“Announcing the finalists for the 2026 Video & Visual Awards”

Key points

• Finalists praised for putting people at the center of the frame in videos.
• Entries range from global brands to small in-house teams with varying production scales.
• Judges emphasize storytelling and emotional impact over budget size.
• Brendan Gannon comments on value of video as a direct line to audiences.
• Winners' announcement expected in early December.