About Awards

The Awards

Winners of the WorldMediaFestivals receive the intermedia-globe and an official certificate – internationally recognised symbols of outstanding achievement in media and corporate communication.

Each intermedia-globe is hand-polished, crystal-clear and finished with a refined silk print, reflecting precision and artistry. More than a trophy, it honours the vision, creativity and dedication behind the project’s countless steps to success.

Gold and Silver Awards
Presented at the subcategory level, honouring exceptional work within specialised areas of media and communication.

Grand Award – Best of Category
Selected from all Gold winners within a main category.

Grand Prix – Best of Festival
The festival’s highest honour, awarded to the most outstanding entry overall.

Special Awards & Industry Awards
Granted by the jury for notable themes or achievements; not open for direct submission.

Gold and Silver Awards

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Gold and Silver Awards are given at the subcategory level. Each winning project is accompanied by an Award Tag to indicate a focus within the recognition.

Grand Award

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Winning an intermedia-globe Gold makes your entry a nominee for the Grand Award - best in main category.

Grand Prix

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Winning an intermedia-globe Grand Award makes your entry a nominee for the Grand Prix - best of Festival.

Special Awards

The Arc Award

Best Script

The Arc Award recognizes outstanding achievement in scripted storytelling, honoring work that demonstrates excellence in narrative structure, dialogue, character development, and originality. All winners automatically qualify for consideration for this special award.
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The Magic Eye Award

Best Camera

The Magic Eye Award for Best Camera honors outstanding achievement in cinematography for visual media. It recognizes exceptional skill in visual storytelling through framing, composition, lighting, and camera movement - crafting imagery that captivates audiences and strengthens the narrative impact. All winners automatically qualify for consideration for this special award.

The Magic Wave Award

Best Original Music

The Magic Wave Award for Best Original Music celebrates exceptional musical artistry crafted for the screen. It recognizes original compositions that deepen narrative impact, heighten emotion, and transform visual storytelling into a powerful and memorable experience. All winners with original music automatically qualify for consideration.
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The Horizon Award

Best Impact

This Award honors work that creates awareness around a specific topic and/or delivers meaningful impact on an individual, a community, or society at large. It recognizes initiatives by organizations, institutions, or individuals that inform, engage, and contribute to positive change through their subject matter, intent, or outcomes. All entries that embody the essence of this special award are eligible for consideration.

The Corazón Award

Best Storytelling

Presented in memory of the festival’s founder, Cora Chinbuah, the Corazón Award honors an entry that embodies emotional truth and human connection. It celebrates storytelling that evokes powerful emotional responses - ranging from joy to sorrow - and reflects sincerity, empathy, and heart, in the spirit of Cora’s legacy. All winning entries whose themes and tone embody the essence of this special award are eligible for consideration.

Audience Choice Award

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This award celebrates the work that resonates most with audiences, giving the present participants a voice in selecting their favorite entry during live voting on Awards Day in Berlin, Germany. Shortlisted attendees can apply for a slot to present their winning entry to the audience.

Industry Awards

Production Company of the Year

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The Production Company of the Year Award is presented to the production company that has achieved the highest accumulated points.
AGENCY OF THE YEAR

Agency of the Year

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The Agency of the Year Award is presented to the agency that has achieved the highest accumulated points.
BROADCASTER OF THE YEAR

Broadcaster of the Year

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The Broadcaster of the Year Award is presented to the broadcaster that has achieved the highest accumulated points.
ORGANISATION OF THE YEAR

Organisation of the Year

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The Organisation of the Year Award is presented to the organisation – whether a business, non-profit, public institution, or other entity – that has accumulated the highest points.
A minimum of 12 points is required to qualify for the industry awards; in the event of a tie, a panel of jurors will review and decide.

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intermedia-globe Gold and Silver
Each subcategory may receive one silver and one gold award.
intermedia-globe Grand Award
Winning an intermedia-globe Gold makes your entry a nominee for the Grand Award — best in main category.
intermedia-globe Grand Prix
Winning an intermedia-globe Grand Award makes your entry a nominee for the Grand Prix –best of Festival.
Special Award Magic Waves
The Best Music Award honours...
Special Award Magic Eye
The Best Camerawork Award celebrates...
Special Award Global Awareness
Honours entries that spotlight critical global issues...