Recognising the next generation of Irish journalists, filmmakers, and broadcasters, the National Student Media Awards celebrate excellence in student media
The National Student Media Awards (SMEDIA’s), Ireland‘s longest-running student awards event, are returning this year for the 25th year. They honour young and upcoming talent in the Irish media industry.
What are the SMEDIA’s?
The National Student Media Awards are a well-known awards ceremony celebrating the best of Irish students involved in multimedia. They were created to recognise and reward excellence across different categories, in journalism, digital media, broadcasting, film and more.
The awards attract notable media industry leaders and famous Irish personalities every year.
Some of last year’s categories have included Journalist of the Year, Sports Writer of the Year, Short Film of the Year, and Radio Tri Gaeilge.
Some of the students who won previously have gone on to work for major media outlets including RTÉ, Newstalk FM, 98FM, Spin1038, The Irish Examiner and Today FM.
Moreover, the SMEDIAs have had an array of impressive presenters and judges, such as Academy Award nominee Lenny Abramson, Game of Thrones star Liam Cunningham, TV presenter and personality Laura Whitmore and Miss Universe winner Roz Purcell.
What speaks for applying to the SMEDIAs?
- Recognition: The prestigious sMEDIAS awards reward achievements and exceptional talent in the digital field. The awards are also recognised by potential employers in the digital field.
- Networking: The awards ceremony provides an opportunity to connect with industry professionals, potential employers, and fellow students.
- Professional Growth: The submitted piece will be reviewed by leading creatives in the field. It is an opportunity to sharpen skills and gain experience.
Key information regarding eligibility criteria, key dates, and the submission process
- Applications open on February 14 and close on March 12.
- Successful applicants will be shortlisted between March 19 – 25.
- Our panel of judges will be assessing applicant submissions between March 26 – 30
- The awards ceremony will take place on April 9th, at the Mansion House in Dublin.
The SMEDIAs are open to any students from any college across Ireland. Further information regarding the submission process and categories for 2025 is available on www.oxygen.ie.