FAQ
Who can enter the AICE Awards?
Only AICE member companies can enter the AICE Awards competition. If your company would like to become a member of AICE, click here.
Does an entry have to have "aired" to be eligible?
Yes. Entries must have first appeared on television, the internet or other broadcast media (e.g. cinema, live billboard) as a commercial release, commissioned by a client, between January 1 and December 31, 2009. Commercials entered in the Spec Spot category must have been completed between January 1 and December 31, 2009.
Are there different categories?
Yes. There are 13 categories: Comedy, Design, Dialogue, Montage, Music/Sound, Music Video, National Campaign, New/Emerging/Alternative Media, Public Service, Spec Spot, Storytelling, Under $50,000 and Visual Effects. In addition, all entries will automatically be included in the appropriate "Best of" category at no additional cost: Best of Boston, Best of Chicago, Best of Dallas, Best of Detroit, Best of Los Angeles, Best of Minneapolis, Best of New York, Best of San Francisco and Best of Toronto.
How do I decide on the category or categories for my entry?
Select the most appropriate category (or categories) for each entry. Though most of the categories are self-explanatory, two require some clarification:
The NATIONAL CAMPAIGN category requires the submission of three spots from the same campaign. No more, no less. Three.
The VISUAL EFFECTS category is for entries that utilize practical effects during production and/or computer generated effects applied to live-action footage during post that ultimately stretch reality or create visual magic. The entrant must have edited the spot and participated in the effects planning and/or execution in a significant way. It is strongly recommended that the entrant provide comments on-line (up to 5) which explain his or her contribution. The comments will be considered by the judges.
How do I enter something?
Choose an appropriate category (or categories) for each entry. Fill in the on-line entry form for each entry then upload the file(s) to the AICE Awards Show site. If you choose to submit on tape, EACH entry must be submitted on a separate DigiBeta cassette (NTSC).
To enter the National Campaign category you must submit three spots which are part of a national campaign. If you choose to submit on tape, the three commercials for a National Campaign entry must be submitted on one DigiBeta cassette (NTSC).
What if I just want to enter my work in the Best Of Chapter category?
You can't. You must enter one of the 13 national categories and your entry will automatically be entered in the appropriate "Best Of" category without additional charge. For example, if someone from San Francisco submits an entry in the "Comedy" category, that entry will automatically be included in the Best of San Francisco category at no charge. The "Best Of" categories will truly judge the best work from each chapter city.
How much does it cost to enter?
The fee is $US 235 per entry. For the National Campaign category, the $US 235 fee covers all three spots required to enter the National Campaign category.
For example, if you submit one entry in the Comedy category, the fee is $US 235. If you submit the same entry in the Comedy category and the Dialogue category, the fee is $US 470. If you submit one entry the Comedy category, another in the Dialog category, and three spots in the National Campaign category, the fee is $US 705.
What does finalize mean?
Once all the information about your entry is correct, you have uploaded your entry and made payment by credit card, your entry is "finalized". Once your entry is finalized, You cannot make changes on-line. If something needs to be corrected, contact the Awards Show at 212 665-2679 or awards@aice.org.
What is the entry deadline?
All entries must be finalized (uploaded and entry fee paid) or received by Friday, March 5, 2010 by 5:00pm, EST. Tape packages and/or payment may be sent on Friday, March 5, 2010 via overnight service to arrive Monday, March 8, 2010 without penalty.
Do I need to include slates on my entries?
Include slates on your entries ONLY if you submit on tape (see below). Otherwise, do not include slates. Each entry should start at first picture.
If I submit on tape, where should I send my entries?
Send all tape entries to:
AICE
308 West 107th Street, Suite 5F
New York, NY 10025
phone: 212 665-2679
Put everything in ONE shipping envelope with return address.
If I submit on tape, what should I send?
You must send one DigiBeta cassette (NTSC) of each entry and enclose a copy of the entry order form with each. For the National Campaign category, submit one DigiBeta cassette (NTSC) with all three spots and copies of three entry order forms. If you do not pay by credit card, you must also include a company check to cover all your entries. Make checks payable to AICE. Not AICE National. Not AICE Los Angeles. Just AICE.
If I submit on tape and my company has more than one entry, can I send all the DigiBeta cassettes and enclose one check for all the entries?
Yes. You can send as many entries as you'd like and write just one company check to cover them all.
If I submit on tape, what if I entered the same spot in three categories?
If you submit on tape, you must send three separate DigiBeta cassettes (NTSC), one for each category. Enclose a copy of each entry order form and a company check made payable to AICE to cover all your entries.
If I submit on tape, do I need slates on the DigiBeta tapes?
Yes. Each commercial must have a slate with the following information:
Category
Agency
Client
Product
Commercial Title
Length
Order number which you will find on the PDF order form.
If I submit on tape, do I need to label the cassettes?
Yes. Each cassette label should have the following information:
Category
Agency
Client
Product
Commercial Title
Length
Order number which you will find on the PDF order form.
Can I submit an entry after the deadline?
Yes. You can submit an entry after the deadline but only with the express, written permission of AICE. Fill in an on-line entry form, then email your request to burke@aice.org or call 212 665-2679. There is an additional $US 100 fee for each late entry.
What if I have other questions that are not answered here?
If you have other questions, please contact:
Burke Moody
awards@aice.org
212 665-2679
