The Streamy Awards honors excellence in online video and the creators behind it in over 45 awards categories. The 2021 Streamy Awards is broken up into three separate sections: Streamy Awards, Streamys Social Good Awards, and Streamys Brand Awards.
The Streamy Awards is the foremost recognition by which online creators and their work is celebrated.
Creator of the Year
Individual or group
Show of the Year
Channel, show, series, or video
International
Channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video produced or based outside of the United States and Canada
Short Form
Channel, creator, series, short form or social video feautring vertically-oriented videos limited to sixty seconds including TikToks, Reels, and YouTube Shorts
Breakout Creator
Individual featured in a channel, series, show, short form or social video not previously nominated
Collaboration
Collaboration between two or more performers from different channels, series, short form or social videos, or shows
Crossover
Public figure embracing digital culture and demonstrating best practices
First Person
Channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video predominantly featuring one character addressing the audience directly, including vlog channels
Livestreamer
Channel, creator, show, short form or social video featuring live, real-time interactive video
Indie Series
Episodic series or show produced primarily without funds and resources from a studio or network
Live Show
Event, series, show, or special featuring live, real-time interactive video
Podcast
Episodic audio or video podcast series
Scripted Series
Comedic or dramatic scripted episodic series or show
Unscripted Series
Non-fiction or unscripted episodic series or show featuring vlogging, non-fiction, or reality programming
Animated
Animated channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video predominantly featuring non live-action elements
Beauty
Beauty channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including tutorials, reviews, and how-tos
Comedy
Comedy channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video
Commentary
Commentary channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including reactions, reviews, and video essays.
Dance
Dance channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including performances and tutorials
Documentary
Documentary or investigative channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video
Fashion and Style
Fashion or Style channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including clothing, accessories, haul videos, and how-tos
Food
Food or cuisine channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including cooking shows and how-tos
Gaming
Gaming channel, creator, series, short form or social video, or show including let’s play, walkthroughs, battles, and machinima
Health and Wellness
Health or wellness channel, series, short form or social video, or show including nutrition, fitness, and mental health programming
Kids and Family
Kids and family channel, series, short form or social video, or show including children’s programming
Learning and Education
Learning, education, or informative creator, series, show, short form or social video including science or educational programming, explainers, how-tos, life hacks, and tutorials
Lifestyle
Lifestyle channel, series, short form or social video, or show including daily vlogs and travel
News
News channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including archival programs, current events, explainers, and recaps
Science and Engineering
Channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video that uses science and engineering to entertain and inspire
Sports
Sports channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including professional, alternative, and amateur sports
Technology
Technology channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video including tech and consumer programming, how-tos, and breakdowns
Cinematography
Cinematography for a channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video
Editing
Editing for a channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video
Visual and Special Effects
Visual and special effects for a channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video
Writing
Writing for a channel, creator, series, show, short form or social video
The Streamys Social Good Awards honors individuals and organizations who use online video and social media to amplify their message, foster engagement, and increase participation to make a greater, more meaningful impact.
Legacy Award
Honoring a creator who demonstrates extraordinary commitment to a humanitarian cause and inspires their audience to make a profound and lasting impact on a grand scale
Company or Brand
Honoring a company or brand for its commitment to a non-profit or NGO to achieve measurable social impact
Creator
Honoring a creator's outstanding humanitarian efforts (funds raised, impact, audience engagement) over the past year
Nonprofit or NGO
Honoring a nonprofit or NGO for achieving a measurable social impact utilizing one or more creators
The Streamys Brand Awards spotlights brand advertising innovation, the creative individuals behind it, and the new wave of celebrities who are helping brands deliver their message.
Brand of the Year
Brand who has consistently demonstrated outstanding work throughout its campaigns and initiatives over the past year
Agency of the Year
Agency who has consistently demonstrated outstanding work for its brand clients over the past year
Brand as Creator
Brands that model best practices of content creation and community engagement like creators, giving viewers on one or a variety of platforms regular content that entertains, informs, or inspires
Brand Engagement
Campaign that has utilized influencers and content creators to help consumers engage with a brand
Branded Series
Branded series that engages audiences with innovative use of original online video and best practices in social media
Branded Video
Single branded video that engages audiences with innovative use of original online video and best practices in social media
Creator Product
Original product developed, branded, and marketed by a creator
Influencer Campaign
Creator-driven branded online and short form or social video campaigns
Low Budget High Impact
Smaller campaigns that punched above their weight with organic reach and high ROI that matches or exceeds the results of marketeers with much larger budgets
Social Impact Campaign
Multi-platform campaign to raise awareness or funds for a cause with tangible results
