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Entries that seek to solve business issues, deliver business services that solve customers' problems.
  • Film Stars
  • Print Stars
  • Outdoor Stars
  • Radio & Audio Stars
  • Design Stars
  • Interactive Stars
  • Mobile Stars
  • Data Insights Stars
  • Social & Influencer Stars
  • PR Stars
  • Brand Experience & Activation Stars
  • Direct Stars
  • Media Stars
  • Integrated Stars
  • Innovation Stars
  • Commerce Stars
  • Strategy Stars
  • Branded Entertainment Stars
  • Entertainment for Game Stars
  • Entertainment for Music Stars
  • Entertainment for Sports Stars
  • Film Stars

    Film Stars refer to traditional TV, cinema, and online film advertisements. Judges select ideas that demonstrate strong brand synergy and a dynamic, creative approach to achieving campaign objectives.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Film

    • B01. TV/Cinema Film
    • B02. Online Film
    • B03. Viral Film
    • B04. Screens & Events

    C Film Craft

    • C01. Art Direction/Production Design
    • C02. Direction
    • C03. Achievement in Production
    • C04. Cinematography
    • C05. Editing
    • C06. Script
    • C07. Use of Music
    • C08. Sound Design
    • C09. Visual Effects
    • C10. Animation
    • C11. Use of AI

    D Culture & Context

    • D01. Cultural Insight
    • D02. Market Context
  • Print Stars

    Print Stars covers ads created for print media such as newspapers and magazines. Juries focus on the strength and creativity of the idea.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Print Craft

    • B01. Art Direction
    • B02. Copywriting
    • B03. Illustration
    • B04. Photography
    • B05. Typography
    • B06. Use of AI

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Outdoor Stars

    Outdoor Stars cover campaigns using billboards, posters, and other out-of-home media, including transport media such as buses and taxis. Entries are judged on how effectively they engage consumers.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Outdoor

    • B01. Poster
    • B02. Traditional Billboard
    • B03. Digital Screen
    • B04. Non-Standard Indoor Advertising
    • B05. Ambient: Small Scale
    • B06. Ambient: Large Scale
    • B07. Special Build
    • B08. Live Advertising & Events
    • B09. Transit
    • B10. Interactive Outdoor Experience
    • B11. Non-Formatted Digital Outdoor

    C Outdoor Craft

    • C01. Art Direction
    • C02. Copywriting
    • C03. Illustration
    • C04. Photography
    • C05. Typography
    • C06. Use of AI

    D Culture & Context

    • D01. Cultural Insight
    • D02. Market Context
  • Radio & Audio Stars

    Radio & Audio Stars cover campaigns executed via radio stations and online radio channels, including broadcast and downloadable audio content. Entries should deliver brand messages through excellent recording, innovative sound, or outstanding audio storytelling.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Radio & Audio

    • B01. Use of Music
    • B02. Sound Design
    • B03. Scriptwriting
    • B04. Use of Radio & Audio as a Medium
    • B05. Use of Radio & Audio Technology
    • B06. Use of AI

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Design Stars

    Design Stars recognizes entries that excel in using design as a communication and experiential tool to convey brand philosophy and product messaging.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Design

    • B01. Brand Building
    • B02. Posters
    • B03. Promotional Items
    • B04. Publications
    • B05. Self-Promotion
    • B06. Data Visualization
    • B07. Digital Design
    • B08. UX, UI Design
    • B09. Packaging Design
    • B10. Product Design
    • B11. Spatial Design
    • B12. Typography
    • B13. Use of AI

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Interactive Stars

    Interactive Stars covers a brand's online, digital, and technology-driven communications. Entries must showcase the underlying idea, technology, and creativity, and demonstrate how audience engagement drove business results and increased brand awareness.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Interactive

    • B01. Use of Web Platforms
    • B02. Use of Online Ad
    • B03. Use of Web Campaigns
    • B04. Use of Social
    • B05. Use of Other Interactive Works(Games/Branded Tech)

