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Indepreneur presents

The 2nd Annual Indie Awards

Win an IndiePro+ Annual Membership (w/ the IndieCRM) For Nominating & Voting!

Indepreneur is proud to announce our second annual IndieAwards!

Submit your nominations today to be automatically entered to win an IndiePro+ Annual membership (including the IndieCRM) just for nominating yourself and other indies!

Nominations are now closed! 

Check back soon for voting!


WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:

  • An interview and music feature on the Creative Juice Podcast!...
  • Features in our weekly newsletter and social media!...
  • A special gift from our friends at DiscMakers!...
  • Custom IndieGear and various other swag!...
  • A customized trophy!...

...and, a seat in the Pilot Program for our IndieAward Success Circle, where you’ll receive guidance on your career from our IndieX account specialists as well as dedicated budget to put toward your marketing goals!

And that's not all! It's not just winners taking home prizes!

In addition to the IndieAwards prizes, we're also rewarding indies who participate in the nomination process! And all you have to do is submit a nomination–or several. Once submitted, you'll be given a unique points code that gives you more chances to win.

And what is it that you might win? How about...

An entire year of IndiePro+ including our IndieCRM! 

Check out the categories below!

Foundations Award | 100 points

Nominations Closed

The Foundations Award recognizes artists who excel in building the essential groundwork for their music career. This award combines the crucial elements of introducing your music to new audiences and educating fans about your artistry.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Generating new attention and creating "first touches" with a broad audience

☑️ Effective use of top-of-funnel campaigns (i.e. Fan/Follower Finder, $1/Day Ads)

☑️ Educating fans about your story, motivations, and artistry through content

☑️ Producing consistent, high-quality top-of-funnel content

☑️ Developing a strong brand presence across social media

☑️ Implementing a great organic social media strategy

☑️ Having music released and readily available

Builder Award | 100 points

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The Builder Award recognizes artists who excel in constructing a direct and personal connection with their audience. This award celebrates the crucial step of obtaining permission to engage in one-on-one communication with fans, laying the foundation for a strong, lasting relationship.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Building a robust list of engaged supporters who have given consent for direct communication
☑️ Crafting compelling "asks" that encourage fans to opt-in with their contact information
☑️ Successfully executing paid and/or organic campaigns to grow a fan base
☑️ Implementing and managing an effective email and/or text system
☑️ Creating and optimizing well-performing lead magnets

Cultivator Award | 100 points

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The Cultivator Award celebrates artists who excel in nurturing and maintaining strong, ongoing relationships with their fan base. This award recognizes the crucial role of consistent engagement in fostering a dedicated and enthusiastic audience.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Developing strategies to keep fans invested and excited about the artist's journey
☑️ Demonstrating the ability to keep fans connected and interested over time
☑️ Transforming cold or disengaged fans into active, excited supporters
☑️ Creating and maintaining a consistent stream of engaging content
☑️ Cultivating fan relationships across all stages of the Buddy System
☑️ Implementing effective post-purchase nurturing series
☑️ Maintaining high levels of email/text list engagement

Money Maker Award | 100 points

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The Money Maker Award recognizes artists who have mastered the art of monetizing their music career through effective offers, promotions, and fan engagement strategies. This award celebrates those who have successfully translated their artistic efforts into sustainable revenue streams.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Designing and promoting high-tier offerings such as paid memberships, VIP experiences, or exclusive product clubs
☑️ Creating compelling first offers that successfully convert listeners into customers
☑️ Showing ability to ascend customer value through targeted offers to existing fans
☑️ Balancing creativity and business acumen in offer creation and promotion
☑️ Developing and executing high-performing sales promotions
☑️ Crafting effective album/product launch experiences
☑️ Implementing revenue-driving email campaigns
☑️ Demonstrating year-over-year income growth
☑️ Maintaining a strategic promotional calendar

Merch Maniac Award | 100 points

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The Merch Maniac Award celebrates artists who have elevated their merchandise game to an art form in itself. This award recognizes those who go above and beyond in creating unique, creative, and meaningful physical representations of their music and brand.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Designing unique and creative merchandise that extends the artist's musical world
☑️ Showing a strong understanding of fan desires and preferences in merch creation
☑️ Implementing excellent fulfillment practices to ensure customer satisfaction
☑️ Offering fans tangible ways to connect with and celebrate the artist's music
☑️ Demonstrating innovation in bringing music into the physical realm
☑️ Creating clever merch pairings and bundles that enhance fan value
☑️ Using merchandise as an additional canvas for artistic expression

Tour Titan Award | 100 points

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The Tour Titan Award celebrates artists who have conquered the challenging world of live performances and touring. This award recognizes those who have successfully taken their music on the road, connecting with fans face-to-face and expanding their reach beyond digital platforms.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Demonstrating growth in fans, customers, and permission list through touring
☑️ Showing ability to balance touring with other aspects of their music career
☑️ Using tours as a platform for deeper fan engagement and brand building
☑️ Taking full responsibility for selling their own tickets
☑️ Completing at least one tour (minimum of three shows)
☑️ Effectively promoting and marketing live shows
☑️ Creating memorable live experiences for fans
☑️ Managing the logistical challenges of touring

Breakout Indie Award | 100 points

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The Breakout Indie Award celebrates artists who have experienced a significant and rapid acceleration in their music career. This award recognizes those who, after persistent effort, have found their stride and are making remarkable progress in a short amount of time.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Displaying a positive attitude and enthusiasm that inspires others in the community
☑️ Demonstrating high motivation and excitement to learn and apply new skills
☑️ Exhibiting a notable increase in fan engagement, sales, or other key metrics
☑️ Effectively applying marketing strategies to gain momentum
☑️ Quickly adopting and implementing Indepreneur strategies
☑️ Showing substantial growth over a relatively short period
☑️ Overcoming previous career plateaus or obstacles

Indie Of The Year Award | 100 points

Nominations Closed

The Indie Of The Year Award is the highest honor in our community, recognizing an artist who exemplifies the spirit of independent music-making in all aspects of their career. This award celebrates an individual who has consistently demonstrated growth, resilience, and leadership over an extended period.

  • Key Aspects

  • Nominations Questions

☑️ Demonstrating long-term dedication and perseverance in building their music business
☑️ Implementing a comprehensive and highly functional Buddy System in their career
☑️ Innovating in their approach to fan engagement, marketing, or music distribution
☑️ Being an active, supportive, and helpful presence in the Indepreneur community
☑️ Showing steady, sustainable growth across all areas of their music career
☑️ Embodying the values and principles of successful independent artistry
☑️ Serving as an inspiration and role model for other independent artists
☑️ Balancing artistic integrity with effective business practices