🏆 ThreadRest Marketing Challenge 2026

Build. Create.
Compete.

Create a real marketing campaign for ThreadRest. Win cash prizes, earn founder mentorship, receive AI training, and get the opportunity to launch your marketing career.

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Why this challenge matters

Your career doesn't start
after graduation.

This challenge gives you the experience, recognition, and connections that most people spend years trying to get.

🎯

Real Startup Experience

Work on an actual brief from a live brand — not a classroom simulation. Your output could be used in the real world.

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AI Marketing Skills

Every finalist gets access to the Naaz AI Labs AI Content Creation Masterclass — skills employers are hiring for right now.

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National Recognition

Top 10 finalists are publicly recognised. Build your portfolio with something you can actually show in interviews.

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Internship Opportunity

First place wins a marketing internship at ThreadRest. Get your foot in the door before most people even graduate.

📋 The Challenge

What you're actually making.

You're not writing an essay. You're building a real campaign for a real brand launching in 2026.

Campaign Brief — ThreadRest Launch 2026

Active
Your Objective

Create a campaign that increases awareness of ThreadRest among young professionals aged 22–35 who care about living beautifully. Make them want to be first through the door when we launch.

Deliverables
  • 1 short-form Reel concept (script or storyboard)
  • 1 Carousel post (3–6 slides)
  • Full campaign strategy (1 page)
  • Post captions with hooks
  • AI prompts used in your process

On using AI: Use every tool available — AI included. But your creative direction, strategy, and ideas must be your own. Judges are looking for a human perspective expressed well, not output that could have been generated by anyone with the same prompt.

🗺️ Process

What happens after you register.

Six steps from registration to winner — here's exactly what to expect.

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Register
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Receive Brief
🎨
Submit Campaign
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Evaluation
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Top 10 Announced
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Winners
🎁 Rewards & Benefits

Win more than
just cash.

Top performers earn prizes, mentorship, and a real competitive edge — before their careers even begin.

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Second Place
₹900
  • Naaz AI Labs AI Content Creation Masterclass
  • Certificate of Excellence
  • Founder Feedback Session
  • Priority consideration for future opportunities*
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First Place
₹1,500
  • Marketing Internship at ThreadRest*
  • Naaz AI Labs AI Content Creation Masterclass
  • Certificate of Excellence
  • Founder Mentorship Session
  • Performance-based LinkedIn Recommendation
  • Priority for future paid opportunities*
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Third Place
₹600
  • Naaz AI Labs AI Content Creation Masterclass
  • Certificate of Excellence

Every Finalist Receives

Making top 10 means you walk away with more than most people get from a semester of coursework.

📄 Official Participation Certificate
💬 Detailed submission feedback
💼 Real-world portfolio piece
🌐 ThreadRest Talent Community invite
🔑 Exclusive resources & future opportunities
🚀 What You'll Gain

Practical skills that
employers actually want.

Every skill you apply here is one a recruiter will ask you about in an interview.

Learn Modern Marketing

Get hands-on with skills that actually get people hired in 2026 — not theory, but real application on a live brand brief.

AI Content Creation Prompt Engineering Brand Storytelling Social Strategy Consumer Psychology Campaign Development
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Build Your Portfolio

Work on a real startup brief — not a case study. Create output you can show recruiters with full confidence.

Real Brief Tangible Output Employer Ready
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Work With Founders

Get direct access to the people building ThreadRest. Receive genuine feedback and understand how brands are built from scratch.

Founder Feedback Startup Insight Mentorship
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Join the Community

Outstanding participants may be invited to internships, freelance projects, and future opportunities across ThreadRest and Naaz AI Labs.

Talent Community Freelance Ops Naaz AI Labs Network
👋 Meet the Founder

People trust people.

This challenge exists because we believe in giving real opportunities to people who are hungry to learn and build.

👤

Rayan

Founder, ThreadRest  ·  Co-founder & CTO, Naaz AI Labs

I started ThreadRest because I believe the spaces you live in shape the person you become — and good design shouldn't feel out of reach. I also co-founded Naaz AI Labs, where we build AI automation tools that help businesses move faster. I created this challenge because I'd rather find talent by seeing what people actually build than by reading what they say about themselves. The work tells you everything.

🏅 Leaderboard

Live Rankings

Updated as submissions are reviewed. Final rankings announced after full evaluation.

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📊 Evaluation Criteria

How you'll be judged.

Scored across five dimensions. Focus on creativity and strategy — they carry the most weight.

30%
Creativity & Originality
Bold, unconventional ideas that stand out.
25%
Marketing Strategy
Clear goal, audience, and path to impact.
20%
Execution Quality
Polish of design, copy, and overall craft.
15%
Brand Alignment
Does it feel like ThreadRest? Tone and values.
10%
Presentation
How clearly you communicate your ideas.
❓ FAQ

Questions we know
you're already asking.

Who can participate?
Anyone in India can enter — students, fresh graduates, working professionals, or self-taught marketers. No age limit. No experience required. If you have ideas and drive, you're welcome.
Is it free to enter?
Yes, completely free. There is no registration fee, submission fee, or any hidden cost. The challenge exists to find great marketing talent — not to charge for it.
Do I need prior marketing experience?
No. We're looking for creativity and strategic thinking. Some of the best campaigns come from people who haven't been told what "can't" be done. Bring your ideas — we'll evaluate the thinking.
Can I use AI tools in my submission?
Yes — use it. Knowing how to use AI is a real skill and including the prompts you used is a deliverable. But understand what's being judged: your thinking, your creative direction, your strategic choices. AI can help you execute an idea faster and cleaner. It cannot have the idea for you. Judges can tell the difference between a campaign with a genuine perspective and one that's been generated wholesale. Use AI as a tool — not as a replacement for thought.
How many people win?
The top 3 win cash prizes. Top 10 are named finalists and receive certificates, feedback, community access, and recognition. Every registered participant gets a participation record.
Who owns my submission?
You do. You retain full ownership of your work. By entering, you grant ThreadRest the right to feature your work publicly with full credit to you. We will always attribute your name and work.
How long does it take to complete?
We estimate 2–4 hours for a solid submission. Registration closes July 25 — after that, no new participants can join. You then have until July 27th to submit, so you can spread the work across multiple sessions. Quality matters more than speed.
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* Internship and paid opportunities are subject to performance, business requirements, and eligibility. Challenge open to residents of India. By registering you agree to the ThreadRest Challenge terms and conditions.