DSF Pixel Awards

1. Basic Entry Information

You will be asked to provide the following details for each submission:

• Award category
• Project or initiative title
• Company/organization name
• Key partners involved (integrators, technology partners, agencies, etc.)
• Primary contact information
• Client name (optional if confidential)

Tip: Digital signage deployments are often collaborative, we encourage recognition of all contributing partners.

2. Project Overview

Provide a clear summary of the project or initiative.

Typical questions include:

Project Summary Brief description of the project or initiative (150–250 words).

Challenge or Opportunity What problem or opportunity prompted the project?

Solution How did digital signage help address the challenge?

Innovation What makes this project unique or innovative?

Impact What results or outcomes were achieved?

Responses will typically range from 300–800 words per section.

3. Results & Impact

Where possible, include measurable outcomes.

Examples include:

• Audience engagement [ex, % of people/audience who took action based on the experience eg, QR code downloads, to reposting on social, to a purchase – all forms of measurable audience engagement]
• Operational or efficiency improvements –
• Revenue or business impact [ex, sales lifts, through put, larger basket]
• Customer experience improvements did it elevate and improve the physical environment?
• Content performance Team, could we provide definition on what this means, so its not up for interpretation. [This could naturally be covered in Audience Engagement or Business Impact, unless there is another angle that could be measured or reported on
• Scalability - did the solution have the potential to roll out across a network [BW suggest nesting “efficiency” with operational improvements as they are related

Metrics are not required for every submission but can strengthen your entry.

4. Supporting Media

Submissions should include visual assets that help tell the story of your project.

Recommended materials include:

• 3–5 high-quality images
• Photos of the deployment in action. Before / After shots are always impactful!
• Optional supporting documents or diagrams – did the submission get press coverage? If so, send a link!

Accepted formats may include JPG or PNG images.

These materials may also be used for awards promotion if your submission becomes a finalist.

5. Video Submission

Each submission will include a short video (60–90 seconds) that highlights the project or nominee.

Videos do not need to be professionally produced; authenticity and clarity are more important than production value. Videos must be hosted by the nominee so that a link, rather than a file, may be included with the submission.

Your video should include:

• The problem or opportunity addressed
• What makes the solution unique
• The experience created for audiences
• The results or impact achieved

Example formats:

• Team member explaining the project
• Walkthrough of the installation
• Screen capture of content and technology
• Combination of narration and visuals

6. Category-Specific Information

Depending on the award category, additional information may be requested.

Design-focused categories

• Creative concept
• Design inspiration
• Visual storytelling approach

Technical categories

• Technology architecture
• Integration challenges
• Innovation in deployment

Deployment categories

• Scale of rollout
• Implementation timeline
• Operational considerations

Individual awards

• Professional accomplishments
• Leadership contributions
• Industry impact

7. Judging Process

Submissions will be reviewed by an independent panel of industry experts.

Entries will be evaluated based on:

• Innovation
• Creativity and design
• Technical execution
• Measurable [enterprise, commecial and audience] impact
• Overall experience

Specific criteria may vary slightly by category.

8. Submission Timeline

Submissions Open June 1, 2026

Submission Deadline July 15, 2026

Finalists Announced August

Winners Announced At the DSF Pixel Awards Celebration, September 17, 2026

9. Helpful Tips for Strong Submissions

• Focus on storytelling, not just technology
• Clearly explain the problem solved
• Include visual examples
• Provide specific results where possible
• Highlight the collaboration behind the project

Great submissions help judges understand both the idea and the impact.

10. Start Preparing Now

Before submissions open, we recommend gathering:

✔ project details and case study information ✔ supporting images or visuals ✔ partner and client approvals ✔ metrics or results ✔ your 60–90 second video

Preparing these materials in advance will make the submission process quick and easy once the nomination portal opens.