AWARD Awards 2023 Entry Guidelines - Deadlines and Submission Categories

Sep 17, 2026

2023 entry guidelines for the 45th AWARD Awards, outlining key dates for early bird, call-for-entries, and final extended deadlines with associated discounts and late fees. The document introduces the AWARD Awards and describes the creativity-focused purpose of the program, including top creative rankings and special award considerations. It provides an organized framework of entry categories across advertising and multiple craft, media, channels, and purpose sections, plus submission specifications such as required materials and optional case study formats.

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2023 Entry Guidelines

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2023 Entry Guidelines 45th AWARD Awards Entry Guidelines | Enter at
[awardonline.com](awardonline.com) | Early bird entries close (10% discount): Wed 6 December 2023 | | --- | --- | | | Call for entries close: Fri 16 February 2024 | | | Final extended deadline (15% late fee): Fri 29 March 2024 | Proudly sponsored by | AWARD Awards | 2023 Entry Guidelines 2
Creativity is the lifeblood of this industry. But it is also the differentiator within other industries too; from corporate Australia to government to non-profits, it is inarguable that creativity drives business growth. Our industry’s role is to accentuate that-to consistently redefine the way in which businesses, organisations and communities innovate, communicate and grow. We are the pointy end of creativity.
On behalf of the AWARD Council, welcome to the industry’s premier show across the Asia-Pacific region. Welcome to the 45th AWARD Awards.
This year, to highlight the most outstanding people and agencies in the region, we are proud to introduce the definitive top 10 creative rankings. To feature on AWARD’s prestigious lists, make sure you read through our special awards section in the entry kit and submit your entries into the related categories.
There are many categories to consider. But never fear! If you need any help entering, reach out to our team. They (quite literally) wrote the handbook on entering the show.
In 2024 AWARD returns with This Way Up, now in its third year. This is the festival of creativity where ideas are born, debates are contested and opinions are shaped. We look forward to seeing you at the 3-day event at Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art in August 2024, where the AWARD Award winners will also be announced. There’ll be more details about this to come.
Yes, we are truly “the pointy end of creativity” -exemplified by the very sharp trophies we hand out each year. But this title relies on you
-your energy, your persistent pursuit of creative excellence and your participation. We can’t wait to recognise that in 2024.

Mandie van der Merwe AWARD Chair
awardonline com | | --- | --- | | Introduction | | | Click here to go back to contents | | AWARD Awards 2023 Entry Guidelines 3 Contents Advertising Design | Craft | | --- | | Film &
Entertainment | | Innovation | Media | Digital | 5 | | --- | --- | | Direct | 6 | | Experiential | 7 | | Health & Wellness | 8 | | Integrated | 9 | | PR & Promotion | 10 | | Press & Outdoor | 12 | | Radio & Audio | 13 | | Social Media | 14 | | Retail | 15 | | Book Design | 17 | | Branding | 18 | | Graphic Design | 20 | | Packaging Design | 21 | | Product Design | 22 | | Spatial Design | 23 | | Animation & Visual Effects | 25 | | Art Direction | 26 | | Casting | 27 | | Cinematography | 28 | | Copywriting | 29 | | Digital Craft | 30 | | Direction | 31 | | Editing | 32 | | Illustration | 33 | | Photography | 34 | | Production Design | 35 | | Sound Design
& Use of Music | 36 | | Typography | 37 | | Branded Content & Entertainment | 39 | | Film Advertising | 41 | | Brand Innovation | 43 | | Non-brand Innovation | 44 | Channels 46 | Purpose | | --- | | Strategy | | Special Awards | Submission Guidelines | Charity | 49 | | --- | --- | | Creativity for Good | 51 | | Creative Strategy | 53 | | Individual Agency of the Year | 55 | | Creative Leader/ Leadership Team of the Year | 55 | | Creative Director or Team of the Year | 55 | | Individual Creative or Team of the Year | 56 | | Emerging Creative or Team of the Year | 56 | | Agency Producer of the Year | 56 | | Individual Director of the Year | 57 | | Emerging Director of the Year | 57 | | Indigenous Creative Talent | 57 | | Marketing Team of the Year | 57 | | Account Team of the Year | 58 | | Chief Marketing Officer of the Year | 58 | | Rising Star Award/ Breakthrough Agency | 58 | | Production Company of the Year | 58 | | Media Agency of the Year | 58 | | Agency Network of the Year | 58 | | The Grand

FAQs

What are the key entry deadlines for the 45th AWARD Awards 2023?

Early bird entries close on Wed 6 December 2023. The call for entries closes on Fri 16 February 2024. The final extended deadline with a 15% late fee is Fri 29 March 2024.

How are digital entries evaluated in the Digital category?

Judges look for work that pushes expectations of digital advertising by demonstrating creative innovation and encouraging engagement. The criteria emphasize stopping audiences’ attention and prompting watching, engagement, clicking, and recall.

What materials are required for digital category submissions?

Digital entries include an optional 2-minute case study with a 100-word description, plus required items such as a URL to the work, a digital presentation board (JPG), support images, and a client approval letter (PDF).

How can entrants get help with submitting entries?

The guidelines direct entrants to reach out to the AWARD team if they need help entering, noting the team’s expertise in the entry handbook process.

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