The Shorty Awards (also known as “The Shortys”) honors the most innovative work globally in digital and social media by brands, agencies, nonprofits and creators.

Founded in 2008, the Shortys’ mission is to connect, celebrate, inspire and advance excellence in digital storytelling. There are two annual competitions, the flagship Shorty Awards and Shorty Impact Awards dedicated to honoring purpose-driven work.

Entries are peer-reviewed and judged on the merits of creativity, strategy, and effectiveness by the Real Time Academy - a prestigious, diverse and inclusive community of 2,000+ award-winning creatives, marketers and strategists. The public can also weigh in and select their favorite Shorty Awards contenders during Audience Honor Voting.

Notable winners include brands and organizations such as Chipotle, Duolingo, Marvel Studios, HBO, Red Bull, Airbnb, Nestle, BMW, Delta Airlines, dentsu, Digitas, Edelman, Havas, UNICEF, HRC…and influential individuals such as Malala Yousafzai, Trevor Noah, Michelle Obama, Conan O’Brien, Lady Gaga, Bill Nye, Lizzo and more.