THE 14TH ANNUAL SHORTY AWARDS

The Shorty Awards honor the best of social media and digital. View this season's finalists!

Industry

See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Auto See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Beauty See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Business to Business See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Consumer Brand See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Education See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Entertainment See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Financial Services See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Fitness, Health, & Wellness
<br>See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Food & Beverage
See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Gaming See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Government & Politics See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Hospitality See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Insurance See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Live Events See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> News & Media See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Non-Profit See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Pets & Animals See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Pharma & Healthcare See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Real Estate See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Restaurants See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Retail & E-Commerce See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Social Activism See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Sports See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Technology See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Television See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Travel & Tourism See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Wine, Beer & Spirits

Strategy & Engagement

See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Brand Partnership See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Call to Action See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Community Management See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Creative Use of Technology See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> CTV/OTT See previous winners and honorees for Insights and Trends here.</a> <a href=https://shortyawards.com/17th/"https://shortyawards.com/category/16th/data-visualization">See previous winners and honorees for Data Visualization here.</a>"> Data & Insights See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Earned Media See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Event & Experiential See previous winners and honorees here.</a>""> Gamification See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Humor See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Innovative Media Buying Strategy See previous winners and honorees here.</a>""> Integration with Traditional Media See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Internal Communications See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> LGBTQ Community Engagement See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Micro-Influencer Strategy See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Multicultural Community Engagement See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Music & Dance See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> On a Shoestring See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Organic Promotion See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Paid & Amplification See previous winner and honorees here.</a>"> Physical and Digital Convergence See previous winner and honorees here.</a>"> Public Service Announcement See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Real Time Response See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> SEO & SEM See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Social Commerce See previous winners and honorees here.</a>"> Storytelling

Salam Salami: Redefining Audience Engagement in Kurdistan

Entered in Community Management

Objective

Salam Salami's audience engagement campaign was created to provide an engaging and interactive entertainment experience during Ramadan 2024. The goal was to shift away from traditional passive viewing by allowing the audience to actively participate in the show through real-time comments and interactions with the host. By combining humor, cultural relevance, and live feedback, the objective was to create a sense of community, build stronger connections with viewers, and provide high-energy content that resonated with a wide audience. Additionally, "Salam Salami" aimed to break records for online participation, setting new standards for live social media shows and creating a trend for interactive content.

Strategy

Strategy and Execution:

The strategy behind Salam Salami's audience engagement campaign was to leverage social media platforms, specifically Facebook, to create a live, interactive entertainment program that encouraged real-time viewer participation. With Ramadan being a time for connection, the show was designed to maximize engagement by inviting the audience to contribute their thoughts, comments, and reactions throughout the broadcast. This created a sense of inclusivity, making viewers feel like active participants rather than passive consumers of content.

The format of the show was high-energy and culturally relevant, incorporating humor and lighthearted content that resonated with viewers. The host, Salam Salami, was tasked with encouraging real-time engagement by actively interacting with the audience, encouraging them to comment, share their opinions, and engage with the topics discussed. The goal was to create a two-way conversation, where viewers felt directly connected to the host and to each other.

Execution was focused on maintaining high-quality streaming for seamless live broadcasts. To ensure smooth performance during live interactions, a dedicated team managed the influx of comments and ensured that technical aspects ran smoothly. The team also prepared teaser content and pre-show posts on social media to generate anticipation and boost engagement before each live session. During the show, live feedback and audience reactions were continuously incorporated, making the experience feel dynamic and spontaneous.

One of the main challenges was managing the large volume of interactions during each broadcast. The team overcame this challenge by using advanced streaming tools to manage the traffic and by setting up systems to ensure real-time engagement with as many viewers as possible. With this strategy in place, "Salam Salami" quickly became a sensation, setting new records for online interaction and inspiring similar formats across various platforms.
 

Results

Salam Salami" was a resounding success, surpassing all expectations for engagement. The show achieved an unprecedented 2.85 million comments and 6 million views, setting new records for participation during Ramadan. The interactive format succeeded in building a strong sense of community, with viewers actively engaging in real-time with the host. The show’s success not only met its objectives but also transformed the live entertainment landscape, setting new benchmarks for online engagement.

Aligned with Ava Media’s commitment to innovation, "Salam Salami" exemplified the Ava's pioneering spirit. By redefining the live entertainment experience, Ava Media once again showcased its leadership in the industry, constantly pushing boundaries and setting trends that inspire the digital content world. 

Media

Video for Salam Salami: Redefining Audience Engagement in Kurdistan

Entrant Company / Organization Name

Ava Media, Ava Media

Links

Entry Credits