Media
Entries in this medium are for the creative use of media-inspired ideas, where the work highlights media as the creative idea itself, and strategically and effectively uses channels to achieve a brand's purpose. Entries will need to demonstrate how the idea played an integral role in the success of the campaign.
See previous winners in this medium
Advertiser Types
- Business-to-Business
- Product/Service
- Public Service
Categories
- Audio – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas intended for use on audio platforms. This includes, but is not limited to radio, podcasts, streaming services, and other audio technologies.
- Digital/Mobile – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas designed for digital media platforms or mobile technologies. This includes, but is not limited to websites, games, search engines, banner ads, smartphones, mobile games, applications, etc.
- Entertainment – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas created for entertainment purposes. This includes, but is not limited to audio content, gaming platforms, apps, video sharing channels, music videos, etc.
- Experience/Activation – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas intended to connect an audience through an experience. This includes, but is not limited to virtual or live events, stunts, pop-up shops, exhibitions, performances, installations, etc.
- Film – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas designed for film advertising. This includes, but is not limited to television, cinema, online, mobile, outdoor, in-store, point-of-purchase advertising, etc.
- New Realities – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas where immersive technology is a key element in the success of the campaign. This includes, but is not limited to AR, VR, XR, MR, the Metaverse, etc.
- Out of Home – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas that reach the consumer while they are outside of the home.
- Partnerships & Collaboration – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas where the collaboration between two or more brands, individuals, and/or organizations are key to the success of the campaign.
- Print – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas that reach the consumer through calendars, catalogs, brochures, pamphlets, newspapers, magazines, and similar press.
- Retail – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas focused on e-commerce, online retail sites, restaurants, in store displays, etc.
- Social Media – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas that were planned for and executed on social media platforms.
- Specific Target Audience – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas that target a specific community, culture, or group of people. Target audiences include, but are not limited to generations, genders, and races.
- Use of Talent & Influencers – Entries in this category are for media-inspired ideas that utilize talent or influencers to increase engagement and drive brand awareness.
- Other – Entries in this category are for work that is not defined by any of the available categories.
Entry Fees:
Deadline 1: Sep 18th - Oct 27th: $525
Deadline 2: Oct 28th - Dec 15th: $625
Deadline 3: Dec 16th - Feb 2nd: $750
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is not eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
- Cover Image (1)
- Execution Image (up to 10)
Optional Media
- Case Board (1)
- Case Study Video (1)
- Execution Video (up to 10)
- Execution Audio (1)
- Supporting PDF (1)
- URL (up to 4)
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
For judging purposes, please submit your entry in English. Non-English entries must either be dubbed in English or subtitled. In addition, you must also provide an English translation in the “English-Language Translation” box on the entry form.
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