2025 winners & Standouts

The five Indie Impact Award winners prove that great out-of-home creative isn’t just for big brands with big budgets. These campaigns show how independent billboard companies and their creative partners help small businesses stand out in unforgettable ways. Whether through bold simplicity, clever messaging, or striking visuals, each winning ad demonstrates the kind of creativity that turns a local brand into a must-see moment.

Rather than ranking winners by gold or silver, each campaign was awarded a unique superlative that reflects what made it shine. From the most unexpected concept to the most compelling execution, these awards celebrate the distinct creative strengths that set each campaign apart. Meet the Judges

best & brightest

winner

Melody Roberts | Out of Home Creative

Bushnell University
Eugene, OR

Melody Roberts
Founder | Chief Creative Officer

Symphony of Style

Winner

Reagan Outdoor Advertising

Pure Rock Studios
Rochester, MN

curtis jepsen
creative director

Travis Hersleff
Graphic Designer

Vividly Visual Solution

Winner

Link Media Outdoor

Toby Keith Tribute

Craig Stevens
Graphic Designer

extraordinary extensions

Winner

Grace Outdoor Advertising

Kingsley Water Damage Services
Columbia, SC

Tara hatley
Creative manager

Noel burney
account executive

josh madsen
chief operating officer

Breaking Convention

Winner

Whistler Billboards

Pier King
Tulsa, OK

John Morgan
Senior graphic designer

Standouts

These 25 entries earned their place as Standouts by demonstrating exceptional creativity, execution, and impact. Each one reflects the skill and ingenuity of independent billboard companies and their designers. These campaigns deserve to be recognized—and remembered.