WHAT ARE THE JUDGES LOOKING FOR?
The judges will refer to a score sheet on the judging system detailing the criteria per category as a guideline.
Category | Adjudication criteria |
Show & Presenter categories | Creativity; Presentation; Value (to the listener); Production |
Community Project | Creativity; Effectiveness; Value (to the community) and Production/Execution |
News Reader | Presentation; Pace; Ease of Listening; Credibility |
Multi-Channel Promotion | Creativity; Channel/Element Mix; Brand/identity enhancement; Production |
Promotions Stunt/Event | Effectiveness; Creativity; Value; Production/Execution |
Radio Innovation | Creativity; Value |
Station Imaging | Creativity; Originality; Brand/identity enhancement; Production |
In all categories, judges will be looking to reward the contribution made by radio practitioners, rather than the input of those whose contribution would have been equally as impressive on another medium. For example, the relay of an outstanding musical performance will merit less attention than the added value an imaginative radio practitioner might have brought to such a performance.
TIPS FROM THE JUDGES
- Make sure you have reviewed the category descriptions carefully and consider these ahead of submitting the entry;
- Be unique with your submissions;
- Emphasis on creativity and innovation is key;
- Show us your flair, style, creativity and where possible, how connected you are with your community;
- We’re looking for the unexpected and to be surprised – it’s the core element that distinguishes good radio from mediocre radio;
- Clips submitted should always include a brief program line up or overview of the clip content submitted in order to give us an idea of what a typical program will sound like;
- The purpose and projected outcomes of the program should be made clear by the presenter;
- Compelling content and flow;
- Clips should:
- Demonstrate the preparedness of the presenter/producer on the subject matter, and relevant expert or guest;
- Include brief critical elements/features of the radio show;
- Demonstrate the artistry of the presenter/producer and the command in the language;
- Promote relevance and maximum meaningful audience participation;
- Quality check the audio of the submission to ensure seamless flow of the show.