18 October 2023
Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
Content Innovation Awards 2023
The Content Innovation Awards, now in its 9th year, offers an unparalleled experience and celebration of the biggest and brightest stars in the TV industry.
ABOUT US
The Content Innovation Awards is set to return to Cannes for its 9th year, in an exclusive partnership with MIPCOM. This prestigious event aims to celebrate companies that are making significant contributions to the transformation of the global television industry.
As the television industry continues to evolve rapidly, it is crucial to recognise and honour those companies that are at the forefront of innovation. The Content Innovation Awards provide a platform for industry leaders to showcase their achievements, celebrate their outstanding content and share their insights with the global television community.
The awards cover a wide range of categories, including Best New Scripted Series, Best Documentary, FAST Channel of the Year, The Sustainability & Innovation Award, and The Representation & Inclusion Award, among others. These categories reflect the diverse and dynamic nature of the television industry today.
The final deadline for entry submissions was July 28. The shortlist is here.
Useful Information
The Categories
The Content Innovation Awards are an annual event that celebrates the outstanding achievements of producers, creators, and distributors in the industry. This prestigious event is returning to Cannes this year, bringing together the very best in the business. From best drama series to best documentary, there is a category for every genre and type of content waiting for you to enter and showcase your exceptional talent and creativity!
Entry Tips
When it comes to composing entries that have the best chance of winning, there are a few key things that our judges will be looking for. First and foremost, originality is important. Our judges want to see entries that stand out from the crowd and offer a fresh take on programming. They will be looking for unique ideas and innovative approaches. Find out what makes a successful entry below.
Code of Conduct
Content Innovation Awards (CIAs) believe our community should be truly open and inclusive to everyone. We believe that maintaining a friendly, safe and welcoming environment is of utmost importance. This code of conduct serves as a guide for participants to understand the expectations of their behavior and the consequences of any unacceptable actions.
Venue
Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
The Content Innovation Awards will be held in the Grand Auditorium of the Palais des Festivals, adding to the magic and allure of the occasion.

Content Innovation Awards 2022 Highlights
Irvine Welsh’s Crime, Once Upon a Time in Londongrad and The Masked Singer were among the stand-out shows celebrating success at the 8th Content Innovation Awards (CIA), which took place on November 15 at Church House Westminster in London.
Companies including YouTube, Cineflix Rights, Banijay Rights and BBC Studios also took home prizes in key Awards categories at the annual CIA’s, which are run by industry-leading title Television Business International (TBI).