Former Leeds University JSoc president Mr Winston subsequently wrote on the site that winning was "an amazing honour, proper dream come true. Thanks so much to everyone who voted".
He has enjoyed professional collaborations with stars including Gary Barlow, David Beckham and Brits presenter James Corden.
One Direction are signed to the record label of music mogul Simon Cowell, who also posted his thanks on Twitter.
"Thank you everyone for voting for best video. It is a brilliant video. Congrats to the boys and Ben who made it," wrote Mr Cowell.
