It’s that time of year again—the 2025 Buma Music in Media Awards (MIMAs) are officially open for submissions! These prestigious awards, now in their ninth edition, celebrate the incredible role of music in media across categories like film, documentaries, podcasts, advertising, games, and more.

Calling All Our Composers! As one of our valued collaborators, this is your chance to showcase your talent on a national stage. The MIMAs not only honor the best in the industry but also provide an incredible opportunity to gain recognition from top professionals. We’ve had the honor of seeing our composers’ work recognized at the MIMAs in past years. It’s a testament to the artistry and innovation that we’re so proud to support. Let’s make 2025 another award-winning year!  

Key Categories for 2025 From traditional scores to experimental soundscapes, the MIMAs offer a category for every music professional:  

  • Film: Recognizing composers of original scores for feature films or animations.
  • Documentary: Honoring original music for documentaries or series.
  • Advertising: Celebrating music composed specifically for commercials.
  • Games: Highlighting composers of original game scores.
  • Podcasts: Acknowledging the unique role of music in podcast storytelling.
  • Experience: Featuring music created for immersive formats like theater, VR, or Metaverse.
  • Sync Categories: Rewarding exceptional use of existing songs in media.
  • New Talent: Shining a spotlight on emerging composers.

How to Participate

If you’ve created music for media that premiered or was first publicly shown in the past year, don’t miss this opportunity! Submit your work before January 12, 2025, at 23:59 CET. Let’s make this a year to remember—together, we can take home that award!

Submission form: https://mimas.awardsplatform.com/