About DCTA

The Digital Creative Talent Awards were created to give emerging creators the recognition, platform and momentum they deserve.

Digital creativity is shaping the world we live in. From interfaces and games to digital fashion, motion design and online culture. A new generation of creators is redefining how we experience the digital world.

Over the past years, Rotterdam has grown into a hub for digital creativity.

Events such as INDIGO, TwitchCon, and Upstream bring together talent, industry, and new ideas. These moments consistently highlight one thing: behind every innovation, every experience, and every breakthrough, there are talented individuals pushing boundaries.

The Digital Creative Talent Awards were created to recognize and celebrate this talent, giving it the platform it deserves and the visibility to move forward.

This An initiative of the Digital Creative Talent Asociation:

Gemeente Rotterdam, Agency at Night, Idigo, Levels, UX Rotterdam, Willem De Kooning Acadamie and Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam.

Why participate?

Recognition

Your work will be seen by leading professionals and organisations.

Connection

Your work will be seen by leading professionals and organisations.

Opportunity

Your work will be seen by leading professionals and organisations.

Future Culture

Your work will be seen by leading professionals and organisations.

Important dates

Right now
Submit your portfolio to get nominated
12 June
Deadline for submitting your portfolio
19 June
Announcement of the nominees
29 June
Finals of th Digital Creative Talent Awards 2026
Agency At Night

This anual festival brings together agencies, talent, and businesses through inspiration, networking, and collaboration. Talent development has always been a core part of its mission. As initiator of the Digital Creative Talent Awards, it creates opportunities for emerging creatives to be seen. By connecting education and industry, it helps strengthen Rotterdam’s creative ecosystem.

Indigo

As the leading business event for the Benelux game industry, INDIGO brings together developers, publishers, investors, and emerging talent. Through showcases, talks, and networking, the event creates opportunities for meaningful industry connections. Its involvement in the Digital Creative Talent Awards reflects a shared commitment to supporting the next generation of digital creatives. By connecting talent with professionals, INDIGO helps inspire future innovation.

Levels

This creative production company develops content at the intersection of storytelling, media, and digital culture. With a strong focus on engaging formats and creative production, it brings valuable industry perspective to the Digital Creative Talent Awards. Supporting new talent aligns naturally with its creative DNA. Its involvement helps connect ambitious young creatives with the realities of the professional industry.

Willem de Kooning Academy and Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam

These leading creative educational institutions prepare students for careers in design, media, and digital creativity. Through the Digital Creative Talent Awards, students gain visibility beyond the classroom. The collaboration creates direct connections with the professional industry. Together, they help nurture the creative talent of tomorrow.

UX Rotterdam

As an international conference focused on user experience, product design, and digital innovation, UX Rotterdam creates a platform for inspiration, learning, and connection. By bringing together designers, researchers, and digital professionals, it helps strengthen the creative tech ecosystem in Rotterdam. Its involvement in the Digital Creative Talent Awards reflects a shared commitment to supporting the next generation of digital talent.