The DSTV Content Creator Awards have been running for three years and I am proud to say I’ve been a nominee each year. For the past two years there were no gaming specific categories. I was nominated in Podcast of the year 2022 for Tech Girl Talks and in the Sports Fan category in 2023 for my work in esports. This year the awards have a Gaming Creator of the year award and I’ve been nominated.
The annual awards event showcases creators across various categories which adapt and change each year. The Gaming Creator category is a new one. I think the judges will have their work cut out for them because I definitely don’t fit the brief. As an esports commentator my content focuses on competitive Counter-Strike and commentary around international tournaments. Competitive Counter-Strike is a niche of esports and a niche of the game itself, both of which would arguably be niches of gaming. I don’t live stream or produce gameplay. So I think my very unique position will probably work against me if judging criteria is set a specific way to focus on gaming as a whole. Should be interesting!
On the carpet at the 2022 Awards – nominee in Podcast of the YearCharis Coleman, Head of Digital Content for the MultiChoice Group had this to say about the awards:
The DSTV Content Creator Awards have quickly become a highlight on the digital and social calendar, providing a platform to showcase the creativity and innovation that drives our content creation industry. This year’s nominee list is a testament to the diverse and vibrant talent that continues to shape the digital landscape.
On the carpet as a nominee for Sports Fan of the year 2023Tech Girl Talks Podcast nominated for a DSTV Content Creator Award 2022
The awards event takes place on Saturday 12 October in Johannesburg, tickets go on sale soon. To preregister for tickets, or for more information on the DStv Content Creator Awards, visit www.contentcreatorawards.co.za
