Celebrating Excellence, Innovation & Inclusion
AWARD CATEGORIES
Nominations are open for entry until midnight on 31 July 2026
Click on the category title of your choice below to make a nomination.
This award recognises a music artist who has demonstrated exceptional talent, creativity and dedication to their craft.
Nominees work must demonstrate a regular contribution to the music industry through original releases, live performances and collaborations.
This award recognises a makeup artist who has demonstrated exceptional creativity, skill and professionalism through their work.
Nominees may have worked across editorial, fashion, television, film, live events, bridal or creative projects, consistently delivering work of an outstanding standard.
This award recognises a videographer who has demonstrated outstanding creativity, storytelling and technical expertise through their work.
Nominees may have produced content across a variety of formats, including commercial, promotional, music, social media or branded content.
This award recognises a creative venue, studio or workspace that provides an inspiring environment for creatives to create, collaborate, perform or connect. Nominees should demonstrate a commitment to supporting creativity and fostering a thriving creative environment.
This award recognises a content creator who consistently produces engaging and impactful content across digital platforms.
Nominees should demonstrate creativity, authenticity and the ability to build and connect with an audience through their content.
This award recognises a DJ who has demonstrated outstanding talent, technical ability and creativity through their performances.
Nominees need to have a track record of performing at clubs, festivals, events or live platforms consistently throughout the year.
This award recognises a podcast that delivers engaging, high quality and original content.
Nominees should demonstrate consistency, creativity and the ability to inform, inspire or entertain their audience through storytelling and conversation.
This award recognises an actor who has demonstrated exceptional talent, professionalism and dedication to their craft.
Nominees may have worked across film, television, theatre or digital productions, showcasing outstanding performances and a commitment to developing their career within the industry.
This award recognises a photographer who has demonstrated exceptional creativity, technical ability and artistic vision through their portfolio of work.
Nominees must specialise in either portrait, fashion, commercial or event photography.
This award recognises a creative platform or event that provides opportunities for creatives to showcase their work.
Nominees should demonstrate a commitment to championing creativity and making a positive contribution to the wider creative community.
This award recognises an emerging creative who has shown exceptional talent, passion and potential within their chosen field.
Nominees should demonstrate a strong commitment to their craft and have made significant progress in their career, showing the potential to become a future leader within the creative industries.
This award recognises a talent agency that has demonstrated excellence in representing, managing, developing and creating opportunities for creative talent. This includes talent agencies, management agencies, production companies, casting agencies or similar organisations that play a key role in supporting creative careers.
CREATIVE COMMUNITY CHAMPION AWARD
This award recognises an individual, organisation or initiative that has made an outstanding contribution to the creative community through leadership, collaboration and positive impact. It celebrates those who create opportunities, champion others and help strengthen the creative industries through their dedication and commitment. This award is not open to public nomination and is selected by the CEO and the Creative Industry Awards team.
CREATIVE LEGACY AWARD
This award represents the highest honour presented by the Creative Industry Awards. It recognises an individual whose achievements, influence and dedication have made a lasting contribution to the Creative Industries. Reserved for true trailblazers and pioneers, this prestigious award is not open to public nominations and is selected by the CEO and the Creative Industry Awards team. Previous winners include Ashley Walters and Richard Blackwood.
KEY DATES 2026
Entries open: 06 July 2026
Entries close: 31 July 2026
Public votes open: 10 August 2026
Public votes close: 30 August 2026
Judges scoring: 06 September 2026
Awards Ceremony: 17th October 2026