ContentLift Hackathon 2025
Join the first hackathon that proves AI doesn't replace marketers - it supercharges them.
October 1st - October 31st
October 1st - October 31st
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What is the ContentLift Hackathon about?
The ContentLift Hackathon is a global, month-long challenge where students, graduates and up-and-coming marketers create multi-format content campaigns using AI.
Participants will be required to:
Participants will be required to:
- Create a written piece of content (blog or eBook) using AI
- Upload and optimise their work using ContentLift - YAi’s AI content quality evaluator
- Generate a supporting image and video
- Choose to compete in industry-themed tracks
- Have their work judged by top marketers, strategists, and hiring brands
Who is the ContentLift Hackathon for?
- Marketing studentsStudents in universities, bootcamps, or online courses
- Recent graduatesGraduates who are looking to build their portfolios
- Up-and-coming marketersMarketers who are exploring AI tools
- Aspiring content creatorsWanna-be marketers wanting to prove their skills to real brands
What You’ll Gain
Portfolio-Ready Work
Build a full content campaign using AI and show it off with confidence
Employers' Attention
Top creators to feature in our Talent Spotlight Pack, shared with real employers
Cash Prizes
Cash prizes for winners in each track, your chance to show your talent
Interview Access
With brands scouting talent during the Hackathon
Our Training Provider and University Partners
Are you a training provider, university or marketing community? You can be part of this movement.
More partners coming soon.
More partners coming soon.
Featured Employer brands
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A global intelligent transportation company transforming how road operators manage and understand real-time traffic. Through advanced data fusion and AI-driven insights, Valerann helps make roads safer, smarter, and more efficient—powering the future of connected mobility.
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An organisation dedicated to bridging the gap between community, film production, and talent. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where diverse voices are celebrated and empowered, particularly from underrepresented communities. By fostering collaboration and providing opportunities for emerging filmmakers, we aim to produce authentic, impactful stories that resonate with audiences and challenge conventional norms. -
Yay!Starter is an award-winning London-based digital marketing agency specialising in growth for the education and technology sectors. We excel at helping EdTech companies expand through strategic inbound and outbound campaigns, including SEO, lead generation, ABM, CRM implementation, paid media, content marketing, and social media. Our multilingual team supports UK and European clients and beyond, with full-service solutions designed to enhance visibility, drive adoption, and build sustainable revenue pipelines. -
HokodoHokodo is a B2B payments company that helps merchants offer instant trade credit and flexible payment terms at checkout. They combine credit risk assessment, financing, and collections into one solution, making it easier for businesses to sell on payment terms without taking on the risk themselves. -
Optimize Mind PerformanceOptimize Mind Performance is an industry-leading platform that supports organizations in their delivery of mental skills training to athletes. OMP is fully customizable and intuitive platform that empowers organizations to create tailored mental skills programs for their athletes and teams.
Meet Our Experts
Real-world feedback from real industry leaders
Real-world feedback from real industry leaders
- Dan WhaleSenior Freelance Copywriter | Fintech & SaaS
- Gemma DoswellHead of Brand & Creative at TaxScouts
- Jacob StoryHead of Content at Salv
- Emma RoseSenior Marketing & Content Consultant
- Liz BakerStrategic Marketing Consultant & MarTech Specialist
- Sarah FairmanSenior Editor & Content Strategist.
Event Timeline
Key dates:
Aug 18-Sept 30
Aug 18-Sept 30
Registration window
Oct 1st
Oct 1st
Hackathon starts
October 31st
October 31st
Submissions due
Nov 1st - Nov 11th
Nov 1st - Nov 11th
Judging window
Nov 12th
Nov 12th
Winners announced + Live showcase event
Frequently Asked Questions
- QuestionDo I need to pay to enter?AnswerNo! Entry is free for learners via our partner network. If you’re not part of a partner program, limited public entries are also available.
- QuestionDo I have to use YAi?AnswerYou can use any tool to create your content, but your content must be uploaded to ContentLift (part of YAi) to be evaluated.
- QuestionCan I choose my own topic?AnswerYes – or pick from our industry briefs provided by our partner brands
- QuestionWhat if I’ve never used AI tools before?AnswerNo problem - we’ll provide onboarding guides and optional tutorials.
- QuestionWill I keep ownership of my work?AnswerYes, but you’ll grant us and our brand partners a license to feature or use it for evaluation and exposure purposes. See more details in our Hackathon T&Cs here.
Ready to build something you’re proud to show off?
Sign up for the ContentLift Hackathon today and show the world what AI-powered content can look like.
