Radio
Radio has the ability to take large audiences on some incredible journeys. Both intense and intimate, the radio broadcast can bring its subjects right in to the home of the listener.
Shortlisted entries in this category have ranged from an investigation into the abuse of domestic workers in affluent areas of London to secret detention in Afghanistan.
2012 winner: Victoria Derbyshire in Guantanamo Bay, BBC Radio 5 live, Victoria Derbyshire, Louisa Compton
Entry Guidelines
- Entries in this category should be either a news item, podcast, a single programme, or a series of up to 120 minutes total duration, broadcast to a UK audience
- If entering more than once, you must complete one form per entry
- You must answer the three synopsis questions on the entry form. Please do not send further supplementary material or information as this will not be considered
- If you have problems completing the form please call 020 7033 1544
As well as completing the form, please post the following to 17-25 New Inn Yard, London, EC2A 3EA:
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Two copies of each entry on CD
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Label discs clearly with the name and duration of the programme plus date of broadcast
Important: Please have the following information to hand BEFORE you begin as the entry form cannot be saved:
- Full title of entry
- Date of broadcast
- Background information on the entry including: How the idea for the piece came about, what challenges were encountered in producing the piece, how it helped to further the understanding of the issues covered, what impact it had (i.e. number of viewers/listeners and their response, government reaction, policy change, etc)
- Name of broadcast company
- Name of production company
- Producer
- Director
- Editor
- Reporter/presenter
- Name of other contributors who should be credited (e.g. researcher
- Length of programme
- Credit or debit card details
- High res copies of the logos of the production company and broadcaster (if appropriate)
The deadline for entering the 2013 Media Awards has now passed.
