The British Council has launched a contest to find the best young designers in Vietnam.
Entrants must be Vietnamese citizens between the ages of 25 and 40, with at least three years experience in design.
The winner of the first prize in the national contest will receive VND15 million (USD719) and a chance to compete at the international level in the UK, where they will compete with candidates from all over the world for the title, International Young Design Entrepreneur.
Applicants must fill out a form that outlines their achievements and knowledge of the industry, and describe why they consider themselves a “design entrepreneur”. The application process closes at 5pm on June 30.
The chosen candidates will each make a 20-minute presentation and answer questions during a 15-minute interview, in English, before the panel of judges.
The British Council has received the support of the Ministry of Culture, Sports & Tourism, along with funding from the jewellery company PNJ.
Robin Rickard, Country Director for British Council said, “Vietnam is a fast-developing, dynamic country that is boosting its reputation internationally in a whole range of sectors. A strong, creative and original design sector will be a key to its continued growth, and signs suggest that Vietnam is more than ready to meet the challenge.”
