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.
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.
Belgium
Sam De Win
Executive Creative Director, iO Belgium
Sam De Win, the Executive Creative Director of iO Belgium, began his professional journey nearly two decades ago as a copywriter. Over the years, he honed his craft at leading agencies including Euro RSCG United, Y&R, and BBDO, where his creative contributions left a lasting impact.
At Y&R, he co-created the iconic Devos & Lemmens campaign, a comedic radio series that’s remained popular for over 15 years. At BBDO, he wrote the script for Belgacom's TV spot 'Who took my badges,' 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 its first Cannes Lion. He later held the role at Serviceplan Benelux, earning multiple awards, before becoming Creative Director at Make Lemonade. His portfolio spans TV, print, radio, and digital, creating impactful work for Volvo, Mercedes, and Pepsi.
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
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.
“ 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.
