Claim your award
Submit your work
Ready for a bigger stage?
You can apply if you:
- Live, work or study in Rotterdam
- Submit original work
- Are available on June 29, 2026
All selected nominees receive 2 tickets for the finals event.
How it works
01
Submit your work
Choose your category and send in your project.
01
Get nominated
A professional jury reviews all submissions. Selected creators will be invited to the finals event.
01
Attend the event
Nominees receive 2 tickets for the event night.
01
Win & get recognised
Winners receive the DCTA award and industry visibility.
Calling all creatives under 35 to submit their portfolio
Who is it for
1
Age
You must be between 18 and 35 years old as of June 29, 2026
2
Rotterdam connection
You work, study, live in Rotterdam — or your project is connected to the city.
3
Original work
All submitted work must be your own.
4
Availability
You must be present during the finals event on June 29, 2026.
Important dates
21 May
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
See you next year
Submissions for 2026 are closed.
You can’t apply for this year anymore, but you are welcome to join the finals! Claim your tickets now!