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LIT Entertainment Awards

Evolving with the Times – From Commercial to Entertainment.

LIT Entertainment Awards recognizes creative and advertising excellence in the global entertainment industry - from the silver screen to interactive gaming, from television content to wide-encompassing digital entertainments. Previously LIT Commercial Awards, LIT now transitions from its previous roots, expanding its reach to celebrate all facets of entertainment advertising and marketing, eagerly embracing this evolution to accommodate a broader spectrum of entertainment.

The LIT Entertainment Awards is open to all creative and marketing professionals, designers, agencies, and every creative in between. Whether you're reaching out to a local audience or making waves internationally, LIT is committed to spotlight advertising brilliance of entertainment on a grander stage than ever before!

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Celebrating the Spectrum of Creative Brilliance in Entertainment Across All Platforms Globally.

LIT Entertainment Awards salutes innovation, storytelling, and design, honoring an array of advertising and creative ideas that captivate audiences worldwide. From film, television, games, home, live or digital entertainment, music, and marketing, to the masterminds crafting these memorable experiences behind the scenes — LIT recognizes it all.

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2024 S2 Awards Deadlines

Early Bird

Entry

Jul 26, 2024

Regular

Entry

Sep 5, 2024

Final

Entry

Oct 10, 2024

Final Extension

Entry

Nov 7, 2024

2023

LIT Entertainment Awards Winners

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LITO Statuette

Icon of Entertainment Excellence

The LITO statuette stands as the emblematic heart of the LIT Entertainment Awards, radiating an enigmatic energy that signifies the boundless realm of entertainment advertising and marketing.

Dressed in its distinctive polka dot garb, LITO embodies the endless realms of imagination, encouraging participants across films, television, games, and all entertainment mediums to venture beyond the ordinary. It's a reminder to never lose sight of one's original goals, even as they craft fresh narratives and pioneering experiences.

LITO's base implements a refined and elegant finish, creating a stark contrast against its gleaming black and pristine white visage. It serves as a beacon, urging entertainment visionaries globally to shatter their own boundaries, aspiring not just to participate in the industry but to redefine it.

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Featured Jurors

At the LIT Entertainment Awards, each and every submission is evaluated only by the best in the industry, comprising a collective of industry trailblazers and visionaries in the Grand Jury Panel. By presenting your masterpieces here, you're not just competing; you're sharing your ideas with some of the most esteemed minds in entertainment, impressing, inspiring, and resonating with an elite panel of individuals.

United States

Rocco Baldassarre

CEO and Founder, Zebra Advertisement

Rocco Baldassarre is recognized in the field of digital marketing, both as a consultant and as an enterprising founder of Zebra Advertisement, a distinguished digital marketing agency. He gained notoriety for securing the title of the youngest winner of the Google Partners All-Star at 24 and has been honored in Forbes' 30 Under 30 list, alongside other global accolades that bolster his professional standing.

His consultancy work has attracted clients such as Bing Ads, and his insights have been highlighted in prominent media outlets including The Huffington Post, The New York Times, and in oDesk's Annual Impact Report, among others.

His dedication to digital marketing shines through his early achievement as the youngest Google Partners All-Star Winner, showcasing his commitment to excellence at a young age. His pursuit of innovation to garner international awards, reflects his unwavering commitment to the field. His features in top-tier publications demonstrate his relentless drive to lead and evolve within the industry.

United States

Joaquin Lynch Garay

Associate Creative Director, Anomaly

Joaquin Lynch Garay holds the position of Associate Creative Director at Anomaly. He and his partner jointly run MUNILYNCH, where Garay serves as the Creative Director.

Prior to joining Anomaly, he held positions as Creative Director at Havas Worldwide New York and Leo Burnett Shanghai. Over the last decade, he has built his career at PONCE Buenos Aires, Lowe, DDB Buenos Aires, and Young & Rubicam. During this time, he breathed life into creative ideas for many prestigious brands such as Coca-Cola, Under Armour, Trident, Sonnet, NYC Football Club, Axe, Rexona, Impulse, PayPal, VW, Telefonica and a vast more, earning numerous international accolades along the way.

He is highly regarded in the creative industry for his exceptional expertise, known for his ability to bring innovative and award-winning campaigns to life. His talent and accomplishments have earned him a reputation as a luminary in the field.

Chile

Pancho Gonzalez

Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer, Inbrax

Pancho Gonzalez is the co-founder and chief creative officer of Inbrax.

González, who studied advertising at the Universidad de Santiago in Chile and earned an MBA from the Berlin School at Steinbeis University in Germany, plays a significant role in shaping the creative industry. As the Chief Creative Officer at Inbrax Chile, a Board Member and Vice President at IAB Chile, and a member of the Marketing Circle at Icare, his influence extends across multiple facets of advertising and marketing. Additionally, his past experience as a board member of Achap (Chilean Advertising Association) underscores his comprehensive involvement and leadership in the field.

González has delivered speeches in various countries including Costa Rica, Brazil, Argentina, Russia, Mexico, Germany, Sri Lanka, Guatemala, the United States, Japan, South Korea, the Czech Republic, Peru, and Chile. His global presence as a speaker demonstrates his commitment to sharing knowledge and insights in the field of advertising and marketing.

Belgium

Sam De Win

Creative Director, Prophets Belgium

Nearly two decades ago, Sam De Win embarked on his professional path as a copywriter, contributing his talents to prominent agencies such as Euro RSCG United, Y&R, and BBDO.

In his time at Y&R, he co-created the iconic Devos & Lemmens campaign, featuring two characters in comedic radio ads for the brand's sauces—a hit series that has been a staple for over 15 years. While at BBDO, he penned the script for Belgacom's acclaimed TV spot "Who took my badges," cleverly blending English and Flemish into the catchy 'Flenglish,' leaving a lasting impact.

Rising to Executive Creative Director at Ogilvy Brussels, he led the agency to win its first Cannes Lion with groundbreaking work. He later served as Executive Creative Director at Serviceplan Benelux, earning multiple awards, before becoming Creative Director at Make Lemonade. His diverse portfolio covers TV, print, radio, and digital, delivering influential content for brands like Volvo, Mercedes, and Pepsi.

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