Sound Design & Use of Music Jury
- D&AD Awards 2025
The creation of a sound, or sounds, for a brand and the composition of music for commercial design, gaming and advertising projects. Includes sonic logos, sounds and mnemonic audio, as well as music curation online and in-store that reinforces a brand’s identity.
Judges will prioritise craft over idea in this category.
Have a look at the subcategories below and download the entry kit for more information.
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Subcategories
You can enter your work in the following subcategories.
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3901 - Sound Design
Sound created for film, audio and gaming projects, where the design concept and craft bring the idea to life. -
3902 - Original Composition
Original music that has been specially composed for film, audio and gaming projects. Where the composition is informed by the piece it was commissioned for. -
3903 - Existing Music
Existing music that's been applied to film, audio and gaming projects and works perfectly with the picture. -
3904 - Adapted Music
An adapted, re-recorded or remixed version of an existing piece of music applied to film, audio and gaming projects. -
3905 - Artist & Brand Collaboration
A creative partnership between an artist or producer and a brand, who collaborate to develop and integrate a distinctive audio identity, including music and sound elements and/or sonic logos, into the brand's marketing campaigns, products, or overall identity. -
3906 - Audio Composition
The use of complementary audio elements, and the craft of bringing them together, to create a cohesive whole. Includes mixing and use of voice, sound editing, sound design and music. -
3907 - Social & Experiential
Sound design, soundscapes, or music created specifically for social and immersive experiences such as brand activations, installations and pop-ups. -
3908 - Sonic Brand Identity
The design of a cohesive sonic identity that complements and elevates a brand across multiple customer touchpoints. Includes sonic logos, branded music, product sounds, and curated music experiences, both online and in-store, all working to reinforce the brand’s identity.
