The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria

• Production values: this relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
• Entertainment value: does it entertain? Does it hold the audience? Does it achieve its purpose?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty.
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it polished and professional?

Listen to last year’s winner here

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland. Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. Please note that if an independent producer submits a winning entry, the award will be presented to the broadcaster, with the producer credited.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Each entry is €100 with every third entry free of charge. Payment can only be made online.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter on Line and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it polished and professional?
• Value: Does it hold the audience? Does it achieve its purpose?
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
  

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally broadcast. "Special" broadcasts e.g. Christmas Specials may be entered here, provided that the entry is a fair reflection of the programme as generally broadcast. The restriction on one entry per programme still applies.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance in descending order of importance

• Entertainment Value: Does it hold the audience? Does it achieve its purpose? Does it have the “Right Here Right Now” factor for that day? Does it create a “must listen or I’ll miss out” edge?
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme(s) from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous) or a compilation of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes, with a minimum of 4 extracts (lasting no longer than 20 minutes in total).

Where the entry consists of a compilation of extracts, these must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: Does it hold the audience? Does it achieve its purpose?
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: Does the entry demonstrate how the programme supports new Irish music / musical talent?
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programmes from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should consist of a compilation of news bulletins or other items in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). There should be a minimum of 4 extracts. The duration should not exceed 20 minutes.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full. For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .

Extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance:

• Value: Judges will look carefully at the value of the story to the audience and the skillful way in which the story is handled
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-informed about the story? Is it polished and professional?
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
• Creativity: Has the story been approached from an innovative or original angle?

Listen to the previous winner

The bulletins must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should consist of a compilation of complete news bulletins. You must submit a running order which specifies transmission times and dates of each bulletin. The duration of the entry should not exceed 20 minutes.

Each bulletin must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each one ends and the next one begins.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance:

• Value: Judges will look carefully at the value of the bulletins to the audience and the skillful way in which they are presented
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-informed? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Have the items contained within the bulletins been approached from an innovative or original angle?
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Are the bulletins well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance:

• Value: Judges will look carefully at the value of the programme to the audience.
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-informed? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Is originality or innovation evident in the programme?
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance:

• Value: Judges will look carefully at the value of the programme to the audience.
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-informed? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Is originality or innovation evident in the programme?
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

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The programme(s) from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should consist of a compilation of relevant material in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). There should be a minimum of 4 extracts. The duration should not exceed 20 minutes.

Extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance:

• Value: Judges will look carefully at the value of the story to the audience and the skillful way in which the story is handled
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-informed about the story? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Has the story been approached from an innovative or original angle?
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme(s) from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should consist of a single unedited broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous) or a compilation of a minimum of 4 unedited extracts. The total duration of the entry should not exceed 20 minutes.

Where the entry consists of a compilation of extracts, these must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance:

• Value: Judges will look carefully at the value of the programme to the audience.
• Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-informed? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Is originality or innovation evident in the programme?
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should consist of a single programme that may be a one-off or one of a series, lasting from 20 minutes up to 60 minutes.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words. A running order is not required for this category.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident? Are sound effects used appropriately? Is incidental music well placed and appropriate to the mood/atmosphere being conveyed?
• Value: Does it hold the audience? Does it achieve its purpose?
• Presentation: How the story is presented? Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should consist of a single programme that may be a one-off or one of a series, lasting from 20 minutes up to 60 minutes.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words. A running order is not required for this category.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident? Are sound effects used appropriately? Is incidental music well placed and appropriate to the mood/atmosphere being conveyed?
• Value: Does it hold the audience? Does it achieve its purpose?
• Presentation: How the story is presented? Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme(s) from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should consist of a single unedited broadcast or a compilation of unedited broadcasts. Total duration should not exceed 20 minutes.

