Entry Fees - 2024

* for UK entries add 20% VAT

Short Film

Single - £50

Branded Content

Single - £310

Advertising & Digital (Closed for 2024)

Single - £310
Campaign - £450
Social Media - £200
Promo, Radio - £150
Best New Talent - £50

Design (Closed for 2024)

Single - £150

Music Video (Closed for 2024)

Single - £110


ENTRY DATES - 2024

ENTRIES OPEN IN ALL CATEGORIES - (Except Music Video and Best 'New')

Super Early Bird Rates apply throughout May - 25% off all categories
Early Bird Rate until 31 July - 10% off all categories
Entry Deadline - 31 August

Media Specifications

Image

Upload File: jpg, jpeg. Up to 50 Mb
Max resolution: 4000 x 3000

Video

File upload or YouTube/Vimeo links accepted
File: mov, mp4. Up to 1000 Mb 
Recommended resolution: 1920 x 1080

Case studies, which are optional, should be no longer than 5 minutes long.

Youtube and Vimeo links MUST NOT be private and must be functional throughout judging.

URL

Please supply a valid URL link such as http://www.mylink.com
URLs are supplied as part of the entry form and must remain functional throughout judging.

MP3  (for Radio and Podcast only)

Upload File: mp3. Up to 50 Mb

PDF

Upload File: pdf. Up to 50 Mb

Categories

Short Film & Branded Content (OPEN)

Required Media: Image, Video

  • Best Short Film under 25 mins

    Live action dramatisation including but not limited to; dramas, comedies, thriller, horror, sci-fi, romances etc.

  • Best Short Film under 15 mins

    Live action dramatisation including but not limited to; dramas, comedies, thriller, horror, sci-fi, romances etc.

  • Best Short Film under 10 mins

    Live action dramatisation including but not limited to; dramas, comedies, thriller, horror, sci-fi, romances etc.

  • Best Short Film under 5 mins

    Live action dramatisation including but not limited to; dramas, comedies, thriller, horror, sci-fi, romances etc. A

  • Best Documentary Short

    Non-fiction. A factual report using pictures/observations/interviews with real people involved in real events to create awareness of a particular subject or cause.

  • Best Animated Short

    Fiction or non fiction. Can include live-action stop motion or a mix of live-action/animation techniques.

  • Best Short Film - Ireland

    Live action dramatisation including but not limited to; dramas, comedies, thriller, horror, sci-fi, romances etc. The film maker MUST be Irish to enter this category.

  • Best Acting Performance

  • Best Animation

  • Best Casting

  • Best Cinematography

  • Best Colour Grading

  • Best Direction

  • Best Direction - Ireland

    MUST be Irish.

  • Best Editing

  • Best Original Music

  • Best Production Design

  • Best Writing

Enter now

Advertising / Digital  (CLOSED FOR 2024)

All the Advertising / Digital Categories can be entered in Irish and/or International

Advertising Film

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Video/Case Study Video

  • Alcoholic drinks

    Beer, wine, cider, spirits.

  • Automotive including Auto Products and Services Enabled

    All cars, jeeps, buses, trucks, motorbikes, tyres, spare parts, accessories, fuel providers, breakdown services, garages, car dealers.

  • Business Equipment and Services

    Photocopiers, office furniture, recruitment agencies, courier services, advertising agencies, design agencies, production companies.

  • Charities & Trusts

    Fundraising, appeals for volunteering, awareness including war refugees, natural disaster, starvation, poverty, children and animal welfare, environment, education, disabled, homeless, local charity.

  • Cleaning & Laundry Products

    Detergents, powders, paper towels, bleach, anti-bacterial wipes, tissues, sponges, degreasers, air fresheners.

  • Communication Providers

    Cable, satellite, broadband, phone and mobile networks, tv service providers.

  • Corporate Image

    Institutions, corporations, multinationals..

  • Direct Response

    Any product designed to generate and immediate response from consumer.

  • E-Commerce, Apps & Search

    Artificial Intelligence, Social network sites, search engines, browsers, content sharing platforms.

