Mediaweek has opened entries for Next of the Best Awards 2025, which celebrates the trailblazers and emerging leaders in advertising, media, and marketing.
These prestigious awards are dedicated to honouring the talented leaders of today and tomorrow who are shaping the future of Australia’s media landscape.
Next Of The Best recognises the industry’s rising stars based on their impact, success and contribution to their company, sector or the wider industry in the last 12 months.
These are not age-based awards, but open to anyone who has been working in their current field or role for 15 years or less.
Enter Mediaweek’s Next of the Best 2025 here
A distinguished panel of judges will select the winning candidates from a shortlist, and we will honour these trailblazers with a night they will never forget, on Friday 13 June, 2025 at W Sydney, celebrating the next wave of industry leaders, change-makers and creative forces.
Jimmy and Nath from 2DayFM won Best Audio Talent at last year’s awards.
This year, there are 15 awards with new categories to reflect the ever-changing media and advertising landscape.
The Mediaweek Next of the Best Awards are:
Audio Talent (Host, Producer, Creator)
Recognising professionals who drive growth, innovation, and engagement in the audio and podcasting industries.
Marketing Talent
For professionals making waves in marketing through successful campaigns and innovative thinking.
Journalist (Print, Radio, TV, Digital)
Celebrating journalistic excellence with a focus on audience impact and storytelling.
Advertising Creative
Recognising creative talent shaping advertising through originality, campaign success, and audience engagement.
Marketing Strategist
For those excelling in strategic marketing, data-driven decision-making, and audience segmentation.
Digital/Social Content Creator or Influencer
Honouring digital creators who have demonstrated growth, creativity, and monetisation success.
Publicist (Agency/In-House)
Recognising rising publicists who have successfully shaped media narratives and public perception.
AdTech Specialist
Honouring professionals leveraging AdTech innovations to enhance digital advertising effectiveness.
Media Salesperson
Recognising media sales professionals driving revenue growth through strategic thinking and strong client relationships.
Media Planner & Buyer
Celebrating planners and buyers who excel through innovative thinking, data-driven decision-making, and impactful campaign execution.
Publishing Innovator
Recognising emerging talents in publishing who are redefining the industry through editorial excellence, and audience growth across print and online platforms.
TV & Film Production
Recognising the talent behind the camera of on-screen content production from the big to the small screen through creativity and commercial success.
Leadership
For exceptional leadership and impact at senior or executive level.
Changemaker
Recognising individuals who have made a significant impact in driving change, innovation, or transformation.
Nominate yourself or someone else for a Mediaweek Next of the Best Award now.