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DPA COMMUNICATIONS CONTEST: Divisions and Categories
Annie Nefosky, Communications Contest Co-director
Ph: 302-834-6779
Fx: 302-656-4150
E-mail:
annienefosky@yahoo.com
The annual DPA Communications Contest
provides an opportunity to compete in a broad range of categories.
Click on any of the divisions listed below for a complete
listing and description of categories and sub-categories in that division.
DPA CONTEST DIVISIONS AND CATEGORIES
Print Media
Categories 1 through 17
(Paid or unpaid circulation)
A tear sheet (full page or pages containing the article, special page, etc.)
must be submitted for entries published in newspapers or other publications.
Clearly mark the tear sheet by highlighting or underlining the headline or
title. Photocopies of tear sheets are permitted when originals are not
available, but they must show publication name and date of issue printed on
the page. Sections, special editions and publications must be submitted in
their entirety. Sections and supplements should clearly indicate that they
are
part of a larger publication.
1. News reporting
Submit ONE (1) article. Judges will consider planning and general
organization of story, initiative in obtaining story, news writing,
readability and impact.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
2. Continuing coverage or unfolding news
Open competition. Submit a maximum of SIX (6) articles representing the
course of the story. Judges will consider the writer’s ability to stick with
the story, the handling of the subject, writing style, readability and
thoroughness of coverage (e.g., a trial under way with daily coverage, or
surprising new facts discovered at a later date on a story that is not a
planned series). A one-page written summary noting general chronology of the
unfolding news and any special circumstances or events related to the topic
MUST be included with the entry.
3. Investigative reporting
Open competition. No sub-categories. Entry should demonstrate entrant’s
ability to provide treatment of an issue that has an impact on publication’s
coverage area but that has not received prior coverage or would not have
been told without the reporter’s diligence in uncovering or reporting of the
subject. Submit a maximum of SIX (6) articles representing the course of the
story. Judges will consider the initiative, thoroughness of research,
documentation, clarity of writing and/or presentation and technical
excellence. A one-page written summary MUST accompany the entry. The summary
should include the entrant’s role in preparing the coverage, chronology of
events, events of coverage, current status of issue covered and any unusual
circumstances or difficulties encountered in preparation of the series.
4. Enterprise reporting
Open competition. No sub-categories. Entry should demonstrate entrant’s
ability to expand on and add in-depth information to an issue that already
has been reported and had an impact on publication’s coverage area. Submit a
maximum of six (6) articles representing the course of the story. Judges
will consider the initiative, thoroughness of research, documentation,
clarity of writing and/or presentation and technical excellence. A one-page
written summary MUST accompany the entry. The summary should include the
entrant’s role in preparing the coverage, chronology of events, events of
coverage, current status of issue covered and any unusual circumstances or
difficulties encountered in preparation of the series.
5. Special series
Open competition. No sub-categories. Submit a minimum of THREE (3) but not
more than SIX (6) developed articles. The final article must have appeared
by Dec. 31, 2007. Use publication date of the final
article as entry date. (This allows beginning article to have been published
in the previous contest year.) The articles must be numbered or must
otherwise indicate (e.g., an editor's note or a logo) that the articles were
INTENDED as a series.
6. Editorial/Opinion
In addition to considering local interest of the publication for the
readers, judges will consider clarity of style, sound reasoning and effort
to influence readers' opinions in what the writer believes to be the right
direction. DO NOT SUBMIT personal columns; this category is for pieces that
generally are not bylined and appear on editorial or op-ed pages.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
7. Feature story
Judges will consider interest and unusual aspects of the feature material
itself and/or the handling of it, writing style, readability and
thoroughness of coverage. DO NOT ENTER interview as feature (see Category
8/Personality Profile).
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
8. Personality profile
Open competition. No sub-categories. Submit ONE (1) article that gives a
portrait of an individual based on interviews with one or more persons. Judges will consider how well the writer reveals the
personality of the subject by exploring the subject’s actions, background,
motivation and character.
9. Special articles
Open competition. Submit TWO (2) articles on the same basic subject for each
sub-category. The two articles equal one entry and both should be listed on
the same entry form and placed in one envelope. Entrants may enter one or
all lettered sub-categories, but the two articles that make up an entry must
be on the topic of that sub-category. Example: sub-category M (Sports), both
articles may cover various sports topics; each may focus on a particular
sport, e.g., basketball; or each article may cover a different sport – one
on basketball and one on hunting, etc. Or, as in sub-category K (Reviews),
one article may be a review of a play, while another is a review of a
concert. Judging will be on the same criteria as for news or feature
stories, but will include the author's ability to write knowledgeably on the
subject.
A. Business
B. Agriculture, Agribusiness, Aquaculture
C. Arts and entertainment
D. Health and fitness
E. Education
F. Science, ecology, environment, energy
G. Food
H. Government or politics
I. History
J. Home (interior decoration, furniture, architecture, fashion)
K. Religion
L. Reviews (any subject, personal opinion must be expressed)
M. Social issues (family, minority affairs, welfare, women, the
elderly, or consumerism)
N. Sports
O. Hobby or crafts
P. Travel
Q. Advertorials (writing done for special advertising supplements
or
special sections)
R. Rotating Subject: Nature
10. Personal Columns
Open competition. No sub-categories for type of publication or circulation.