Where the entry consists of a compilation of unedited short features, these must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each short feature ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of short features on the entry form.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident? Are sound effects used appropriately? Is incidental music well placed and appropriate to the mood/atmosphere being conveyed?
• Value: To the programme within which it is contained and/or the schedule
• Presentation: How the feature is presented? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally  broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: Does the programme serve its target audience? Does it raise awareness or prick the conscience?
• Presentation: How the programme is presented? Is the presenter comfortable with the subject matter? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include a one-off broadcast or one that is part of a series or serial. The one-off broadcast or the one part of a series or serial selected for entry may be included in full. There is no time restriction. Scripts are not required.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. All other programme material should be included in full. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words. A running order is not required for this category.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

The audio entry should be contained in is one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: how the drama entertains, informs and stimulates the audience
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident? Are sound effects used appropriately? Is incidental music well placed and appropriate to the mood/atmosphere being conveyed?
• Presentation: How the drama is presented? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional? Does the entry run smoothly?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally  broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: how the programme entertains, informs and stimulates the audience
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
• Presentation: How the programme is presented? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty

Listen to the previous winner

Caithfidh an clár(cláir) as a dtagann d’iarratas a bheith craolta taobh istigh den tréimhse bailí: 1ú Meitheamh 2016 go 31ú Bealtaine 2017.

Ba chóir gur craoladh amháin, nach bhfuil eagarthóireacht déanta air, a bheadh mar iontráil agat, nó cnuasacht de chraoltaí nach bhfuil eagarthóireacht déanta orthu. Ba chóir nach rachadh an t-iontráil iomlán thar 20 nóiméad.

Nuair is bailiúchán de chraoltaí nach bhfuil eagarthóireacht déanta orthu atá mar iontráil agat, ba chóir díobh a bheith scartha amach óna chéile le céimnigh amach agus céimnigh isteach, agus bearna 2 shoicind ciúnais, le go dtuigfidh moltóirí cá gcríochnaíonn chaon mhír agus cá dtosaíonn an chéad cheann eile. Iarrfar ort ord reatha na míreanna a chur ar fáil ar an bhfoirm iontrála.

Níl cláracha “Best of”, cnuasacht d’ábhar a craoladh san aimsir atá caite, incháilithe.

Tá cead gearradh isteach agus amach as traicéanna ceoil, sosanna fógraíochta agus giotaí eolais. Ba chóir ábhar eile an chláir a fhágáil istigh ina iomláine. Ba chóir pointí eagarthóireachta atá ceadaithe a mharcáil le 3 soicind de chéimnigh amach agus céimnigh isteach, gan aon mharcáil eile curtha leis.

Tá cosc ar ábhar fuaime iar-léirithe eile, ar nós nascanna cainte, réamhrá cainte nó críoch-phíosaí cainte, i.e. ná húsáid nascanna fuaime, stoingí, cúlraí ceoil nó eilimintí eile iar-léirithe. Tá sé tugtha le fios go sonrach do na moltóirí gur chóir iarratais a dhícháiliú má dhéantar a leithid.

Caithfear paragraf tacaíochta 250 focal a chur leis an iontráil. Tá an fhoirm iontrála ar líne socruithe sa mbealach agus nach féidir ach 250 focal ar a mhéid a chur isteach. Is féidir sonraí sa mbreis a fháil ar an leathanach How to Enter.

Is féidir le stáisiúin raidió tráchtála agus seirbhís phoiblí, a bhfuil ceadúnais analógach agus/nó digiteach acu, agus atá ag feidhmiú ar oileán na hÉireann, iarratais a dhéanamh. Caithfidh na hiarratais a bheith de thionscnamh oileán na hÉireann agus bheith craolta don chéad uair ar oileán an hÉireann. Tá cead ag léiritheoirí neamhspleácha raidió iarratais a dhéanamh ach cruthúnas craolta a chur ar fáil ón stáisiúin incháilíthe cuí. Tug faoi deara má dhéanann léiritheoir neamhspleách iarratas buacach, gur ar an gcraoltóir a bhronnfar an gradam, agus go dtabharfar aitheantas don léiritheoir.

