PR Daily’s 2026 Social Media & Digital Awards finalists announced

Social and digital channels continue to redefine how brands connect, engage and inspire — but it’s the talented teams and individuals behind the work who make the real impact. From crafting scroll-stopping content to building thriving online communities, this year’s finalists are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the digital space. PR Daily’s 2026 Social Media & Digital Awards honor the most innovative, strategic and results-driven work across a wide range of categories, including social media campaigns, video, influencer marketing, digital storytelling, analytics and more. These finalists exemplify the creativity, agility and insight required to succeed in today’s fast-moving digital landscape — raising the bar for the entire industry. In addition to category honors, the program recognizes standout achievements such as Campaign, Agency and Team of the Year — celebrating those whose work not only captured attention but delivered measurable impact. “Congratulations to this year’s finalists,” said Brendan Gannon, senior marketing manager for Ragan’s and PR Daily’s Award programs. “Your work demonstrates the power of digital communications to inform, engage and drive real results. The level of innovation and storytelling we saw this year made selecting finalists an exciting challenge for our judges.” Browse the full list of finalists
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