INMA's 30 under 30 Awards for Young Professionals in the News Media Industry 2026

Deadline: Jun 19, 2026

other

12 Months (duration)

unfunded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📝 About INMA's 30 Under 30 Awards

The news media industry is eager to welcome young professionals who bring fresh perspectives and innovation. Representing Millennial and Generation Z voices, these individuals rejuvenate workplace cultures and help reimagine news brands in a complex digital environment. They are the future of the industry.

Through its Young Professionals Initiative, the International News Media Association (INMA) seeks to identify 30 rising stars in news media who demonstrate:

Early career achievements
Insights into innovation
Ability to influence
Likely management skills

These professionals will be recognized across various functions, including advertising, audience, business intelligence, content and product, and leadership roles at media companies.

🎁 Benefits of INMA's 30 Under 30 Awards

Recipients of this prestigious award will enjoy:

Global recognition through a virtual announcement, INMA.org blog, and press release
Certificate of recognition
Social media badge for personal use
Access to two INMA virtual Master Classes of their choice
One-year membership with INMA
Free ticket to "Media Innovation Week 2025," part of the INMA conference

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the INMA's 30 Under 30 Awards, applicants must:

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
Have demonstrated expertise and accomplishments in their career
Exhibit soft skills that make a great leader or show talent, such as:
- Knowledge-hungry
- Team player
- Entrepreneurial spirit

📅 Application Date and Process

Deadline: June 19, 2026
Visit the official application website to apply.

🌟 Opportunity Details

For more information about the INMA's 30 Under 30 Awards, visit the official INMA website.

📢 Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact the International News Media Association (INMA) directly through their official website.

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

Benefits

Global recognition in a virtual announcement, INMA.org blog, and press release.
Certificate of recognition
Social media badge for the recipients leisure usage
Access to two INMA virtual Master Classes of their choice
One-year (12 Months) membership INMA
A free ticket to "Media Innovation Week 2025, which is part of the INMA conference.

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