Spark*, Dubai-based creative agency that is part of the Publicity Network, was awarded two special awards this year at Cannes 2015. At the Cannes-affiliated event, “ACT Responsible Tributes,” Spark* took home a Special Tribute and a Human Rights Tribute Award.
Spark* was awarded 2nd Favourite in the ‘Human Rights Tribute’ category for its TV commercial ‘Numbers,’ which formed part of a campaign in support of women. This specific category was one of four which recognizes creativity for the greater good.
Spark*’s Special Tribute Award was given as an award celebrating the agency’s overall performance and quality of shortlisted campaigns, which included Dubai Community Development Authority’s ‘Young Masseuse’ activation and ‘You’re Nobody’ – a long copy ad for the popular television series ‘Everyday Heroes.’
“It is an honor to have received two top awards at Cannes – the world’s most renowned event for marketing communications professionals. Both of these eminent recognitions are a testament to the creative and inspiring teamwork that we nurture and grow at Spark*. I would like to thank everyone at Spark* for their outstanding effort, commitment and dedication, and to our clients for giving us the opportunity to create communication for greater good. This magnificent achievement is proof that good never goes unrewarded,” says Yusuf Pingar, Managing Director, Spark*, in a statement to the press.