It started in 1908, when Helen Lansdowne was hired by J. Walter Thompson Cincinnati as the industry’s first female copywriter. She soon moved to the New York office, where she rose through the ranks as a creative powerhouse. She hired and mentored dozens of creative women, ensuring that the female voice was represented in J. Walter Thompson’s work.
J. Walter Thompson Company was founded in 1864 and has been making pioneering solutions that build enduring brands and business for more than 150 years. Today the company has evolved to include several global networks including J. Walter Thompson Worldwide, Mirum and Colloquial.
WHO’S ELIGIBLE?
Female students registered at an undergraduate, graduate, and/or portfolio school with at least 12 months of school left as of May 14, 2018
Show creative talent and potential in a course of study like Art Direction, Copywriting, Design, Experiential Design, Sculpture, Film, etc. Basically, if you think it applies to you, it probably does
Maintain satisfactory academic and creative progress as determined by your school
WHAT’S NEEDED?
Personal statement (500 words or less)
Letter of recommendation from a faculty member
3-5 creative samples
BENEFITS.
Your shot to steer the future of advertising. Here’s what you’ll get if you win:
A scholarship up to $10,000 to put towards your education
An internship at a JWT office
One-on-one mentorship
First-look placement at JWT after graduation
HOW DO I APPLY?
Click here to complete the application. You’ll have to submit your application form, a personal statement, a letter of recommendation and 3–5 creative samples by May 14, 2018.
APPLY NOW
Applications Deadline: May 14th, 2018
For more information, please contact hlrscholarship@jwt.com or visit the official website of the Helen Lansdowne Resor Scholarship