Europe's #1 Creator Economy event returns to Magazine London, 14-15 July 2026. Join brands, creators, and platforms shaping the future of the creator economy. Grab your ticket now.
For years in our industry, the success of a creator has been boiled down to a single, often hollow metric: follow count. But at CreatorFest, we know that what happens behind the lens is where the real work resides.
That is why we are incredibly proud to announce the shortlisted nominees of the Creator Craft Awards!
These awards are a long-overdue recognition of the architects of the creator economy. We are moving beyond vanity metrics to celebrate the technicians, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who have turned a side hustle into a profession.
This Year's Featured Categories
This year’s shortlists highlight the diverse skill sets required to thrive in the modern digital landscape. Key categories include:
- Creator of the Year: Honouring unparalleled industry impact, consistency, and innovation.
- Emerging Creator of the Year: Spotlighting the brightest rising talent reshaping the space.
- Best Creator-Founded Brand: Celebrating exceptional entrepreneurial excellence and commercial vision.
- Community Builder of the Year: Recognising those who cultivate deep, authentic, and engaged digital spaces.
Alongside these major titles, we will also recognise outstanding achievements across every content niche, so excellence is acknowledged throughout the creator economy.
We believe that turning content into a career requires more than just virality; it demands strategic vision, technical artistry, and a relentless focus on creativity. We trade vanity metrics for true mastery, recognising the pioneers who turned a side hustle into a powerhouse profession. Entry to the Awards is free and accessible to all creators – this is your opportunity to step out from behind the camera and into the spotlight.
Abigail Sharp, Awards Manager
The shortlisted candidates are now available to view here - with two categories that need your say! Voting closes on the 10th of July, so vote for your industry hero and community creator now.
