Texas Creator Awards 2027
The best creators in Texas, judged by people who make things.
Podcasters, YouTubers, streamers, writers and short-form creators — if you make it in Texas, this is your award.
How it works
- Fans nominate
Free. Tell us who deserves it. Every nominee hears about it. - Creators enter
Submit your best work in as many categories as fit. - Judges score
Named Texas creators and media pros score every entry on published criteria. - Fans vote
Finalists compete for People’s Choice — free, one vote per day.
Categories
Podcast: Audio
Best audio podcast made in Texas. Interview, narrative, solo or panel.
Podcast: Video
Best video podcast or video-first talk show.
YouTube Long-Form
Documentaries, vlogs, tutorials and reviews over 8 minutes.
Short-Form Video
TikTok, Reels and Shorts. One standout piece or a body of work.
Livestreamer
Twitch, YouTube Live, Facebook Live or Instagram Live.
Written: Newsletter & Blog
Newsletters, blogs and written series.
Music Creator
Artists and creators building an audience online.
Texas Travel & History
Creators showing the rest of the world what Texas is.
Food & Drink Creator
Recipes, reviews, BBQ, Tex-Mex and everything in between.
Comedy Creator
Sketch, stand-up clips, characters and bits.
Rising Creator
Under 10,000 followers across platforms. Reduced fee.
Texas Creator of the Year
Chosen by the judges from all category winners. No separate entry.
People's Choice
Voted by the public from all finalists. Free to vote.
Why it's judged, not just voted
Last time, fans nominated by the hundreds — and the creator with the biggest following won the most nominations. That's great energy, but it isn't a fair way to pick the best work. So fans still get their say through free nominations and the People's Choice award, while a named panel scores every entry on published criteria.