  • Fashion, Clothing, Footwear & Accessories

    If it can be worn it can be entered.

  • Financial and Insurance

    Banks, credit card companies, building societies, financial products, investment companies, all insurance companies, pension companies.

  • Food, Confectionery, Snacks & Cakes & Non - Alcoholic Drink

    If it can be eaten or drunk, it can be entered. Including cereals, children and baby products. Alcoholic drinks may not be entered in this category.

  • Fragrance, Cosmetics, Beauty

    Perfumes, eau de toilette, all makeup, hair colouring, skin creams and moisturisers, makeup remover, plastic surgery.

  • Gambling, Lottery, Bingo

    Betting shops, scratch cards, bingo halls, lotto.

  • Healthcare & Pharmacy

    All herbal drugs, prescription drugs, health supplements, condoms, contact lenses, pregnancy tests. Also includes, hospitals dental practices, clinics, weight & dietary products, first aid, anti septics, insect repellant.

  • Home & Media Electronics

    TV and sound systems, cameras, computers, laptops, tablets and mobile phones, gaming consoles, computer software.

  • Household, Garden & Pets

    Kitchen utensils, lights ,indoor and outdoor furniture, washing machines, fridge freezers, kettles, vacuum cleaners, dishware, linen, household and garden tools, home and garden maintanence, paint, pet care and foods. Including those offering an online service.

  • Leisure, Entertainment & Gaming

    Gyms, cinemas, theatres, tv channels/broadcasters, streaming services, theme parks, music festivals, sports events, exhibitions, museums, galleries, musical instruments, dvds, cds, box sets, computer games, hobbies.

  • Programme Sponsorship - Idents

    Any advertiser. Supporting a TV programme/series, news/weather, documentary, film.

  • Public Awareness & Political Party

    Awareness for the environment, race, gender equality, violence, disabilities, refugees, security forces, defence forces, blood donations.

  • Retail Stores, Supermarkets, Superstores, Restaurants & Fast Food

    Any company with products or services for sale from a premises. Including those offering an online service.

  • Self Promotion

    By an Agency. Production company, individual or Design agency

  • Toiletries & Personal Care

    Skincare, haircare, dental, deodorant, soaps, nappies, toilet rolls, wipes, cotton buds, shaving, sanitary.

  • Travel, Tourism, Hotels

    Travel agencies, hotels, resorts, airlines, ferry companies, car hire companies, train and bus companies, travel websites and booking services.

  • Utilities, Energy Providers, Post

    Gas, electricity, water, refuse, oil, post office.

  • Best Sport Event Themed Commercial

    Any advertiser. any product (world cup/superbowl/olympics etc)

  • Best Festive Themed Commercial

    Example: Xmas, Easter, Passover, EID, Diwali, Ramadan etc

Ambient/Non-Traditional & PR

Required Media: Image
Optional Media: Video/Case Study Video, Additional Image

  • Ambient - Small Formats

    Beer mats, stickers, petrol pumps, POS...

  • Ambient - Special Build

    Includes installations, pop up sites, use of buildings, use of exterior or interior location, floor space.

  • Events, Stunts, Live Brand or Interactive Experience

    A creative idea using live performance to promote a brand or a product.

  • Other Screens - Moving Image

    A creative idea using mobile phones, on screens at publis events, exhibitions, on screens in retail stores, digital outdoor screens.

  • PR/Tactical News Story

    A creative idea that engages, educates or influences online/offline editorial media, newspapers, magazines, cinema, radio, television, social using PR and the news as a platform.

  • Use of Innovative Technology

  • Other

Best 'NEW' Award (ENTRIES CLOSED FOR 2024)

Required Media: Image, Video

  • Best New Colour Grader

  • Best New Director

  • Best New Producer

    New Producer is open to both agencies and production companies. The nominee must be proposed by Head of TV or Company MD. The submission must include a reel (can be 1 ad), a bio and a written proposition on the merits of the nominee. 

    For the avoidance of doubt, work that was overseen by an Executive Producer can not be considered. 

    Work submitted for consideration must not be part of a collaboration with other individuals.

