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Recognising emerging motion design talent
Welcome to the Australian Emerging Motion Awards (AEMA), the premier platform for showcasing and supporting the next generation of motion design talent in Australia and New Zealand. Our mission is to identify, recognize, and promote talented young motion designers under the age of 25, fostering creativity and providing a platform for emerging artists to display their work. Join us as we celebrate the future of motion design.
Meet the judges
Your submissions will be judged by a panel of industry professionals and experienced motion designers. We've got some of the best talent in the biz here to see your work!
Frequently asked questions
Why should I enter my work?
Entering your work in AEMA provides an opportunity to showcase your talent, gain recognition for your creativity, and to connect with industry professionals or other emerging motion designers. It's a chance to elevate your career and join a supportive community of people with similar passions.
What do I need to submit?
You'll need to submit a non-commercial motion design project, along with a brief description of the project, some information about yourself, your role in its creation, and any relevant technical details. Make sure to review the submission guidelines for specific requirements and format specifications.
What are the judges looking for?
Our judges are looking for originality, creativity, technical skill, and a clear concept in the submitted works. They will assess each entry based on creative and innovative ideas, visual impact, storytelling ability, and overall execution.
Who can enter?
AEMA is open to young and emerging motion designers under the age of 25 residing in Australia or New Zealand. We welcome submissions from students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals. LGBTQIA+, Indigenous and otherwise culturally, ethnically or linguistically diverse people are encourager to enter!
What could I win?
Winners will receive a variety of prizes from our fantastic sponsors depending on the category, an official certificate, and major bragging rights. Additionally, your work will be showcased on our website, social media channels, and in press releases, giving you exposure to a broad audience of industry professionals and potential employers.
When are the awards?
The AEMA awards will be held annually. The submission period opens several months before the awards ceremony, with winners announced during a virtual event. Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for exact dates and deadlines.
Meet our sponsors
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Ben Marriott is an Aussie motion designer, well known for his best-in-class online tutorials and courses. Many emerging motion designers have already learned from Ben's videos at one point or another, and AEMA is thrilled to have his support.
aescripts + aeplugins is a repository and marketplace of plugins tools for leading 2D and 3D software packages such as After Effects, Premiere, and Cinema 4D.
GarageFarm offers cloud rendering solutions for motion design projects, removing the limitations of processing power from your motion design workflow. Their service includes 24/7 support, compatibility with all major 3D software, and affordable rendering.
Requiring no introduction, Maxon develops the powerful yet approachable industry-standard tools of the motion design industry, including Cinema 4D, Redshift Renderer, ZBrush, Red Giant software and the Trapcode Suite.
The Node is Australia's premier motion design and animation network, and the host of Australia's largest and most exciting motion design conference and party. They also provide an artist directory, jobs board, industry news, and community Slack group.
Hosted by the renowned Hailey Akins, Motion Hatch makes it almost impossible to fail at starting or growing your motion design business, so you can thrive as an artist. They run the population Motion Hatch Podcast, as well as business-oriented courses such as Client Quest.
Smoosh Workstations specialises in high-performance workstations for creative professionals, including custom systems built specifically for motion designers. Initially formed by a team at a creative studio, their workstations are built by creatives, for creatives.
AEMA operates on the land of the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. In the spirit of reconciliation, AEMA acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and recognises their continuing connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging.
