AXIS Awards

The AXIS Awards celebrate creativity and innovation in New Zealand’s advertising industry, recognising work that makes an impact and sets a standard of quality. AXIS highlights achievements across a wide range of disciplines, from strategic thinking to production craft, honouring the ideas and execution that bring campaigns to life.

Call for Entry

Get all the details you need for submitting entries into the 2025 AXIS Awards.

Finalists

View the finalists of the 2025 AXIS Awards.

Winners

View the winners of the 2025 AXIS Awards.

2025 AXIS Chair & Creative Council

The Comms Council is proud to introduce Gary Steele, Chief Creative Officer of DDB New Zealand, as the Chairperson for the 2025 AXIS Awards.

With a vision to elevate the AXIS Awards to new heights, Gary has curated a distinguished Creative Council, drawing talent from both leading agencies and production companies across Aotearoa. This team will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the awards, ensuring they continue to honour the best creative work in New Zealand.

The Creative Council members will serve a two-year term, with exciting changes planned for the 2025 event and beyond.

2025 AXIS Jury Presidents

The Jury Presidents have been selected on the basis of long-term track records of creative brilliance with proven expertise in the categories for which they are responsible for judging.