Portfolio Night Singapore Returns: A Night of Mentorship and Talent
Singapore’s creative scene is set to glow again as Leo Singapore hosts The One Club for Creativity’s annual Portfolio Night on November 4. This milestone event, returning to the city’s Beach Road headquarters, champions emergent talent and offers a platform for budding designers, copywriters, art directors, and visual storytellers to showcase their best work to a panel of seasoned industry leaders.
What is Portfolio Night?
Now in its 22nd year, Portfolio Night is recognized as the world’s largest advertising portfolio review program. The concept is simple but powerful: connect aspiring creatives with established industry mentors who can provide candid, practical feedback. Across 24 cities worldwide, including Singapore, the event helps bridge the gap between academic projects and real-world expectations, coaching young professionals on how to elevate their portfolios and present themselves in competitive job markets.
Singapore Review Panel: A Lineup of Creative Leaders
At Leo Singapore, 45 students will have the opportunity to present their portfolios to a distinguished panel of 15 creatives, led by Asheen Naidu, Group Executive Creative Director at Leo Singapore. The reviewers bring diverse experience across leading regional and global agencies, ensuring feedback covers strategy, craft, and narrative. The panel includes:
- Ai-Lin Tan – Senior Creative Director, VML Singapore
- Lauren Lim – Creative Director, TBWA Group Singapore
- Mae Ong – Group Creative Director, VaynerMedia APAC
- Maggie Michella – Associate Creative Director, Ogilvy
- Pat Law – Founder, Goodstuph
- Sarah Ko – Executive Creative Director, PGOne Singapore
- AS Anam – Executive Creative Director
- Carlos Camacho – Chief Creative Officer, GUT Asia
- Daniel Foo – Executive Creative Director, We are Social
- Daniel Kee – Executive Creative Director, MullenLowe Singapore
- Guilherme Machado – Executive Creative Director, BLKJ Havas
- Guy Futcher – Executive Creative Director, Octagon APAC
- Sascha Kuntze – Chief Creative Officer, BBH Asia Pacific (Singapore)
- Stephan Schwarz – Executive Creative Director, LePub Singapore
- Vinod Savio – Chief Creative Officer, DDB Group Singapore
Led by Asheen Naidu, the panel will offer direct, practical feedback designed to sharpen portfolios and improve presentation skills. Naidu emphasizes the event’s role in nurturing the next generation of creative talent, noting that mentors are donating their time to “shape the first steps of the next wave of creatives.”
What’s at Stake for Participants
After the portfolio reviews, judges will compile scores to determine Singapore’s “All-Star.” This designation is more than an honor; it’s a pathway to further opportunities. In 2026, All-Stars globally will collaborate virtually on a brief provided by Google. The winning team will be flown to New York for Creative Week 2026, presenting a high-profile chance to showcase Singapore’s talent on an international stage. This framework underscores Portfolio Night’s goal: to create tangible, career-accelerating outcomes for young creatives.
How to Attend and What to Expect
The event takes place on Tuesday, November 4, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Singapore time (GMT+8). Interested students and attendees can register for tickets through the official Portfolio Night page. Expect a dynamic evening featuring portfolio reviews, constructive critique, networking opportunities, and a chance to observe how industry leaders evaluate concepts, craft, and storytelling under time pressure. Whether you’re a student or a young professional, you’ll gain practical insights into how to present ideas, handle feedback, and stand out in a competitive landscape.
Why Portfolio Night Matters for Singapore’s Creative Ecosystem
Portfolio Night Singapore is more than a showcase; it’s a mentorship-driven accelerator for the local talent pool. In an industry where internships and first jobs can hinge on a single project, the event provides a structured opportunity to receive guidance from top creatives who understand current market demands. For Leo Singapore, hosting this event reinforces a commitment to giving back to the community and investing in the country’s vibrant creative economy.
Join the Conversation
To stay informed about Portfolio Night 2025 in Singapore and beyond, register for updates, and learn more about the All-Star process and future opportunities. This is a moment for emerging creatives to gain visibility, receive feedback from leaders across the region, and take a meaningful step toward shaping a successful career in advertising and creative communications.
