Cash Prize
$20,000
The Derby is a content creator competition built around one of the most iconic sporting and social events of the year.
From the roar of the crowd to the thunder of the track, the style, the spectacle, and the stories happening everywhere in between, we're looking for creators who know how to capture a moment and turn it into something people want to watch. Whether you're filming the action, interviewing the people behind it, documenting the atmosphere, or finding the story no one else saw—this is your chance to create content that stands out.



Every moment has a story. Make yours worth watching.
“Don’t just capture the moment. Make us feel it.”
The Philosophy
More Than a Competition
The Derby is a celebration of sport, style, culture, and unforgettable moments. It's the energy of the crowd. The excitement around the track. The fashion, the personalities, the celebrations, and the stories happening behind the scenes. We're looking for creators who can bring it all to life.


Who Should Participate
Content Creators
Videographers
Storytellers
Social Personalities

The Judges

How it Works
Create your creator profile. Upload your strongest images, connect your socials, and introduce yourself.
Join the Derby Competition and then check your dashboard for more creator opportunities.
Public votes will decide the opening rounds. Maxim judges will interview finalists and select our winner.
Winners gain exposure, cash prizes, digital features, and real career momentum.


Your Camera. Your Perspective.
Anyone can capture what happens.
The best creators make people feel like they were there.
Whether your style is cinematic, spontaneous, editorial, funny, documentary, or completely your own, The Derby is your opportunity to showcase your perspective and prove you know how to turn real moments into compelling content.

How Supporters Help
Share your personal voting link with friends, followers, and supporters.
Daily votes build momentum and push you closer to becoming the The Derby Winner.


Guidance from Maxim Insiders
Our team will share tips, inspiration, and insider advice to help you show up with confidence and make your presence unforgettable.


For Creators Who Know the Moment When They See It
The cameras are rolling. The energy is building, and the next story is waiting to be told. From the action on the track to the personalities in the crowd, the style, the celebrations, and the unexpected moments in between—there's always something worth capturing. Your perspective is what makes the difference.
Show us how you see it. Tell the story your way.






