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!
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.
Outdoor Advertising Commercial Design Publication Social Media
Branded Content Creative Campaign Marketing & Promotional
Mobile Audio Video Website & App Streaming Media
Online Entertainment Live Entertainment Gaming Film Television
Entry
Entry
Entry
Entry
Youtube / Vimeo Videos
Entertainment
Branded Content
Branded Content / Other
Marketing / Advertising Campaigns
CSR Program
Commercial & Marketing
Automotive / Vehicles
Broadcast and Television
Consumer Products / Services
Television
Trailer
Television
Soundtrack / Music
Television
Teaser
Television
Advertising
Live Entertainment
Immersive & Mixed Reality
Digital Entertainment
Website / App
Live Entertainment
Concert
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.
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.
Hungary
Levente Kovacs
Chief Creative Officer, White Rabbit Budapest
Levente Kovacs co-founded his Hungary-based indie agency 14 years ago after stints at HKB Bozell and JWT Budapest. Throughout his professional journey, he has secured numerous groundbreaking achievements for the Hungarian industry, notably being the first to have a Hungarian work featured on the cover of Luerzer's Archive. He also clinched Hungary's inaugural Platina Effie for long-term effectiveness. Presently, White Rabbit Budapest stands as Hungary's most decorated and internationally renowned creative agency. He is a strategic mind and adept problem solver, crafting impactful brand narratives for clients like Heineken, Shell, KitKat, Vodafone, and WWF. His achievements have been acknowledged across various prestigious platforms. Advocating for purpose-driven approaches in branding and business, he actively promotes elevated creative standards and mentors aspiring talents. As a guest lecturer at Budapest Business University, he manages the Advertising Chronicles blog, translating marketing and advertising literature into Hungarian.
United States
Shangning Wang
Design Project Specialist at UNDP, United Nations Children's Fund
Shangning Wang is a New York-based award-winning graphic designer, illustrator, and all-around creative. He focuses on commercial art, typography, illustration, branding, and poster art. In the past few years, he also received more than twenty global awards for his work. His works were exhibited in many cities around the world. His design works have been published in many design magazines and featured on more than thirty graphic design blogs. His work has currently been featured by the Adobe InDesign 2020 as the Splash Screen. Wang's passion for design is unwavering, driving him to continuously push creative boundaries and explore new artistic horizons. His dedication to the craft is evident in the more than twenty global awards he has earned, showcasing his commitment to excellence. With a firm belief that good design has the power to make a positive impact on the world, he infuses his work with boundless enthusiasm, dreams, and love.
United States
Min Lu
Marketing Manager, Meta
Min Lu, an artist based in New York and recognized with awards, has spent her life crafting a diverse array of artworks, from graphic design to painting and sketching. Lu's graphic design is fueled by conceptual thinking, drawing from her dreams and feelings to shape a personal visual narrative through the use of line, color, and structure. She has spearheaded effective campaigns for global entities like NBC Universal, Goldman Sachs, Comcast, Charter Communications, Cox, and Discovery Financial Services. Her creations have been showcased in locations like the United States, China, and Italy etc and was heavily featured in numerous social and traditional media outlets. She aims to invigorate, challenge, and contribute to the industry that helps brands engage with their audience creatively while expanding their business. Her expertise encompasses creative strategy, media and marketing execution, campaign planning, and achieving Key Performance Indicators.
Italy
Patrizia Burra
Professional Photographer, Patrizia Burra Photography
Patrizia Burra is a renowned photographer that specializes in portraits and digital manipulation.
Over the course of her career, Burra has earned numerous international awards and honorable mentions. Her work has been featured in prestigious publications, and she has showcased her photography in both Italy and overseas. She holds the title of MQEP (Master Qualified European Photographer). This recognition is a testament to her exceptional talent and artistic vision.
Her work captures the beauty of the world around us, from the grandeur of nature to the intimate moments of everyday life. Her limited edition prints are highly sought after, as they are a one-of-a-kind piece of art that will last a lifetime. Her photography is a celebration of life, capturing the beauty of the world in a way that is both timeless and modern. Her limited edition prints are a perfect way to bring her art into your home.
“ It is an honor for my team to have received this distinction. This particular project was a tight turnaround, with lots of requests we needed to satisfy in order to make it successful for our client. A lot of effort went into pulling off the final product, and the client was very satisfied. ”
~ Chris Zecco, Video Manager of MarketReach, Inc, United States
“ It's an incredible honor to receive 29 NYX Awards for our work. Everyone works so hard on these trailers, from motion graphics to writing to original art and cinematics and whatnot. So for the team to get that recognition for their hard work is fantastic and very humbling. ”
~ Gage Allen, Creative Director of Player One Trailers, United States
“ The awards help us to confirm that we are ahead of the trends and that we keep having a talented, resourceful and creative team at Creativa. I know that happy customers, repeat business and recommendations are worthwhile, these are the things we focus on every day at Creativa. Prizes and awards, however, are gratifying on an altogether different level. Credit from peer groups and authorities brings pride and satisfaction. ”
~ Miguel Donnenfeld, Director at Creativa Videos, Australia
“ I know I’m treating this interview pretty chill but honestly it is very nice and thank you for the award. There is a lot of cool, inspiring work to be found in the winners, so it’s nice to be in the same rank as all these entries. ”
~ Yaz Ashmawi, United Kingdom
“ I'm honored to be receiving 12 LIT Commercial Awards in 2022. It feels gratifying to have these industry-leader judges evaluating and honoring my work. ”
~ Jean-Luc Slagle, Owner and Creative Director of Scope Studios, US
The International Awards Associate (IAA) is a group of industry innovators, creators, designers and communications professionals whose commitment is to move the industry forward through discovery and recognition of new and existing talent.
