Entry Instructions
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How to Submit Your Entry:
1. Choose Your Category
- Identify the programs or tools you plan to enter
- Select the correct division and category
- Ensure your work follows the IABC Code of Ethics
- Use the justification letter if internal approval or funding is required
- Include a client permission letter if you are submitting on behalf of a client
2. Prepare Your Work Plan
Divisions 1, 2 and 3:
Download the work plan template for Communications Management, Communications Research or Communications Training and Education.
Requirements:
- Maximum four pages
- Minimum 10-point font
- Margins no smaller than 0.5 inch (1.27 cm)
- Include at the top of the work plan:
- Entrant name (one name only)
- Organization
- Division and category
- Title of entry
- Project time period
- Team members, if any
- Entry summary (100 words maximum)
If entering the same program in more than one category, tailor the work plan for each category.
Division 4:
Download the Division 4 work plan.
- This division uses a brief online entry form instead of a full work plan.
- Responses have character limits
- The work sample must represent the full scope of the work
- Confirm that the division and category are listed correctly
3. Prepare your work sample
Your work sample should clearly show how the program or tactic was planned and executed.
You may include:
- Links to videos or audio files
- Website links
- PDFs, documents or presentations
4. Upload and Submit
Upload your materials through Award Force and complete payment.
You may upload:
- Your organization’s logo
- One client logo, if applicable
- Up to three logos total
Payment must be completed online before the deadline.
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