Discover our categories
The Drum Awards for Marketing celebrates excellence across every sector and discipline in marketing. In all categories, our judges will look for evidence of excellent practice and effective results.
Categories are grouped as follows...
Brilliant use of a service, discipline or channel
Outstanding marketing strategy in a specific business sector
Special categories which demonstrate inspiring outcomes
Individuals who demonstrate excellence and effectiveness
Brilliant use of a service, discipline or channel
Celebrate your expertise in the disciplines or channels that make your approach stand out. With categories covering everything from AI to PR, this is your opportunity to showcase your innovative mindset and the skills driving your success.
David&Goliath for VIZIO Winner: Animation Awards: Advertising
Advertising
AI
B2B
Digital Commerce
Content
Creative
Digital Experience
Data/Insight
Design/Brand
Experience
Media
Metaverse
OOH
PR
Search
Social Media
Outstanding marketing strategy in a specific business sector
If your marketing campaign made waves in your sector, this is your chance to shine. It’s time to demonstrate how your strategy outperformed the competition and drove impressive results in your industry.
Droga5 New York for General Entertainment Authority Winner: Sports & Sound Design Awards: Advertising
Automotive
Charity or Not for Profit
Consumer Tech - NEW
CPG / FMCG
Culture or Leisure
Energy and Industry
Entertainment
Fashion and Beauty
Finance
Food and Beverage
Government or Public Sector
Healthcare & Pharma
Retail
Sports & Fitness
Travel and Tourism
Special categories which demonstrate inspiring outcomes
If your marketing is driven by your environment, you're a true innovator, and you're not afraid to challenge the status quo, this is where you showcase groundbreaking ideas that turned into inspiring success stories.
Rizzello Creative for Capital Group Winner: Art Direction Awards: B2B
Creative Innovation
Disruption
Gaming
Influencer Marketing
Media Innovation
Partnership or Collaboration
Rebrand or Relaunch
Social Purpose
Sustainability & Responsibility
Technology Innovation
Individuals who demonstrate excellence and effectiveness
Our Rising Star category celebrates individuals excelling in their roles and showing outstanding career growth. Whether you're nominating a colleague or yourself, this is the moment to get recognized for innovation and results that make a real impact.
Ogilvy Honduras for Regal Springs Winner: Community Engagement Awards: Social Purpose
Rising star
Special categories
In addition to the main awards, all entries are eligible for these prestigious honors. The Grand Prix is the ultimate accolade, awarded to the single best of the best. Chosen by the jury, this celebrates a campaign or project that stands out for unmatched creativity, strategic brilliance, and exceptional results. The President's Awards is handpicked by the President, this award recognizes work that sets a new standard—whether through its creativity, impact, or groundbreaking innovation.
Ogilvy Honduras for Regal Springs Winner: Community Engagement Awards: Social Purpose
Grand Prix
President’s Award
