An international competition poised to honor excellence in the planning & execution of digital communications
The award recognizes and celebrates excellence in Websites, Video, Mobile, Social, Animation, Marketing, and Podcasts – across local and international.
Vega celebrates the very best brought forth by the world’s digital architects and craftsmen. Since the competition focuses on excellence, it does not matter whether the submission is from a firm or an individual; a professional or an enthusiast; a veteran or a novice – what matters is the work itself, wherein the details, innovation, creativity, and foresight shine brightest.
Vega accepts digital works and projects, which include advertising, design, interactive content, mobile apps, web design/development, and audio/video productions. The competition’s categories are set to be diverse in order to represent digital culture.
Submitted work must be within a two-year window from their creation, for example, 2023 to current competition year (2025).
Celebrating the boundless potential of digital advertising, the 2025 Vega Digital Awards introduces the theme, "Beyond Pixels, Beyond Possibility." This theme is a tribute to the creators, agencies, and innovators who are redefining what digital advertising can achieve, pushing past traditional limits to create dynamic and impactful experiences.
Each campaign and creation shared here reflects a vision that goes beyond screens—demonstrating how digital storytelling, interactive technology, and visual artistry can connect audiences in ways previously thought impossible.
This year, we invite you to be part of a movement that celebrates bold ideas and forward-thinking strategies in digital advertising. Join us in showcasing the work that not only captivates but also inspires, ignites change, and shapes the future of digital engagement. Let’s go beyond pixels together and explore a world of endless possibility.
The Vega Digital Awards competition is conducted in 1000+ categories. Work may be entered into more than one category and will be separately evaluated separately in each. All multiple category entries are evaluated accordingly and are eligible for honors.
Entrants may submit their project in one or multiple categories. There is a fee for each category entered. If you are unsure of which category to enter, please email info@vegaawards.com and an awards representative will assist you.
The Vega Digital Awards is judged by members of the IAA Judging Council, a group of leading industry professionals. Showcase your brilliant projects and capture the attention of our esteemed panel of judges today!
Canada
Ishan Ghosh
Chairman and Chief Purpose Officer, Barrett and Welsh
In his role at Barrett and Walsh Inc., Ishan Ghosh is both Chairman (Emeritus) and Chief Purpose Officer. Ghosh leads a team of innovative thinkers dedicated to growing their clients' businesses, revolutionizing their presence in the markets they serve, and providing them with a competitive advantage. With over three decades of experience as a marketing entrepreneur and a background in major network agencies like Leo Burnett, Ogilvy, and Lowe across multiple global markets, Ishan offers invaluable guidance to the agency's clients. He helps them realize the importance and significance of engaging with the Diversity and Inclusion market in Canada, emphasizing the extensive business opportunities it offers. His impressive portfolio demonstrates his steadfast commitment to meeting his clients' needs excellently that exceeds expectations. His relentless work ethic and expertise in the field shine through in the myriad successful projects he's undertaken.
Germany
Holger Koenig
CEO, Executive Producer and Consultant, KOENIGSFILM
Holger Koenig serves as the highly proficient Executive Producer at KOENIGSFILM and is also known for his roles as a consultant, lecturer, and engaging keynote speaker. As the Executive Producer of KOENIGSFILM, Koenig leverages over two decades of experience in television and marketing film production. His extensive background equips him with the discerning ability to differentiate exceptional work from the ordinary. This invaluable expertise enables him to elevate the creative quality and effectiveness of the projects undertaken by KOENIGSFILM, ensuring that they stand out and exceed industry standards. He is highly regarded as a captivating keynote speaker and lecturer with a profound understanding of storytelling. His ability to engage audiences and convey the art of storytelling has earned him a stellar reputation in the field. Koenig's insightful presentations inspire and educate, leaving a lasting impact on those fortunate enough to attend his talks.
Portugal
Liliana Farinha
COO, WYcreative
In the realm of digital marketing, Liliana Farinha stands as the Chief Operating Officer at WYcreative, backed by a decade of experience. As the Chief Operating Officer, Farinha's responsibilities encompass overseeing social media and web advertising initiatives, as well as managing complex website projects from specifications to implementation, among other communication assignments. Her portfolio features clients including NOVO BANCO, REN, Minipreço, Pestana Group, FOX International Channels, The Navigator Company, Casa da Música, Honda, MSD, Zippy, NOWO, BFA, LACS, L'Oréal, Sogrape Vinhos, Bayer, and more. Her role is characterized by an unparalleled commitment to the digital sphere, a deep-seated passion for project management, and a unique talent for orchestrating teams. This combination of dedication and her innate ability to guide projects and lead teams stands as a powerful force behind the organization's achievements. Her determination is a driving ethos that fuels her quest for excellence.
United Kingdom
Gareth Leeding
Global Chief Strategy Officer, Livewire
Gareth Leeding holds the position of Global Chief Strategy Officer at the renowned company, Livewire. In his capacity as Global Chief Strategy Officer at Livewire, Leeding has a pivotal role in propelling global brands into the expansive gaming arena, which boasts a staggering audience of more than 3 billion individuals. His role involves devising strategic initiatives that enable brands to effectively tap into this dynamic gaming ecosystem, fostering brand growth and engagement in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Furthermore, he is a well-recognized speaker in the industry on a global scale, having delivered keynote addresses at major events such as AdWeek, D&AD, Festival of Marketing, Social Media Week, and Mumbrella360. His distinctive "culture-first" approach to creativity has led to over 60 prestigious awards for pioneering campaigns spanning digital, social, gaming, and mixed reality, collaborating with renowned brands including Activision, adidas, Google, Guinness, Lego, Pepsi, Snapchat, Uber, and others.
Stoic and prepared, the Vega statuettes exude the very essence of what it takes to be a frontrunner in a digital age. Crafted thoughtfully by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the statuette depicts the figure of a warrior, who’s postured upright with their shield up, ready to take on whatever comes their way.
The statuette’s face is undiscernible under their helmet, signifying how those who go further do not always do so to seek glory. The statuettes come in three versions, representing the three winning levels – Platinum, Gold, and Silver.
May these statuettes honor the vanguards of the digital space.
Christa Kleinhans Tuttle
Founder and CEO at Launch Marketing, United States
“ Awards like Vega truly ignite our passion for excellence, highlight our genuine commitment to delivering outstanding work to our clients and reiterate our goal to be the go-to B2B marketing firm in Austin, Texas. ”
Jonas Verheijden
Creative Director and Co-Founder at Superlab, Belgium
“ Winning a Vega Award is a great accomplishment for a young and small company from Belgium. So we’re very proud and hope to win plenty more in the near future. ”
Emaneul Kapp
Director at Moz Parks Initiative | Ambassadors of Conservation, United States
“ It’s a great honor to be recognized (by Vega Awards) for the work we do. Everything we do is to promote conservation efforts and to be recognized for the work that we do helps us in those efforts. ”
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.