    You may enter more than 1 piece of work, but this MUST be submitted as part of the same video file.

    Work can include; test or spec spots, TV or web commercials, music videos, and any web content. 

    Reel MUST be under 7 mins long.
    Please keep your entry as short and succinct as possible, the jury are not impressed by volumes of work. 

    Please enter your best work only.

  • Best New DOP

  • Best New Editor

  • Best New Music Composer

  • Best New Sound Designer

Branded Content

Required Media: Image, Video 
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Documentary under 5 mins

    Documentary under 5 minutes in length created for television, cinema or online.

  • Documentary over 5 mins

    Documentary over 5 minutes in length created for television, cinema or online.

  • Fiction under 5 mins

    Single scripted film, drama, comedy under 5 minutes in length created for television, cinema or online.

  • Fiction Over 5 mins (may include dramas, comedies etc)

    Single scripted film, drama, comedy over 5 minutes in length created for television, cinema or online.

  • Filmed Brand Experience/Stunts & Events/TV Shows etc under 5 mins

    Single scripted film under 5 minutes demonstrating how TV shows, publicity stunts and events were used to increase brand awareness.

  • Filmed Brand Experience/Stunts & Events/TV Shows etc over 5 mins

    Single scripted film over 5 minutes demonstrating how TV shows, publicity stunts and events were used to increase brand awareness.

  • Other

  • Best Acting Performance

  • Best Animation

  • Best Casting

  • Best Cinematography

  • Best Colour Grading

  • Best Direction

  • Best Editing

  • Best Original Music

  • Best Post Production VFX

  • Best Production Design

  • Best Writing

Digital & Social Media

For work that exists online only NOT Commercials that have been broadcast.

Required Media: Image, URL 
Optional Media: Video/Case Study Video

  • Best Use of Social Media

    Entry should demonstrate an outstanding use of social media to promote a brand or product and demonstrate shareability. Any advertiser or brand on any social media platform.

  • Social Video: Best Creative Video for International Advertiser/Brand

    Content made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Social Video: Best Creative Video for National Advertiser/Brand

    Content made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Social Video: Best Creative Video for Local Business Advertiser

    ie hospitality, retail,  leisure, clinics, construction, taxi,  digital marketing etc.
    Content made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Social Video: Best Creative Video for Local Services Advertiser

    ie freelance individuals: fitness, cleaning, decorating, gardening etc
    Content made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Social Video: Best Creative Use of an Influencer by Advertiser/Brand

    Content made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Social Video: Best Creative Product Demonstration

    Content made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Social Video: Best Self Promotion of a Performer or Entertainer

    ie comedian, actor, singer, musician, dancer etc
    Content  made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Social Video: Best Promo or trailer for Entertainment or Sports Event

    Content made for use on mobile devices & ipads in vertical format (9 x16). Eg  Reels, stories, tiktoks etc Not suitable for entries made from re-puposed broadcast tv commercials , digital ads or "branded content" (short films/vimeo & youtube videos)

  • Innovative use of Technology

    A creative idea that uses innovative techniques in the Digital space.

  • Alcoholic drinks

    Beer, wine, cider, spirits.

  • Automotive including Auto Products and Services

    All cars, jeeps, buses, trucks, motorbikes, tyres, spare parts, accessories, fuel providers, breakdown services, garages, car dealers. e.

  • Business Equipment and Services

    Photocopiers, office furniture, recruitment agencies, courier services, advertising agencies, design agencies, production companies.

  • Charities & Trusts

    Fundraising, appeals for volunteering, awareness including war refugees, natural disaster, starvation, poverty, children and animal welfare, environment, education, disabled, homeless, local charity.

  • Cleaning & Laundry Products

    Detergents, powders, paper towels, bleach, anti-bacterial wipes, tissues, sponges, degreasers, air fresheners.

  • Communication Providers

    Cable, satellite, broadband, phone and mobile networks, tv service providers.

  • Corporate Image

    Institutions, corporations, multinationals.

  • Direct Response

    Any product designed to generate and immediate response from consumer.

