2009 within the Yorkshire region.

What can you enter?

All entries must be design, digital and advertising work that was created as part of a college or university project.

Who judges the awards?

The judging panel will be made up of some of the leading creative and design heads in the north of England.

What can I win?

There are loads of prizes up for grabs this year in every category and of course one lucky finalist will be offered a 6 month paid placement at Brahm or Swamp - giving you a fantastic introduction to our industry!