VIENNA, AUSTRIA – The prestigious Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards have officially opened submissions for their 17th edition. Filmmakers, production companies, agencies, television stations, companies, institutions, film schools, and students from around the world are invited to submit their best corporate films, online productions, documentaries, and reports to the competition.
In 2026, the festival once again promises to be an impressive showcase of creativity, innovation, and excellence in corporate media. The highlight is traditionally the presentation of the coveted Dolphin Trophies, which are awarded every year in September on the Côte d’Azur in Cannes. Submissions will be accepted until June 18, 2026, giving participants the chance to gain international recognition for their work.
New categories set fresh accents
The 2026 edition continues to feature a wide range of main categories—Corporate Films and Videos, Corporate Online Media, Documentaries and Reports, Production Arts & Crafts, and Student Productions—while introducing new categories that reflect current trends and fresh topics. The documentary section now includes “Lifestyle, Food, and Living”, and the corporate media section is enhanced with “Architecture & Design” and “Films for Holidays and Special Occasions”. With 63 thematic categories available, the festival offers a broad platform to showcase creative work.
Bring your expertise to the jury
Every year, the awards rely on an international and diverse jury composed of experts from the film and media industry, creative professionals, and specialists in marketing and communication. Among them are former Oscar and Emmy Award winners. Professionals interested in enriching the jury are also invited to nominate themselves.
Setting the standard for excellence
In 2025, winners included work from Novo Nordisk, Al Jazeera Media Network, Booking.com, Deloitte, HSBC, BMW AG, Switzerland Tourism, Aramco, Tiffany & Co., L’Oréal, Coach, PwC, Unilever, McDonald’s, and Austrian Airlines, among others, underscoring the festival’s reach and influence. With entries now open for the 17th edition, this year’s submissions are set to redefine excellence in corporate media.
Early bird incentive
All submissions made by March 6, 2026, will receive an early bird discount of 10% on the submission fees.
Further information on the categories, submission fees, and participation conditions can be found on the official festival website at www.cannescorporate.com.
The competition annually honors the world’s finest corporate films, online productions, documentaries and reports in one of the world’s most important film centers: in Cannes, France. It is the only festival for corporate films taking place in Cannes, the city famously known for feature films and advertising productions. The festival was founded by Filmservice International in 2010. Since then, it has constantly grown, becoming one of the leading festivals for corporate films worldwide.