    C Interactive Craft

    • C01. User Experience (UX)
    • C02. Site Optimization
    • C03. Omni Channel Interaction
    • C04. Cross Device Interaction
    • C05. Interactive Technology
    • C06. Innovative Use of Technology
    • C07. XR Extended Reality Interaction
    • C08. Use of AI

    D Culture & Context

    • D01. Cultural Insight
    • D02. Market Context
  • Mobile Stars

    Mobile Stars refers to work executed on mobile devices, applications, and mobile-optimized websites.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Mobile

    • B01. Use of Mobile Websites
    • B02. Mobile Applications / Mobile Games
    • B03. Social for Mobile
    • B04. Mobile Advertising

    C Mobile Craft

    • C01. User Experience (UX)
    • C02. Activation by Location
    • C03. XR Extended Reality Experience
    • C04. Networked / Connected Mobile Technology
    • C05. Wearable Technology
    • C06. Innovative Use of Technology & AI

    D Culture & Context

    • D01. Cultural Insight
    • D02. Market Context
  • Data Insights Stars

    Data Insights Stars focus on creative use, interpretation, analysis, and application of data in campaigns. The key criteria are how creative data was used and how this creativity improved results.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Data

    • B01. Data-Driven Targeting
    • B02. Data Visualization
    • B03. Data Storytelling
    • B04. Data Technology
    • B05. Data Integration
    • B06. Social Data
    • B07. Innovative Use of Technology & AI

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Social & Influencer Stars

    Social & Influencer Stars celebrate strategic influencer marketing and the use of social insights. Entries should demonstrate how social networks, platforms, brand ambassadors, and influencers were leveraged to drive commercial success.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Social Insight & Engagement

    • B01. Community Building & Management
    • B02. Audience Targeting/Engagement Strategies
    • B03. Real-time Response
    • B04. Social Data & Insight
    • B05. Social Customer Strategy
    • B06. Brand Storytelling
    • B07. Livestream

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • PR Stars

    PR Stars recognize campaigns that build and maintain trust between individuals, companies, or organizations and the public. Awarded entries demonstrate innovative PR strategies that actively engage consumers, showcase creativity, strategic excellence, and deliver business results.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Practices & Specialism

    • B01. Corporate Reputation & Communication
    • B02. Corporate Responsibility & Creating Shared Value
    • B03. Public Affairs & Lobbying
    • B04. Crisis Communications & Issue Management
    • B05. Media Relations
    • B06. Events & Experiential
    • B07. Celebrity Endorsement
    • B08. Sponsorship
    • B09. Launch or Re-Launch
    • B10. Brand Voice

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Brand Experience & Activation Stars

    Brand Experience & Activation Stars recognizes activities or initiatives designed to drive immediate consumer action for a product or service. This includes sampling, co-promotions, contests, events, in-store advertising, exhibitions, and other promotional tools.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Brand Experience & Activation

    • B01. Use of promotional stunts/ live advertising/ live shows/ concerts/ festivals
    • B02. Use of Exhibitions & Installations
    • B03. Use of Merchandising / In-Store Marketing
    • B04. Use of Broadcast in a Promotional Campaign
    • B05. Use of Print or Standard Outdoor in a Promotional Campaign
    • B06. Use of Digital in a Promotional Campaign
    • B07. Other Digital Solutions in a Promotional Campaign

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Direct Stars

    Direct Stars refers to direct communications designed to build and maintain relationships with specific targets and elicit a specific response or action. Awarded campaigns include response mechanisms (e.g., coupons, phone numbers) and achieving measurable results.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Direct Marketing

    • B01. Mailings
    • B02. Ambient Media
    • B03. Use of Digital in a Direct Marketing Campaign
    • B04. Use of Social in a Direct Marketing Campaign

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Media Stars

    Media Stars recognize ideas that demonstrate a deep understanding of the target audience and implement innovative strategies across media channels to maximize business results.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Use of Media

