After an outstanding evening of celebrations and rewards of all things video at the first ever BRAVES Awards, the much deserved winners are now safe in the knowledge they will remain the heroes of video advertising for another year to come.

“The night was dedicated to recognising the very best branded content from all over the globe, setting the standard in video excellence. The shortlist proved that innovative and creative thinking in video advertising and branded content is alive and well in all the corners of the world.  With this launch year attracting over 160 entries and taking place on the big screen in front of an audience of over 250, it has been a true testament to the importance brand video has on the advertising industry.” Charlie Crowe, CEO, C Squared

The BRAVES had a judging panel of over 40 judges included personalities from the likes of Facebook, Unilever, Diageo, Heineken, Adidas as well as IAB Europe, each of which had a tough job getting the entries down to the final award winning campaigns.  Click here to see the full list of judges.

The heroic winners of the BRAVES Awards 2012 are as follows:

TECHNICAL BRAVES  - Sponsored by Preview Networks

Best Video Service
SocialVibe

Award for Technical Innovation
Autonomy

Best Video Analytics Solution
Ooyala

Best Content Distribution Service
Unruly

CAMPAIGN BRAVES - Sponsored by Unruly

Best Adaptation of a TV Ad
Jumeirah Group - Leave the ordinary behind

Best Video Sponsorship
Microsoft - Hyundai's New Thinkers Index

Best Viral Video
Studio Output - Great films fill rooms

CAMPAIGN GRAND PRIX
Jumeirah Group - Leave the ordinary behind

CONTENT BRAVES - Sponsored by BCMA

Best Art Direction/Photography
Young & Rubicam NY - A world made simpler by Xerox

Best Brand Channel
LBi - XperiaStudio.com

Best Branded Content (Entertainment)
Euro RSCG London - Chivas consideration

Best Branded Content (Factual)
OgilvyEntertainment - DuPont horizons

Best Short Form Branded Content
Starcom MediaVest Group - Bing Holiday Rudolph

Best Long Form Branded Content
OgilvyEntertainment - DuPont horizons

CONTENT GRAND PRIX
Young & Rubicam NY - A world made simpler by Xerox

CHAIRMANS AWARD - Sponsored and chosen by Go Viral

Studio Output - Great films fill rooms

If you wish to find out about BRAVES Awards 2013 or want to take a look at the photos from this unique event experience, check out www.thebraveawards.com