  • E-Commerce, Apps & Search

    Artificial Intelligence, Social network sites, search engines, browsers, content sharing platforms.

  • Fashion, Clothing, Footwear & Accessories

    If it can be worn it can be entered.

  • Financial and Insurance

    Banks, credit card companies, building societies, financial products, investment companies, all insurance companies, pension companies.

  • Food, Confectionery, Snacks & Cakes & Non - Alcoholic Drink

    If it can be eaten or drunk, it can be entered. Including cereals, children and baby products. Alcoholic drinks may not be entered in this category.

  • Fragrance, Cosmetics, Beauty

    Perfumes, eau de toilette, all makeup, hair colouring, skin creams and moisturisers, makeup remover, plastic surgery.

  • Gambling, Lottery, Bingo

    Betting shops, scratch cards, bingo halls, lotto.

  • Healthcare & Pharmacy

    All herbal drugs, prescription drugs, health supplements, condoms, contact lenses, pregnancy tests. Also includes, hospitals dental practices, clinics, weight & dietary products, first aid, anti septics, insect repellant.

  • Home & Media Electronics

    TV and sound systems, cameras, computers, laptops, tablets and mobile phones, gaming consoles, computer software.

  • Household, Garden & Pets

    Kitchen utensils, lights ,indoor and outdoor furniture, washing machines, fridge freezers, kettles, vacuum cleaners, dishware, linen, household and garden tools, home and garden maintanence, paint, pet care and foods. Including those offering an online service.

  • Leisure, Entertainment & Gaming

    Gyms, cinemas, theatres, tv channels/broadcasters, streaming services, theme parks, music festivals, sports events, exhibitions, museums, galleries, musical instruments, dvds, cds, box sets, computer games, hobbies.

  • Retail Stores, Supermarkets, Superstores, Restaurants & Fast Food

    Any company with products or services for sale from a premises. Including those offering an online service.

  • Self Promotion

    By an Agency. Production company, Design agency or individual.

  • Toiletries & Personal Care

    Skincare, haircare, dental, deodorant, soaps, nappies, toilet rolls, wipes, cotton buds, shaving, sanitary.

  • Travel, Tourism, Hotels

    Travel agencies, hotels, resorts, airlines, ferry companies, car hire companies, train and bus companies, travel websites and booking services.

  • Utilities, Energy Providers, Post

    Gas, electricity, water, refuse, oil, post office.

Advertising - Film Craft

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Best Art Direction/Production Design

    Entry should demonstrate how the overall look, feel and visual representation was an integral element of the film production.

  • Best Use of Film Stock

    The film must have been shot using a film stock to achieve a special visual representation. Consideration will be given to the relevance of a ‘film look’ (rather than Digital) to compliment the idea, for example to achieve an ‘historical perspective’ (but not limited to)

  • Best Use of Humour

    Entry should demonstrate how use of humour was an integral element to the film.

  • Best Casting

    Entry should demonstrate how choice of actor(s) played an integral element to the film's production.

  • Best Cinematography

    Entry should demonstrate how the use of light, camera angles, lenses, movement was an integral element of the film.

  • Best Colour Grading

    Entry should demonstrate excellent technique using any colour grading style.

  • Best Direction

    Entry should demonstrate excellent judgement and creative direction with cast, sound, performance, camera angles, camera movement and story telling.

  • Best Animals Direction

  • Best Car Direction

  • Best Child Direction 

  • Best Celebrity Direction 

  • Best Comedy Direction 

  • Best Documentary Direction

  • Best Fashion Direction 

  • Best Hair, Beauty Direction 

  • Best Lifestyle Direction 

  • Best Performance Direction 

  • Best Perfume Direction 

  • Best Storytelling Direction

  • Best Tabletop Direction

  • Best Editing

    Entry should demonstrate how the arrangement of each shot was used to narrate the message and was an integral element of the film production.

  • Best Editing of Stock footage

  • Best Artiste Peformance

    Entry should demonstrate how choice of voice artist or visual performer played an integral element to the film's production.

  • Best Title Sequence

    Entry should demonstrate how the title sequence was an integral element to the film.

