Road to Keyframe: Pre-Nomination Guide & Selection Process
Fast Facts for Press
The path to honors has officially been laid out. The Keyframe team has finalized the roadmap leading up to the main night: Submissions close on October 30, voting starts on November 4, voting closes on December 20, and the main virtual event is on January 9, 2027!
To keep the energy sky-high and ensure only the absolute best visual art reaches the final stage, we are introducing a competitive new dynamic: there will be a ten daily voting limit per category once public voting goes live!
Important Timeline Milestones
- October 30, 2026: Nomination Submissions officially close. All entry links must be submitted in the platform database by this date.
- November 4, 2026: The Public Voting Bracket opens. Official nominations go live, and community voting begins.
- December 20, 2026: Public voting closes. Final standings and winners are locked in.
- January 9, 2027: The Main Virtual Event! Winners across all categories are officially crowned.
How to Prepare Before Submissions Close
Before October 30, make sure you have chosen your best possible edit, secured a direct public URL from TikTok, YouTube Shorts, or Instagram Reels, and aligned your nomination with the proper category group.
The race begins soon. Prepare your sequences, rally your supporters, and get ready for a thrilling competition!