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Creators & Innovators We uplift local artists, musicians, storytellers, and creators whose

Meet DMV Creators & Innovators

Creator Spotlight

We uplift local artists, musicians, storytellers, and creators whose work shapes the culture of the region. Discover new talent every month.

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Your hub for culture, community, and local talent across the DMV.

A Spotlight Series for DMV Talent

The DMV is packed with creative power-people building sounds, stories, visuals, and movements that deserve more visibility. This bimonthly feature is DMVNXS’s platform to showcase creators who are shaping our region’s culture in real time.

  • Bimonthly features (every two months)

  • DMV-focused (DC, Maryland, Virginia)

  • All creative lanes welcome (music, art, film, fashion, writing, tech, design, entrepreneurship)

  • Community-first spotlighting, real stories, real work, real impact

Featured Creators

Explore our latest spotlights and discover who’s building culture across the region.

How To Get Featured

Step 1: Nominate

Submit yourself or someone you believe deserves a spotlight.

 

Step 2: Review

Our team reviews nominations based on originality, consistency, community impact, and connection to the DMV.

 

Step 3: Feature Drop

Selected creators get a published feature, plus social promotion through DMVNXS channels.

We love emerging talent. You don’t need a huge following, just strong work and a real story.

Creators We’re Looking For

If you’re building something that moves the culture forward, you belong here.

Band Performing Live
Musicians & Bands
Theatrical Cast Scene
Authors & Storytellers
 
Fashion Design Sketches
Visual Artists & Designers
Creative Workspace Scene
Creators + Creative Entrepreneurs
Film Set Scene
Filmmakers & Photographers
Group Celebrating Together
Innovators & Culture Builders

Nominate a Creator (or Yourself)

Drop the info below.

We’ll follow up if selected or if we need more details.

Nominate

SECTION 1 — BASIC INFO

Primary Category

SECTION 2 — SHORT FEATURE QUESTIONNAIRE

Guidance text: 150–250 words. Origin, style, and what you’re known for.

Guidance: Community, culture, experiences, sound, visuals, or perspective.

Guidance: Specific project, release, or milestone.

Guidance: Upcoming releases, goals, or focus.

SECTION 3 — MEDIA UPLOADS

Upload settings:

  • Minimum files: 2

  • Maximum files: 5

  • Accepted formats: JPG, PNG

  • Max file size: 10MB per file

Photo guidance:

  • Clear, well-lit images

  • Action shots preferred (studio, stage, work-in-progress)

  • No heavy filters or watermarks

SECTION 4 — LINKS TO INCLUDE

Example:

  • Instagram:

  • TikTok:

  • YouTube:

  • X / Threads:

Examples:

  • Spotify / Apple Music

  • Vimeo / YouTube

  • Portfolio site

  • Podcast link


  • Spotify / Apple Music

  • Vimeo / YouTube

  • Portfolio site

  • Podcast link

SECTION 5 — PERMISSIONS

Content Usage Consent

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