  • Best Writing/Idea

    Entry should demonstrate how the dialogue, actions and expressions are used to formulate an idea that has led to the final film.

  • Any Other Indivdual Craft Skill (eg: model making, table top, wardrobe etc)

    Entry should demonstrate how use of a craft skill was an integral element to the film's production.

Film Craft - Animation / CGI / VFX

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Direction

    Entry should demonstrate excellent judgement and creative direction

  • 2D Animation

    Entry should demonstrate excellent technique using 2D animation style.

  • Animation Design

    Entry should demonstrate excellent technique using any animation style.

  • Animation

    Entry should demonstrate excellent technique using any animation style.

  • Best Mixed Media Animation

  • Character Animation

    Entry should demonstrate how animation and design characters played integral element to the film.

  • CGI/Visual Effects

    Entry should demonstrate how the use of digital technology was an integral element of the film production.

  • Social Video Craft Award - Best CGI/animation

    Specifically made for a social video in the 9 x16 mobile format (TikTok, reels, stories etc).

Immersive

Communication/Advertising using Virtual reality, Augmented reality (AR), Mixed reality (MR), Extended Reality (XR), Digital Twin Technology, 360º Video Content technologies, to create an Immersive experience by inserting the viewer into an artificial environment to interact with their environment

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Video/Case Study Video, URL

  • AR / VR / Experiential

    Please contact us regarding what hardware / headset is required to view your Immersive entry.

  • Other

    Please contact us regarding what hardware / headset is required to view your Immersive entry.

Integrated

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Best campaign using 3 or more media formats

    To qualify a campaign must use a minimum of 3 other different media formats and demonstrate how each execution is suited to each of the medium used. Eg TV, print, press, radio, social, mobile phone, online, pre-roll.

Music & Sound Craft

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Case Study Video, MP3

  • Best Re-Record of Licensed Music

    Entry should demonstrate how choice and use of music was an integral element of the film.

  • Best Use of Licensed Music - SYNC

    Entry should demonstrate how choice and use of music was an integral element of the film.

  • Original Music

    Entry should demonstrate how composition of an original music score was an integral element of the film.

  • Sound Design

    Entry should demonstrate how sound editing or audio usage was an integral element of the film.

  • Sonic Branding

    A short audio, acoustic, expression of a product or service through - jingles, mnemonics, musical sound design stings etc
    that boosts a brand's recognition and association for consumers. 

Print/Outdoor

Required Media: Image
Optional Media: Additional Image, Video/Case Study Video

  • Alcoholic drinks

    Beer, wine, cider, spirits.

  • Automotive including Auto Products and Services

    All cars, jeeps, buses, trucks, motorbikes, tyres, spare parts, accessories, fuel providers, breakdown services, garages, car dealers.

  • Business Equipment and Services

    Photocopiers, office furniture, recruitment agencies, courier services, advertising agencies, design agencies, production companies.

  • Charities & Trusts

    Fundraising, appeals for volunteering, awareness including war refugees, natural disaster, starvation, poverty, children and animal welfare, environment, education, disabled, homeless, local charity.

  • Cleaning & Laundry Products

    Detergents, powders, paper towels, bleach, anti-bacterial wipes, tissues, sponges, degreasers, air fresheners.

  • Communication Providers

    Cable, satellite, broadband, phone and mobile networks, tv service providers.

  • Corporate Image

    Institutions, corporations, multinationals.

  • Direct Response

    Any product designed to generate and immediate response from consumer.

  • E-Commerce Online

    Social network sites, search engines, browsers, content sharing platforms, directories, dating, auction.

  • Fashion, Clothing, Footwear & Accessories

    If it can be worn it can be entered.

  • Financial and Insurance

    Banks, credit card companies, building societies, financial products, investment companies, all insurance companies, pension companies.

  • Food, Confectionery, Snacks & Cakes & Non - Alcoholic Drink

    If it can be eaten or drunk, it can be entered. Including cereals, children and baby products. Alcoholic drinks may not be entered in this category.

