The LIT Advertising Awards honors creative excellence across the global digital media, design and advertising industries, celebrating the rebels, the rule-breakers, and the visionary campaigns that stop people in their tracks. From jaw-dropping ads to dazzling digital campaigns, social media stardom, and everything in between, the LIT Awards gives you a front-row seat to the most inspiring work out there. It’s the ultimate showcase for ads that spark conversations, inspire change, and make audiences go, "Wow!"
We’re calling all creative pros, ad enthusiasts, PR and marketing mavens, and industry trailblazers to join the LIT Awards! Whether you are part of a powerhouse agency, rocking it as an in-house genius, or blazing your own path as a freelancer, this is your moment to shine. The LIT Advertising Awards is about bringing together the best creative professionals to showcase exceptional campaigns, innovative concepts, and make waves on a global stage.
So, bring your A-game, submit your best work, and join a network that’s shaking up the world of advertising – because here, creativity rules, and every idea has the chance to shine bright!
Celebrate Your Creative Pulse!
The LIT Advertising Awards is your gateway to a universe of ideas that empowers you to think big, think bold, and think beyond boundaries. From digital marvels like engaging websites to strategic campaigns that inspire action and designs that redefine the art of advertising, LIT recognizes the masterminds behind the magic that make ideas pop in this ever-evolving industry.
Get ready to put your creative pulse on display, because this is where advertising legends are born.
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Integrated Marketing
Strategic Campaigns
Branded Content
Marketing & Promotional
Strategic Program
Advertising & Design
Advertising
Corporate Identity
Publication
UI/UX
Special Submissions
Pro Bono
Outstanding Agency Awards
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Meet the LITO Statuette, the ultimate crown jewel in the world of media and advertising. Bursting with energy and brimming with excitement, LITO is where bold ideas meet their ultimate celebration. This is a statuette that doesn’t just sit pretty — it makes some serious noise for creativity!
With its sleek, modern vibe and electrifying details, LITO represents more than
success; it practically shouts it. Make way with LIT in
channeling the very essence
of the advertising world by being vibrant, daring, and unstoppable, and pave the
way for those who dare to dream big.
At the LIT Advertising Awards, your work is in the hands of the industry’s most accomplished professionals and creative powerhouses, who live and breathe creativity.
The Grand Jury Panel is a dynamic collective of visionary leaders, game-changers, and trendsetters, ready to be wowed by your brilliance. Find out if you have what it takes to impress some of the brightest minds in the field!
United States
Anna Mader
SVP, Head of Creative, XD Agency
As a long-time creative director, Anna is a passionate storyteller who has spearheaded experiences for some of the world’s most iconic brands. In her role as Head of Creative at XD Agency, Anna propels the agency’s creative vision forward and fosters an environment ripe for bold ideas and the strategic insight essential for exceptional creative work. She also mentors the creative team, ensuring that every experience the agency delivers aligns with the client's business objectives. Prior to joining XD Agency, Anna led experience design for major brands such as Google, Amazon, Adobe, LinkedIn, AT&T, Visa, and YouTube.
United States
Michael Russo
Cheif Creative Officer, RUSSO Branding Agency
Michael Russo has over 20 years of creative experience with a vast array of clients from coast to coast. As an award-winning Art Director, Copywriter and Designer, Michael has been recognized by the American Advertising Federation, the Silver Microphone Awards, the AIGA, the PIAS, the W3 Interactive Awards, the Horizon Interactive Awards, the Pelican Awards and is a Silver TELLY winner. In addition, Michael is a member of the American Advertising Federation, the AIGA, a past voting member of the Recording Academy of Arts and Sciences (Grammy) and a Silver Council member and Judge of the International TELLY Awards. After receiving his BFA from the University of Louisiana, Michael worked as a Graphic Designer and Copywriter in Seattle, WA. In 2001, after returning to his hometown of Lafayette, LA, Michael co-founded RUSSO - is a strategic branding agency with offices in Lafayette, New Orleans and Nashville. RUSSO uses consumer insight to develop branding initiatives that effectively change the conversation - forming emotional connections between the consumer and the brand.
Germany
Philipp Nottelmann
Creative Director, Feral Brands
I'm a versatile creative professional specializing in visual storytelling with 15+ years of global experience in advertising and branding. My expertise lies in crafting captivating solutions by merging conceptual depth, human emotions, and visual delight. I'm deeply invested in both classic and AI photography and film, always on the lookout for the next big thing.
If you’d like to play a role in judging at the awards or be considered for future inclusions in the LIT Advertising Awards, submit a nomination, and an award representative will reach out to you soon.
Get ready to explore and discover the stories behind those who have transformed creative sparks while rewriting the rules of success. They are proof that big dreams and fearless ideas lead to extraordinary outcomes, and that your moment could be next!
“ Winning in the award is an incredible honor for me and Schrifteria Foundry. For me personally, it’s a proud moment to see SFT Schrifted Serif recognized on such a prestigious platform. ”
~ Yulia Gonina, Founder of Schrifteria Foundry
“ This award is especially meaningful as it supports our Barnett team’s mission to “elevate the goodness” in the world, and further celebrates the incredibly inspiring and life-changing work of our client, Eliminate Poverty Now. ”
~ Debbie Barnett, Founder & Creative Director at Barnett Design, Inc
“ It was an honor for a company so young to have such an important global projection, reinforcing the already spread out concept that Portuguese tech talent is among the best in the world. For us, it serves as proof that all the hard effort we put into the smallest details adds up to a result that we can be proud of. ”
~ Marco Oliveira, CEO of MOXY
“ Winning this award means so much to me and my teammates. We believed in it so it feels amazing to be recognized for our hard work. Having this accomplishment has given us the confidence and reassurance we needed and is bound to propel us forward in our creative careers. ”
~ May Ruzicka, Art Director & Co-Creator of "Play It Forward"
“ We are thrilled to have won three gold awards for our project! This recognition not only validates our hard work and dedication but also inspires us to continue pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation in our industry. ”
~ Peter Csuz, Co-Founder of Fragmental
“ Winning in the award is nice and getting recognition from peers who understand all the challenges that go into bringing an idea to life and how fragile it can be, is certainly reassuring that you’re doing something right. ”
~ Mauricio Galván, Creative Director at Madwell
“ Being recognized by a prestigious international award is deeply rewarding. The entire team feels honored and delighted. We want to win many more awards in the future. ”
~ Natalia Almeida, Creative Director at Giusti Creative PR
“ The fact that it was this project that we chose to enter—and that it was recognized—says a lot about the quality and personality of work we will continue to strive for. ”
~ Zack Hopkins, Senior Designer at History Factory
“ Winning the award is a tremendous honor for us, our company, and our entire team. We are truly grateful for this recognition and look forward to continuing to push the envelope in our future projects. ”
~ IN-VISIBLE Team
“ Winning the award validates that our work is resonating with brands and businesses, and underscores our primary objective as an agency - help our client’s grow. ”
~ John Sampogna, Chief Executive Officer & Co-founder of Wondersauce
ABOUT INTERNATIONAL AWARDS ASSOCIATE
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.
