MEDIA WEEK 30 UNDER 30 RETURNS

Honouring the talent defining tomorrow’s media.

For decades, Media Week 30 Under 30 has been the UK media industry’s top honour for emerging talent.

The first entry deadline is tomorrow! Don’t miss your chance to be recognised for challenging convention, mastering new technologies, and bringing fresh energy to media.

Winning means being celebrated as an innovator and future leader.

Ready to step into the spotlight? Submit your entry before the first deadline closes!

First entry deadline: Thursday 12 February 2026


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KEY INFORMATION

KEY DATES

First entry deadline: 12 February 2026

Second entry deadline: 19 March 2026

Winners announced: 18 June 2026

KEY PRICES

First deadline entry fee: £350 + VAT per entry

Second entry deadline fee: £460 + VAT per entry

Newcomer category: £180 + VAT per entry

WHY ENTER?

Accelerate your Career Trajectory

Having your name on this list instantly boosts your visibility and credibility, putting you on the fast track to promotions, high-profile projects, and opportunities that would otherwise take years.

Position Yourself as a Future Leader

Media Week 30 Under 30 is the UK’s top platform for young professionals, marking you as “one to watch” and opening doors to major publication features.

Gain Confidence and Industry Validation

Being selected from hundreds of top young professionals is a powerful endorsement, fuelling your self-belief and empowering you to pursue your biggest career goals.

HOW TO ENTER

STEP ONE

Self-nominate or be nominated by a manager, colleague, client, or similar.

STEP TWO

Fill out the form with nominee details and provide short endorsements from senior staff and colleagues. Questions vary by category and are shown after registration.

STEP THREE

Payment is only required when you submit your entry, not at registration.

WINNERS WILL RECEIVE...

Promotion

A feature in a special Campaign article (42,000 readers) and on campaignlive.co.uk (over 940,000 monthly users).

Validation

An invitation to join the judging panel for the Media Week Awards 2026 and recognition from industry experts.

Opportunity

A chance to reflect on achievements and career growth, helping assess progress and set future goals.

ELIGIBILITY

Entry is open to any UK-based media industry professional aged 30 or under on 7 June 2026. Entries are accepted by either sel nomination or by nominations (usually a line manager, colleague, client or similar).

ARE YOU SHAPING THE FUTURE OF MEDIA?

Join our distinguished panel of judges for the 2026 Media Week 30 Under 30 Awards! 

This is your opportunity to spotlight the extraordinary new talent and achievements shaping the future of the media industry by nominating yourself or a colleague.

Be part of this inspiring event and help us celebrate the rising stars making a real impact in media.

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ABOUT THE AWARDS

Spotlighting young professionals who showcase exceptional talent

The Campaign’s Media Week UK 30 Under 30 Awards celebrates rising media professionals for their outstanding contributions. 


This award inspires young professionals to make a difference in the media landscape, offering recognition for their achievements and a chance to reflect on personal growth.

2025 WINNERS

Last year’s class features the brightest young talent transforming the media landscape with fresh ideas and bold achievements.

Dive into their stories and see how these rising stars are shaping the future of our industry.

LET OUR CLASS OF 2025 INSPIRE YOU


LAST YEAR'S WINNERS

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The Media Week 30 Under 30 Awards celebrate young professionals who bring passion, creativity, and brilliance to the media industry. Sponsoring the awards is your chance to showcase your brand’s commitment to recognising and empowering the next generation of industry leaders.

Contact James Butters via email: [email protected] or phone: +44 (0)20 8267 4892 for more information. 

A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

"This year, we're looking for talent who are excelling at their jobs and also contributing to the wider advertising and media industry. The awards are a wonderful way to find out where the next generation of leaders are, as well as find out what their priorities are and where they think the industry needs to improve as well."


Shauna Lewis

Deputy Media Editor, Campaign

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