Tug faoi deara go gcaithfidh Bainisteoir nó Ceannasaí an Stáisiúin ainm a chur le chuile hiarratas.

Cosnaíonn chaon iarratas €100 agus tá chaon tríú hiarratas saor in aisce. Is ar líne amháin a ghlacfar le híocaíocht.

Nuair atá na critéir iarratais agus coinníollacha iontrála don chatagóir seo léite agat, agus d’iarratas fuaime críochnaithe agat, téigh go dtí Enter online agus cláraigh (mura bhfuil sin déanta cheana féin agat). Líon an fhoirm iontrála don chatagóir agus uaslódáil d’iontráil fuaime. Cliceáil ar Save to Later. Tugann seo cead duit eagarthóireacht a dhéanamh ar d’iarratas, dréacht-chóipeanna den t-iarratas a chló, an t-iarratas a scrios nó a leasú suas go dtí an dáta deireadh iontrála (30 Meitheamh 2017).

Féachfaidh moltóirí ar na critéir seo leanas in ord íslitheach de tábhacht:

• Luach: an bealach ina gcuireann an clár siamsaíocht, eolas agus spreagadh ar fáil don lucht éisteachta
• Léiriúchán: Baineann seo leis an taobh teicniúil den iontráil, an próiseas léiriúcháin féin. An bhfuil an píosa atá roghnaithe léirithe go maith? An bhfuil caighdeán le n-aithint?
• Cur i láthair: Cén chaoi a bhfuil an clár curtha i láthair? An bhfuil an scriptáil déanta go maith? An bhfuil sé snasta agus gairmiúil?
• Cruthaíocht: Beidh moltóirí ar thóir nuálaíocht, bunúlacht agus úire

Éist le buaiteoir na bliana seo caite

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 20 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally  broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: How the programme entertains, informs and stimulates the audience
• Presentation: How the programme is presented? Is the presenter well-informed and knowledgeable? How does the presenter interact with the audience?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is production quality evident?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Include an entry of up to a total of 30 minutes duration taken from a single broadcast in transmission sequence (not necessarily continuous). This broadcast should be a fair representation of the programme as generally  broadcast.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: how the programme entertains, informs and stimulates the audience
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
• Presentation: How the programme is presented? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single unedited broadcast or a series of unedited extracts from a single programme or a series of programmes up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration.

Where the entry consists of a compilation of unedited broadcasts, these must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

“Best of” programmes which consist of a compilation of previously broadcast material are not eligible.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Value: How effective the programme is in raising awareness of issues, informing and stimulating its audience
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
• Presentation: How the programme is presented? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?

Listen to the previous winner

The competition must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include a compilation of unedited extracts up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
• Entertainment Value: Does the programme entertain its audience? Does it achieve its objective? Does it effectively encourage audience participation?
• Presentation: How the idea is presented? Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include a compilation of unedited extracts up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Production: Of vital importance, since it is what the station is saying about itself!
• Creativity: Is the imaging original, innovative or novel?
• Communication: How effective is the imaging? Does it achieve its objective?

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The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include a compilation of unedited extracts up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland. Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. Please note that if an independent producer submits a winning entry, the award will be presented to the broadcaster, with the producer credited.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Entertainment Value: Does the item entertain its audience?
• Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty
• Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
• Presentation: Is it well scripted? Is it polished and professional?

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Include a compilation of unedited extracts up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration. The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. Examples of stand-out on-line elements should be attached as well as relevant press articles or associated publicity material.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Innovation: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and the exciting use of the radio medium.
• Value: Does the entry entertain, excite and stand out? Does the use of other mediums – social media / video / web posts enhance the entry?
• Production: Did the entry use any non traditional avenues to enhance and expand the programme, as well as maintaining high radio values? Do the additional platforms integrate well into the programme experience?

