Sports Entertainment

footballer Erling Haaland looking into camera wearing a white Nike vest

Awaken Your Madness, 750mph, Magna Studios

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Overview

Branded and brand-funded sports entertainment that people feel compelled to watch, seek out and share. Includes feature films, documentaries, gaming, audio, live events and experiences, and the use of immersive technologies to blend real and virtual worlds. Commercials should be entered into appropriate Film, Craft and/or Audio categories.

Subcategories

  • 5401 - Integrated

  • 5402 - Short Form

  • 5403 - Long Form Film

  • 5404 - Audio

  • 5405 - Use of Athlete & Talent

  • 5406 - Experiential

  • 5407 - Challenger Brand

  • 5408 - Fan Engagement

  • 5409 - Real-Time Response

  • 5410 - Esports

  • 5411 - Social Content & Creators

  • 5412 - Innovation

  • 5413 - Publishers & Platforms

  • 5414 - Use of AI & Technology

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