From internationally acclaimed dramas and documentaries to innovative factual, entertainment, comedy and digital productions, Northern Ireland continues to produce some of the most compelling screen content worldwide.
Now, with just two weeks remaining before entries close, the Royal Television Society Northern Ireland (RTS NI) is calling on production companies, broadcasters, streamers, freelancers and on-screen talent to submit their best work via the RTS website.
Supported by BBC Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland Screen, Channel 4, RTÉ and TG4, with headline sponsor Ka-Boom, the winners will be announced at the 11th RTS NI Awards Ceremony which will be held in Titanic Belfast on Thursday 12 November, 2026.
Maeve McLoughlin, Chair of RTS NI, said: “The RTS NI Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the exceptional creativity, talent and ambition that continue to define Northern Ireland’s screen industry. Each year, the awards showcase the breadth and quality of work being produced here, from world-class drama and factual programming to emerging talent and innovative storytelling. Northern Ireland has firmly established itself as a globally recognised centre of creative excellence, with local productions and talent continuing to achieve success on the national and international stage. We look forward to recognising the outstanding achievements of our industry and celebrating the individuals and teams behind the programmes that have captured audiences over the past year.”
Eddie Doyle, Head of Commissioning, BBC Northern Ireland, said: “We’re pleased to support the RTS NI Awards, celebrating the very best of the screen industry in Northern Ireland. The range and quality of entries every year continue to demonstrate the strength of our creative sector and the awards provide an important opportunity to recognise the people producing some of the most imaginative and engaging content on our screens.”
Richard Williams, Chief Executive of Northern Ireland Screen, said: “Northern Ireland’s screen industry continues to grow in reputation and ambition, fuelled by the creativity and expertise of the talented people working across every part of the sector. The RTS NI Awards are an important opportunity to recognise excellence and celebrate the achievements of those working both in front of and behind the camera.”
Zoe McGivern, Chair of the RTS NI Awards 2026, said: “The RTS NI Awards remain the benchmark for excellence in Northern Ireland’s screen industry. Every year, our judges are impressed by the quality of entries and the depth of talent across broadcasting, production, post-production and digital content creation. With the entry deadline fast approaching, we would encourage anyone producing outstanding screen content to get their entries submitted and ensure their work is recognised alongside the very best in the industry.”
Zach Willis, Managing Director of Ka-Boom said: “We are delighted to sponsor the RTS NI Awards once again in 2026. We’re passionate about supporting the development of a strong, sustainable creative industry here, working alongside talent in Northern Ireland to help them tell their stories on national and international platforms. The RTS NI Awards perfectly showcase the exceptional work being produced here, and we look forward to celebrating another year of outstanding achievement that demonstrates the incredible strength of Northern Ireland’s creative sector.”
To qualify for entry, content must have been broadcast on television or released online for the first time between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026, except for the Brian Waddell Award and Hidden Hero Awards which are decided by the RTS NI Committee. Judging in each category will be carried out independently by experienced industry professionals, with finalists announced in September 2026 ahead of the winners being revealed at the RTS NI Awards Ceremony at Titanic Belfast on Thursday 12 November 2026 at Titanic Belfast. To enter go to www.rts.org.uk/ni
The Royal Television Society is an educational charity dedicated to promoting the art and science of television. In Northern Ireland, the RTS is run by a voluntary committee of leading industry professionals.