  • Fragrance, Cosmetics, Beauty

    Perfumes, eau de toilette, all makeup, hair colouring, skin creams and moisturisers, makeup remover, plastic surgery.

  • Gambling, Lottery, Bingo

    Betting shops, scratch cards, bingo halls, lotto.

  • Healthcare & Pharmacy

    All herbal drugs, prescription drugs, health supplements, condoms, contact lenses, pregnancy tests. Also includes, hospitals dental practices, clinics, weight & dietary products, first aid, anti septics, insect repellant.

  • Home & Media Electronics

    TV and sound systems, cameras, computers, laptops, tablets and mobile phones, gaming consoles, computer software.

  • Household, Garden & Pets

    Kitchen utensils, lights ,indoor and outdoor furniture, washing machines, fridge freezers, kettles, vacuum cleaners, dishware, linen, household and garden tools, home and garden maintanence, paint, pet care and foods. Including those offering an online service.

  • Leisure, Entertainment & Gaming

    Gyms, cinemas, theatres, tv channels/broadcasters, theme parks, music festivals, sports events, exhibitions, museums, galleries, musical instruments, dvds, cds, box sets, computer games, hobbies.

  • Programme Sponsorship - Idents

    Any advertiser. Supporting a TV programme/series, news/weather, documentary, film.

  • Public Awareness & Political Party

    Awareness for the environment, race, gender equality, violence, disabilities, refugees, security forces, defence forces, blood donations.

  • Publications & Media

    Newspapers, magazines, TV stations, radio stations, books.

  • Retail Stores, Supermarkets, Superstores, Restaurants & Fast Food

    Any company with products or services for sale from a premises. Including those offering an online service.

  • Self Promotion

    By an Agency. Production company, individual or Design agency.

  • Toiletries & Personal Care

    Skincare, haircare, dental, deodorant, soaps, nappies, toilet rolls, wipes, cotton buds, shaving, sanitary.

  • Travel, Tourism, Hotels

    Travel agencies, hotels, resorts, airlines, ferry companies, car hire companies, train and bus companies, travel websites and booking services.

  • Utilities, Energy Providers, Post

    Gas, electricity, water, refuse, oil, post office.

  • CAMPAIGN (any client) - 3 or more executions

    Entry should demonstrate an outstanding campaign idea.

Print/Outdoor Craft

Required Media: Image
Optional Media: Additional Image, Video/Case Study Video

  • Art Direction

    Entry should demonstrate excellent visual interpretation of the idea and show how it was an integral part of the image.

  • Copywriting

    Entry should demonstrate an excellent writing ability and show how it was an integral part of the execution.

  • Illustration

    Entry should demonstrate outstanding illustrative technique and show how it was an integral part of the image

  • Image Manipulation

    Entry should demonstrate excellent retouching/3D build technique and show how it was an integral part of the image. A before and after of the image must be submitted on the same jpeg.

  • Photography

    Entry should demonstrate outstanding illustration technique/photography technique and show how it was an integral part of the image.

  • Typography

    Entry should demonstrate outstanding typographic technique and show how it was an integral part of the image.

Promo

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Drama

    Entry should demonstrate creative excellence in promoting a TV Drama programme or series.

  • Entertainment/Comedy/Reality

    Entry should demonstrate creative excellence in promoting a TV Entertainment/Comedy/Reality programme or series.

  • Lifestyle

    Entry should demonstrate creative excellence in promoting a TV/Lifestyle programme or series.

  • Movie

    Entry should demonstrate creative excellence in promoting a TV Movie programme or series.

  • News/Current Affairs/Factual

    Entry should demonstrate creative excellence in promoting a TVNews/Current Affairs/Factual programme or series.

  • Soaps

    Entry should demonstrate creative excellence in promoting a TV Soap programme or series.

  • Sports

    Entry should demonstrate creative excellence in promoting a TV Sports programme or series.

Radio

Required Media: Image, MP3
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Podcast/Digital Download - any advertiser

    Entry should demonstrate an outstanding use of audio for communication on a private device.

  • Alcoholic drinks

    Beer, wine, cider, spirits.