    • B01. Use of Screens
    • B02. Use of Print in a Media Campaign
    • B03. Use of Outdoor in a Media Campaign
    • B04. Use of Audio Platform
    • B05. Use of Ambient Media
    • B06. Use of Special Events & Stunt/Live Advertising
    • B07. Use of Digital in a Media Campaign
    • B08. Use of Social in a Media Campaign
    • B09. Use of Mobile Devices

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Integrated Stars

    Integrated Stars recognizes campaigns executed across multiple platforms. Entries should maximize the potential of a strong idea, reinforcing brand associations at every point of consumer contact. Only campaigns using two or more platforms are eligible.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Integrated Campaign

    • B01. Integrated Campaign led by Screens & Displays
    • B02. Integrated Campaign led by Print
    • B03. Integrated Campaign led by Outdoor
    • B04. Integrated Campaign led by Events & Stunts
    • B05. Integrated Campaign led by Digital Platforms
    • B06. Integrated Campaign led by Social Platforms

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Innovation Stars

    Innovation Stars recognizes breakthrough technologies that enable brands, creativity, or technology to communicate with customers in new ways. Entries must demonstrate a clearly proven and innovative concept.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Innovation

    • B01. Product Innovation
    • B02. Environmental Innovation
    • B03. Societal Innovation
    • B04. Commerce Innovation
  • Commerce Stars

    Commerce Stars recognize campaigns that highlight e-commerce and payment solutions. Juries evaluate how innovation and optimization in the customer journey drove consumer engagement and commercial success.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Channels

    • B01. Social Commerce
    • B02. Mobile-Led Commerce
    • B03. Entertainment Commerce
    • B04. Omnichannel Commerce

    C Culture & Context

    • C01. Cultural Insight
    • C02. Market Context
  • Strategy Stars

    Strategy Stars require entries to clearly demonstrate how they addressed an innovative business or brand challenge through strategic problem-solving process.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Culture & Context

    • B01. Cultural Insight
    • B02. Market Context
  • Branded Entertainment Stars

    Branded Entertainment Stars cover all entertainment content created around a brand to achieve its objectives.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Foods
    • A02. Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
    • A03. Cosmetic / Beauty / Clothing / Footwear and Accessories
    • A04. Pharmaceutical / Toiletries
    • A05. Furniture / Household
    • A06. Vehicles
    • A07. Electronics / IT / Office Equipment / Home Electronics & Audio-Visual / Business Equipment & Services
    • A08. Finance / Services / Entertainment & Leisure / Travel / Restaurants / Commercial Public Services / Pets
    • A09. Distribution / Publication
    • A10. Corporate / Institution
    • A11. Not-for-profit / Charity / Government

    B Culture & Context

    • B01. Cultural Insight
    • B02. Market Context
  • Entertainment for Game Stars

    Entertainment for Game Stars focuses on game experiences that deliver fun and gameplay.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Community Management
    • A02. Experience & Activation
    • A03. Merchandise
    • A04. Public Relations
    • A05. Collaboration
    • A06. Use of Design
    • A07. Innovation in Gaming
    • A08. Game for Good

    B Culture & Context

    • B01. Cultural Insight
    • B02. Market Context
  • Entertainment for Music Stars

    Entertainment for Music Stars covers all music content and music experiences.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Music Film
    • A02. Experience & Activation
    • A03. Live Music
    • A04. Merchandise
    • A05. Fan Engagement
    • A06. Public Relations
    • A07. Collaboration
    • A08. Commerce
    • A09. Use of Design
    • A10. Innovation in Music
    • A11. Music for Good

    B Culture & Context

    • B01. Cultural Insight
    • B02. Market Context
  • Entertainment for Sports Stars

    Entertainment for Sports Stars focuses on sports content and fan sports experiences.

    A Sectors

    • A01. Fan Engagement
    • A02. Experience & Activation
    • A03. Merchandise
    • A04. Public Relations
    • A05. Collaboration
    • A06. Use of Design
    • A07. Innovation in Sport
    • A08. Sport for Good

    B Culture & Context

    • B01. Cultural Insight
    • B02. Market Context