Create Student Awards 2024
Celebrating our students
For the last nine years, the annual Create Student Awards has been the flagship end of year celebratory event for the Salford School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology. Across nine categories, the awards recognise and formally commend the incredible achievements and successes of final year and postgraduate, plus our alumni.
We are delighted to present our 2024 finalists, judging panel and industry contributors. This year’s VIP ceremony took place at The Lowry on Thursday 6th June. For more information about our School and our stories, follow us for year round coverage on our socials.
Click on the image to read what each of our finalists had to say about their nomination.
Photography by our Level 5 BA (Hons) Photography students Sierra Miller and Sean Maguire, as part of their work placement module.
Outstanding Commitment Award
Sustainability Award
International Student Award
Community Engagement Award
Student Engagement Award
Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity Award
Industry Engagement Award
The Dean's Award for Academic Achievement
Alumni Achievement Award
Here at the Salford School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology, we pride ourselves on our unique partnerships and strong collaborative relationships with peers in the creative industries and professional sectors. We are delighted to have the support of many of these valued colleagues for this year’s ceremony, many who have contributed to the judging process and will join us at the ceremony to announce the 2024 winners.
Industry judges and presenters
Fabian Bohan-Taghian, Series Producer and Development Executive
Darren Grice, Director of Culture, Salford Culture and Place Partnership
Dr Steve Henderson, Festival Director/CEO, Manchester Animation Festival
Emmy Lahouel, Salford Alumna, Producer/Director/Dance Theatre Maker
Sameed Rezayan, Head of Learning, Factory International
Siân Roberts, Director, From the Other
Gaynor Seville, Creative Director, The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery
Mike Scott, Executive Creative Director, The Hut Group
Alex Smith, Sustainability Manager, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery
The University judging panel plays an integral part in the production of Create Student Awards. Meeting annually, the group includes senior representatives from within the Salford School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology. It is their substantial and varied experience in the University and cultural sectors that ensures a range of knowledge and expertise throughout the rigorous shortlisting process, choosing our finalists from the 99 nominations received.
Click on the image to find out more about our University of Salford judging panel!
Photography by our Level 5 BA (Hons) Photography students Sierra Miller and Sean Maguire, as part of their work placement module.