The Search for Maxim’s Next Superstar Creator

$20,000 cash prize

The selected Maxim Creator will travel to Las Vegas for a Formula 1 weekend — capturing speed, luxury, nightlife, and exclusive behind-the-scenes moments at one of the world’s most iconic racing events.

$20,000 Grand Prize
Las Vegas Formula 1 Creator Assignment
VIP Experience + Exclusive Access
Feature Across Maxim Platforms
$5,000 Donation to a Charity of Your Choice
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The Search Is On.

For decades, Maxim has been at the center of the world’s most exclusive moments — from sports and cinema to music, nightlife, and global events.

Now, we’re launching a search for a new kind of creator — someone ready to represent the Maxim brand with boots on the ground at one of the most electrifying events in the world: Formula 1 in Las Vegas.

If you know how to capture energy, personality, and culture in real time, this is your invitation.

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Free & Easy. Anyone Can Join.

This is not about credentials or titles — it’s about creative instinct.

Whether you shoot video, photo, interviews, or social-first content, we’re looking for creators who can tell a story and bring audiences inside the moment.

Create your profile, share your best work, and join the search for the creator who will represent Maxim live in Las Vegas.

Experience Overview

1
Share Your Work
Upload content that shows your eye, energy, and creative style.
2
Public Support Phase
Supporters help surface standout creators as the search unfolds.
3
Selection Rounds
Creators advance through a structured review process as the field narrows.
4
Creator Interview
Finalists meet with the Maxim team to discuss vision, ideas, and on-site execution.
5
Book Your Trip
  • $20,000 cash prize
  • One creator is selected to join Maxim at Formula 1 in Las Vegas.
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On-Site Formula 1 Coverage

The selected creator will travel to Las Vegas to cover Formula 1 alongside the Maxim team — capturing speed, luxury, nightlife, personalities, and behind-the-scenes moments.

You’ll collaborate on content ideas, interviews, and storytelling angles, with your work featured across Maxim’s platforms.

This is real assignment.
Real access.
Real exposure.

How Support Works

Once your profile is live, you can share it with your audience and supporters.

Daily support helps elevate standout creators, while additional engagement can push creators further as the search continues.

Grand Prize Winner – $20,000
Las Vegas Formula 1 Creator Assignment
VIP Experience + Exclusive Access
Feature Across Maxim Platforms
$5,000 Donation to a Charity of Your Choice

How the Search Works

The search begins with an open submission phase, followed by structured selection rounds guided by public engagement and internal review.

As the field narrows, finalists meet directly with the Maxim team. From there, one creator is chosen to represent Maxim at Formula 1 in Las Vegas.

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The Judges

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Georgina Mazzeo
Professional Model and Content Creator
"As a judge, I’m looking for authenticity, personality, and above all, self-confidence. What truly matters to me is how naturally and confidently you express yourself, along with humility and a positive attitude. My advice to participants is to treat this as a serious professional endeavor, because it truly is. If you take it with responsibility and seriousness, you can go very far. I’m here to celebrate the unique essence each of you brings."
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Karin Agstam
Maxim Cover Stylist, Emmy Nominated Producer

As a creative director, I’m always looking for models who bring something authentic and unique to their work. It’s not just about posing; it’s about using every moment in front of the camera to express who you are. I want to see personality shine through the images, that spark of creativity and desire that makes you unforgettable. Stay true to your dream, set high goals and outline the actions that will lead you there. Remember that failing is a part of the learning process and that success is the result of consistency and hard work.

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Elizabeth Nguyen
World-Renowned Photographer
"My biggest advice is to put yourself out there and share your goals openly with your community—don’t be afraid to ask for support and for people to vote for you.

I’ve decided to leave behind the fear of not measuring up, to fully embrace who I am, and to go after my dreams wholeheartedly. Modeling was always something I dreamed of but never thought possible. Now, I’m living that dream, and I hope others find the courage to pursue their own."


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Taylor Layne
Maxim Competition Host, Content Creator & Spokesmodel
"I’m a spokesmodel and host for the Maxim Cover Girl platform, with a passion for storytelling, on-camera hosting, and digital media. My journey as a content creator began in 2009, when I launched my YouTube channel and started building an authentic connection with a global audience through lifestyle, entertainment, and personality-driven content.

Over the years, I’ve evolved alongside the digital landscape—growing from a self-taught creator into a confident on-camera presence, brand collaborator, and media professional. Whether hosting, modeling, or creating long-form video content, my focus has always been on authenticity, confidence, and engaging storytelling. My advice for you is to be disciplined, keep your commitments to yourself, and showcase your journey rather than feeling like your content needs to be perfect. The right audience will find you."
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Lexi Kaleiia
Renowned Fashion & Editorial Photographer
"Model Photography is a form of expression, an art, it not only captures and freezes a moment in time but it has the potential to tell a compelling story. Use this competition to tell your story, make your images speak for themselves, have them say one thousand words from the very second someone lays eyes on them.

Be your authentic self, be unforgettable. Become the woman you strive to be and portray her using your skills as an elegant and powerful model. I’ll see you at the finish line, I wish every single one of you the best of luck."
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Guidance from Maxim Insiders

Throughout the process, creators receive insight from the Maxim team — from content strategy to visibility tips and creative direction.

This isn’t just a selection process — it’s a creative pipeline designed to surface the next Maxim superstar.

Make a Difference

Maxim will donate $5,000 on behalf of the winner to one of these amazing charities.
Alex’s Lemonade Stand
Devoted to funding impactful research and providing support to children with cancer and their families, with a mission to find a cure for childhood cancer.
Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Dedicated to advancing the world's most promising research, BCRF is the largest private funder of breast cancer research – and metastatic breast cancer research – worldwide.
Operation Homefront
Operation Homefront offers valuable and life-changing programs to support military families. Its relief and recurring support programs address specific financial needs, making veteran and military families more strong, stable, and secure.
Rescue City
New York City foster-based rescue dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating at-risk dogs, providing them with loving homes and a second chance at life.
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Timeline

The F1 Vegas Experience unfolds in multiple phases — submission, selection, interviews, and final confirmation.


Each phase has clear milestones, giving creators time to share their work, build momentum, and prepare for the opportunity.

Register Now!
REGISTRATION ENDS FEB 23 2026

Las Vegas NV

Las Vegas is where speed, celebrity, and culture collide. From the glow of the Strip to the roar of Formula 1 under the lights, every moment is built for the camera. This isn’t just a race weekend — it’s a nonstop stream of energy, access, and atmosphere.

As Maxim’s on-site creator, you’ll capture it all: the crowds, the chaos, the style, the nightlife, and the adrenaline that makes Vegas unlike anywhere else in the world. High stakes. High speed. High visibility.

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