  • Automotive including Auto Products and Services

    All cars, jeeps, buses, trucks, motorbikes, tyres, spare parts, accessories, fuel providers, breakdown services, garages, car dealers.

  • Business Equipment and Services

    Photocopiers, office furniture, recruitment agencies, courier services, advertising agencies, design agencies, production companies.

  • Charities & Trusts

    Fundraising, appeals for volunteering, awareness including war refugees, natural disaster, starvation, poverty, children and animal welfare, environment, education, disabled, homeless, local charity.

  • Cleaning & Laundry Products

    Detergents, powders, paper towels, bleach, anti-bacterial wipes, tissues, sponges, degreasers, air fresheners.

  • Communication Providers

    Cable, satellite, broadband, phone and mobile networks, tv service providers.

  • Corporate Image

    Institutions, corporations, multinationals.

  • Direct Response

    Any product designed to generate and immediate response from consumer.

  • E-Commerce Online

    Social network sites, search engines, browsers, content sharing platforms, directories, dating, auction.

  • Fashion, Clothing, Footwear & Accessories

    If it can be worn it can be entered.

  • Financial and Insurance

    Banks, credit card companies, building societies, financial products, investment companies, all insurance companies, pension companies.

  • Food, Confectionery, Snacks & Cakes & Non - Alcoholic Drink

    If it can be eaten or drunk, it can be entered. Including cereals, children and baby products. Alcoholic drinks may not be entered in this category.

  • Fragrance, Cosmetics, Beauty

    Perfumes, eau de toilette, all makeup, hair colouring, skin creams and moisturisers, makeup remover, plastic surgery.

  • Gambling, Lottery, Bingo

    Betting shops, scratch cards, bingo halls, lotto.

  • Healthcare & Pharmacy

    All herbal drugs, prescription drugs, health supplements, condoms, contact lenses, pregnancy tests. Also includes, hospitals dental practices, clinics, weight & dietary products, first aid, anti septics, insect repellant.

  • Home & Media Electronics

    TV and sound systems, cameras, computers, laptops, tablets and mobile phones, gaming consoles, computer software.

  • Household, Garden & Pets

    Kitchen utensils, lights ,indoor and outdoor furniture, washing machines, fridge freezers, kettles, vacuum cleaners, dishware, linen, household and garden tools, home and garden maintanence, paint, pet care and foods. Including those offering an online service.

  • Leisure, Entertainment & Gaming

    Gyms, cinemas, theatres, tv channels/broadcasters, theme parks, music festivals, sports events, exhibitions, museums, galleries, musical instruments, dvds, cds, box sets, computer games, hobbies.

  • Programme Sponsorship - Idents

    Any advertiser. Supporting a TV programme/series, news/weather, documentary, film.

  • Public Awareness & Political Party

    Awareness for the environment, race, gender equality, violence, disabilities, refugees, security forces, defence forces, blood donations.

  • Publications & Media

    Newspapers, magazines, TV stations, radio stations, books.

  • Retail Stores, Supermarkets, Superstores, Restaurants & Fast Food

    Any company with products or services for sale from a premises. Including those offering an online service.

  • Self Promotion

    By an Agency. Production company, individual or Design agency

  • Toiletries & Personal Care

    Skincare, haircare, dental, deodorant, soaps, nappies, toilet rolls, wipes, cotton buds, shaving, sanitary.

  • Travel, Tourism, Hotels

    Travel agencies, hotels, resorts, airlines, ferry companies, car hire companies, train and bus companies, travel websites and booking services.

  • Utilities, Energy Providers, Post

    Gas, electricity, water, refuse, oil, post office.

  • CAMPAIGN (any client) - 3 or more executions

    Entry should demonstrate an outstanding campaign idea.

Radio Craft

Required Media: Image, MP3
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Best Re-Record of Licensed Music

    Entry should demonstrate how choice and use of re-recorded music usage was an integral element of the radio production.

  • Best Use of Licensed Music - SYNC

    Entry should demonstrate how choice and use of licensed music usage was an integral element of the radio production.

  • Original Music

    Entry should demonstrate how use of an original music score was an integral element of the radio production.