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The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should include either a single broadcast or a series of unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio producers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria, applying equal importance to each

• Presentation
• Creativity

Listen to the previous winner

The programme from which your entry is extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Entries should be from a single live broadcast or a compilation of extracts from several live broadcasts up to a maximum of 20 minutes duration.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

Telescoping in and out of commercially released music tracks, ad breaks and information segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full. For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of a piece, fade down and then include a further piece from that same piece. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by sound engineers working in licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Independent radio sound engineers are eligible to enter but must present proof of transmission by the relevant qualifying station. In addition to the maximum of 5 entries which each station is permitted to submit in each category, independent producers may submit one entry per category on the payment of the €100 euro entry fee. Proof of broadcast from a qualifying station must be submitted with all independent entries.

Please note that all entries must be signed off by the Station Manager or Head.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

Judges will look at the following criteria in descending order of importance

• Sound Quality: Sound quality and how this relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the sound quality evident?
• Technique: How the engineer captures the performance under the headings of
  • Use of equipment avaiable to the engineer
  • Sonic composition and landscape
  • Use of compression, EQ and FX
  • Mixing the performance

The programmes from which your entries are extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1^st June 2016 to 31^st May 2017.

Each mp3 file should contain a minimum of 6 unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes and not exceed 30 minutes duration. The designated date entry is required to be in chronological order but the year- long entry is not required to be in chronological order.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 500 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 500 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Entries to this category are free of charge

For further details see Submitting Written Material on 'How to Enter' page.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

There are two mp3 files required for each entry in this category. The first mp3 is a compilation of material broadcast during the validity period 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017, containing a minimum of 6 extracts, up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration. The second mp3 is a compilation of material broadcast on the specific date nominated, containing a minimum of 6 extracts, up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration. All stations will be notified of this date retrospectively.

The entry must be supported by a 500 word paragraph.

The programmes from which your entries are extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Each mp3 file should contain a minimum of 6 unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes and not exceed 30 minutes duration. The designated date entry is required to be in chronological order but the year- long entry is not required to be in chronological order.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 500 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 500 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Entries to this category are free of charge

For further details see Submitting Written Material on 'How to Enter' page.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

There are two mp3 files required for each entry in this category. The first mp3 is a compilation of material broadcast during the validity period 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017, containing a minimum of 6 extracts, up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration. The second mp3 is a compilation of material broadcast on the specific date nominated, containing a minimum of 6 extracts, up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration. All stations will be notified of this date retrospectively.

The entry must be supported by a 500 word paragraph.

The programmes from which your entries are extracted must have been broadcast within the validity period: 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017.

Each mp3 file should contain a minimum of 6 unedited extracts taken from a number of programmes and not exceed 30 minutes duration. The designated date entry is required to be in chronological order but the year- long entry is not required to be in chronological order.

The extracts must be separated with a 2 seconds dead air, so that Judges will understand where each extract ends and the next one begins. You will be asked to complete the running order of extracts on the entry form.

No other editing is permitted and all other programme material should be included in full.  For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry. Please go to the rules and read carefully all the rules relating to the Submission of Broadcast Material .  

Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.

The entry must be supported by a 500 word paragraph. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 500 words.

You must now go to rules for rules regarding Submitting Broadcast Material and Submitting Written Material.

Entries can be made by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland. Entries must have originated from and been first broadcast on the island of Ireland.

Entries to this category are free of charge

For further details see Submitting Written Material on ‘How to Enter’ page.

Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (Friday 30th June 2017).

There are two mp3 files required for each entry in this category. The first mp3 is a compilation of material broadcast during the validity period 1st June 2016 to 31st May 2017, containing a minimum of 6 extracts, up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration. The second mp3 is a compilation of material broadcast on the specific date nominated, containing a minimum of 6 extracts, up to a maximum of 30 minutes duration. All stations will be notified of this date retrospectively.

The entry must be supported by a 500 word paragraph.