Privacy Policy

Introduction
The Digital Creative Talent Awards respect your privacy and are committed to handling personal data responsibly and transparently. This Privacy Statement explains how personal information is collected, used and protected in relation to participation in the Digital Creative Talent Awards.

Who we are
The Digital Creative Talent Awards are organised by the Digital Creative Talent collective, an initiative by Gemeente Rotterdam, Agency at Night, iDIGO, LEVELS, UX Rotterdam, Willem de Kooning Academy and Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam. Personal data is processed solely for purposes related to the organisation, communication and execution of the Digital Creative Talent Awards.

What information we collect
When you apply for the Digital Creative Talent Awards, we may collect personal information including your name, email address, phone number, age, city, educational or professional background, portfolio materials, biography, project details and any other information you choose to provide as part of your submission. If you are selected as a nominee or winner, we may also collect additional information necessary for event participation, communication, publicity or prize administration.

How we use your information
Your information is used to manage and process your application, assess eligibility, coordinate jury review, communicate about nominations and event participation, administer prizes, and organise the Digital Creative Talent Awards. If you participate, your name, project title, biography and selected materials may also be used for promotional purposes related to the awards, including website content, social media, press communications, partner communications and event presentations. Portfolio materials submitted as part of the application process are only shared with relevant jury members unless separate agreement is made for public use.

Legal basis for processing
We process your personal data because it is necessary for the administration and execution of the Digital Creative Talent Awards, and because by submitting an application you consent to the use of your information as described in this Privacy Statement.

Sharing of information
Your information may be shared with members of the relevant jury, organisers involved in the administration of the awards, and trusted partners supporting the execution of the Digital Creative Talent Awards where necessary. Your personal information will not be sold or shared with unrelated third parties for commercial purposes.

Data retention
Personal information will only be retained for as long as reasonably necessary for the administration of the Digital Creative Talent Awards, related communications, promotional purposes connected to the awards, and compliance with legal or administrative obligations.

Data security
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are taken to protect personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access or disclosure. While care is taken to protect your data, no digital transmission or storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Your rights
 You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, request correction of inaccurate information, request deletion where appropriate, or object to certain uses of your personal data, in accordance with applicable privacy laws. If you wish to make such a request, you may contact the organisers through the contact details listed on the Digital Creative Talent Awards website.

Changes to this Privacy Statement
This Privacy Statement may be updated from time to time if required for operational, legal or organisational reasons. The most recent version will always be published on the Digital Creative Talent Awards website.