  • Performance

    Entry should demonstrate how choice and use of music or sound editing or audio usage was an integral element of the radio production.

  • Production/Direction

    Entry should demonstrate excellent judgement and creative direction with cast, sound, performance & music.

  • Sound Design

    Entry should demonstrate how choice and use of music or sound editing or audio usage was an integral element of the radio production.

  • Sound Mixing

    Entry should demonstrate how choice and use of sound editing or audio usage was an integral element of the radio production.

  • Writing

    Entry should demonstrate how the dialogue, actions, flow of idea created on outstanding use of the radio medium.

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Design  (CLOSED FOR 2024)

All the Design Categories can be entered in Irish and/or International

Design

Required Media: Upto 5 Images
Optional Media: Video/Case Study Video

  • Brand Identity

    Outstanding brand campaign that delivers the brand message to audiences (for any brand, company or organisation).

  • Brand Campaigns

    Outstanding graphic design for print. This may include corporate publications, reports, promotional literature, brochures. Entries should share covers and layouts to demonstrate excellence and craft in design, typography, photography and/or illustration.

  • Print Communications

    Outstanding graphic design for print. This may include corporate publications, reports, promotional literature, brochures. Entries should share covers and layouts to demonstrate excellence and craft in design, typography, photography and/or illustration.

  • Poster Design

    Outstanding posters demonstrating the very best in stand alone communication. Entries can be individual posters, or as a campaign.

  • Packaging

    Outstanding packaging design for a product, brand or range, that demonstrates the best use of creativity through materials, environmental considerations, functionality and/or benefit to the end user.

  • Editorial Design

    Outstanding examples of design for print or digital for books, catalogues, magazines, or newspapers, demonstrating excellence in communication to engage with audiences. Entries should share covers and layouts to demonstrate excellence and craft in design, typography, photography and/or illustration.

  • Promotional Design

    Outstanding examples of promotional design for clients or self-promotion, that deliver their message through ideas, design, techniques or format.

  • Logotypes and marques

    Outstanding logotypes or marques created for a brand, business, organisation or individual.

  • Wayfinding and Signage

    Outstanding way finding and signage systems that have been designed to help and appeal to audiences.

  • Exhibition Design and Environmental Graphics

    Outstanding design for digital devices, websites, apps, or in public spaces with creative applications that deliver an exceptional user experience.

  • Digital/UI Design

    Outstanding design for temporary or permanent exhibitions, environmental design, gallery or museum installations, pop-up spaces or trade shows.

  • Social Design

    Outstanding use of social media to promote a brand, event, product or service, through design that successfully engages with audiences to create awareness or increase followers.

  • Moving image

    Outstanding use of moving image in design for a brand, company, organisation, product, event or service, including animation, screen idents or titles for TV or cinema.

  • Collaborative Project

    Outstanding examples of a creative execution from agencies collaborating on a commercial project with artists, film makers, illustrators, photographers, writers, other designers or crafts-people.

Design Craft

Required Media: Upto 5 Images
Optional Media: Video/Case Study Video

  • Illustration for design

    Outstanding use of illustration in any media and design application (print, digital or environmental), for any brand, organisation or project.

  • Photography for design

    Outstanding use of photography in any design application (print, digital or environmental), for any brand, organisation or project.

  • Typography

    Outstanding design and use of typography in any design application (print, digital or environmental), for any brand, organisation or project.

  • Writing in Design

    Outstanding writing and/or tone of voice in any design application (print, digital or environmental), for any brand, organisation or project.

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Music Video 2024 (CLOSED FOR 2024)

Required Media: Image, Video
Optional Media: Case Study Video

  • Best Music video

    Entry should demonstrate excellence and show relevance to the creative idea.

  • Best Music video for low budget <10k

  • Best Animation

  • Best Artiste Performance

  • Best Casting

  • Best Choreography

  • Best Cinematography

  • Best Colour Grading

  • Best Direction

  • Best Editing

  • Best New Director

  • Best Post Production VFX

  • Best Production Design

  • Best Writing/Idea/Concept