INMA “30 Under 30” Awards for Young News Media Professionals 2026

Deadline: Jun 19, 2026

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unfunded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

🏆 About the Awards

The International News Media Association (INMA) aims to recognize 30 rising stars in the news media industry through its Young Professionals Initiative. These awards celebrate early career achievements, innovation, influence, and leadership potential across various functions such as advertising, audience engagement, business intelligence, content creation, product development, and leadership roles.

The program seeks outstanding individuals based on merit while ensuring diversity across race, creed, color, gender, and more. This initiative highlights the importance of Millennial and Generation Z voices in rejuvenating workplace cultures and reimagining news brands in a complex digital environment.

🎁 Benefits

Recipients of the INMA “30 Under 30” Awards will enjoy the following benefits:

Global recognition through a virtual announcement, INMA.org blog, and press release.
Certificate of recognition.
Social media badge for personal use.
Free access to two INMA virtual Master Classes of their choice.
12-month membership in INMA (for non-member applicants).
Complimentary ticket to Madrid's Media Innovation Week in September 2026 (conference part only).

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the awards, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be employed by a news media company.
Be under the age of 30 as of June 19, 2026.
Be a big-picture thinker with the ability to shape the news media industry.
Demonstrate expertise and accomplishments in their career.
Exhibit soft skills that make a great leader or show talent, such as being knowledge-hungry, a team player, and having an entrepreneurial spirit.

📅 Application Date and Process

Candidates can apply directly via the online application form.
The application deadline is June 19, 2026.

🌐 Learn More and Apply

For more details about the INMA “30 Under 30” Awards, visit the official INMA website.

📌 Key Dates

Application Deadline: June 19, 2026

This opportunity is a fantastic chance for young professionals to gain recognition and further their careers in the news media industry. Don't miss out!

Benefits

Global recognition in a virtual announcement, INMA.org blog, and press release
Certificate of recognition
Social media badge that can be used at the recipient’s leisure
Free access to 2 INMA virtual Master Classes of their choosing
12-month membership in INMA (for non-member applicants)
A complimentary ticket to Madrid's Media Innovation Week in September 2026 (conference part only)

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