We are excited to unveil another slice of our 2026 jury – an exceptional lineup of industry leaders shaping the future of storytelling across film, advertising, and visual innovation. All ready to view YOUR work.
Shelby Ross – Group Thrpy (USA)
Shelby was recently elected President of the East Coast board of the Association of Independent Commercial Producers. Under his leadership, Group Thrpy has expanded its global footprint – joining the One of Ones roster in 2025 – while delivering high-profile work such as the cinematic launch campaign for r.e.m. beauty in collaboration with Ariana Grande, showcasing the company’s ability to merge cultural relevance with stunning visual storytelling.
Eric Stern – Anonymous Content (USA)
Anonymous Content is behind some of the biggest films and TV shows of the recent era, including the hit Apple TV show starring Cate Blanchett Disclaimer (2024), or great classics like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004). Eric who oversees the Commercials, Branded Content & Music Video division brings a legacy of boundary-pushing work across advertisement, music videos and documentaries, including a string of music videos for Florence + The Machine.
Rebekka Rognøy – Bacon (Norway),
Representing Bacon in Norway, Rebekka stands at the forefront of Scandinavian creativity, with Bacon consistently producing internationally celebrated campaigns. Rebekka has produced a vast array of short films, and the 2025 feature film Solomamma, a Golden Leopard nominee at last year’s Locarno Film Festival.
Peter Reichenbach – C Films AG (Switzerland)
Peter has decades of experience in high-end production. C Films has built a reputation for delivering large-scale Swiss and international feature films, TV series, and shorts, including the 2025 Swiss feature Hallo Betty, which received two nominations at the 2026 Swiss Film Awards, or the 2015 international co-production Youth, directed by Paul Sorrentino and starring Michal Caine, Rachel Weisz and Harvey Keitel.
Luciano Podcaminsky – Welcome Content (Uruguay)
Luciano is a director renowned for his visionary approach to storytelling. He has made a number of music videos, commercials and feature films, including the 2023 Asfixiados which was selected for a number of film festivals, including the 2024 Santander Film Festival in Spain.
James Razall – Framestore (USA)
James represents one of the world’s most awarded creative studios. Framestore continues to redefine visual effects and immersive experiences, earning accolades across advertising, film, and emerging technologies, including a large number of wins and nominations across all the coveted awards imaginable, including a nomination for the Best Visual Effects at the Academy Awards 2025 for Wicked and a win, in the same category, at the 2018 Academy Awards for Blade Runner 2049.
Diane McArter – furlined (USA)
furlined is known for its innovative and emotionally driven productions across the global commercial landscape. Diane’s work in 2018 for The New York Times The Truth Is Worth It, garnered plenty of recognition, including 2 Grands Prix at Cannes Lions, 2 Black Pencils at D&AD, and a Black Cube (Best in Show) at ADC/One Club for the iconic campaign. Diane was executive producer on The Maiden (2022), nominated for Fedora Award Best Film at the Venice Film Festival 2022.
The 2026 YDA jury embodies the diversity, creativity, and excellence that define YDA – ready to discover and nurture the next generation of directing talent.
Stay tuned for more highlights of the 2026 jury.