Submit TWO (2) columns. Column should have a head that indicates it is a
regular feature of the publication; should entertain and/or educate; should
reveal author's style.
A. Humorous
B. General
C. Informational (how-to, Q&A, advice)
D. Specialized (critique or review on one continuing subject, such as
gardening)
11. Single page or pages regularly edited by entrant – Lifestyle or
Entertainment
Specify frequency of page's appearance and submit TWO (2) samples of the
same type or subject (i.e., two editorial pages, two youth pages, etc.).
Judges will consider the planning and general organization of the page, the
power of original editorial material, suitability and appeal of feature
material, informational value, editing and headline writing.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
12. Single page or pages regularly edited by entrant – other than Lifestyle
or Entertainment
Submit TWO (2) samples. Judges will consider the planning and general
organization of the page, the power of original editorial material,
suitability and appeal of feature material, informational value, editing and
headline writing.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
13. Section edited by entrant – frequent or regular sections
Specify frequency of section or supplement and submit TWO (2) samples.
Regardless of frequency, newspaper supplements (such as Sunday magazines)
MUST be entered in the appropriate newspaper sub-category below, not in
magazine sub-category. Judges will consider planning and general
organization, the power of original editorial material, suitability and
appeal of feature material, informational value, editing and headline
writing, cohesiveness, and thoroughness of coverage.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
14. Sections/supplements edited by entrant – infrequent (one-time, annual,
semi-annual, quarterly)
Submit one (1) sample. Regardless of frequency, newspaper supplements (such
as Sunday magazines) must be entered in the appropriate newspaper
sub-category. Entry must specify the larger publication in which the section
appeared. Judges will consider planning and general organization, the power
of original editorial material, suitability and appeal of feature material,
informational value, editing and headline writing, cohesiveness, and
thoroughness of coverage.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
15. Publications regularly edited by entrant
Submit TWO (2) issues in their entirety. Note that there are categories for
public relations magazines and other types of publications in the Public
Relations Entries section. Judges will consider writing, editing, design and
content.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. General or specialized magazines including internal publications
D. Newsletters (not internal or public relations)
16. Page layout
Submit TWO (2) examples of pages regularly laid out by entrant. Entry may
consist of front pages, youth pages, editorial pages, sports pages, family
pages or others, all of one type or in combination. Judges will consider the
overall layout and design of the pages, typefaces, use of photographs and
arrangements of the various elements to appeal to readers.
A. Non-daily newspaper
B. Daily newspaper
C. Publication for general or specialized circulation, including internal
publications
17. Headlines, caption writing, original graphics, and editorial cartoons
Judges will consider appropriateness to story, originality and appeal to the
reader. Open competition. No sub-categories as to type of publication or
circulation.
A. Headline writing (submit four (4) samples on marked tear sheets).
B. Caption writing (submit four (4) samples on marked tear sheets).
C. Original graphics (submit two (2) samples on marked tear sheets).
D. Editorial cartoons (submit one (1) cartoon).
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Photography Entries
Categories 18 through 23
In all categories, a photo, laser print or copy of original (no larger than
8" x 10") must be submitted. For digital work, a CD may be
submitted, but the entry also must include a printed copy (laser copy is
acceptable) for ease of judging. DO NOT MOUNT PHOTOS. Prints and CDs will
not be returned. Tear sheet or photocopy of entire printed page must be
attached, but judging is on the photo, not the reproduction. Except for
category 23 (Photographer-writer), text will not be considered. For prints
published in black/white, originals may be color or black and white.
18. Photography in non-daily newspaper
A. News photo
B. Feature photo
C. Sports photo
D. Photo essay (photographs in a layout that either have a narrative quality or present
points of view on a single subject)
19. Photography in daily newspaper
A. News photo
B. Feature photo
C. Sports photo
D. Photo essay (photographs in a layout that either have a narrative quality or present
points of view on a single subject)
20. Photography in printed publication other than newspaper
A. News photo
B. Feature photo
C. Sports photo
D. Photo essay (photographs in a layout that either have a narrative quality or present
points of view on a single subject)
21. Photography on the Web or electronic publishing
Open category; no sub-categories. A printed copy (print, laser print, etc.)
needs to be included in entry. In addition, submit a CD with the digital
photo as it appeared on the Web or e-publishing site, including all
supportive files to be able to view the photo as it was “published”
electronically. Care should be taken to ensure the photo has not been
electronically altered from the version published. Entries should remain
true to ethical standards followed by professional photographers.
22. Advertising photography
A. Black/white
B. Color
23. Photographer-writer
Judges will consider the quality of both the photos and the copy, the
relationship of one to the other, and the completeness of the package. Both
the photos and the copy must be the work of the entrant. Layout will not be
considered.
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Radio/Television Entries
Categories 24 through 32
Audiocassette tapes, VHS videotape cassettes or CDs are required for
submission of entries. In instances where more than one person contributed
to the report, and only the person submitting the entry is an NFPW member,
the entrant must have had an equal or the major role in creating/delivering
the broadcast. Unless otherwise noted, a one-page written summary, detailing
circumstances surrounding coverage of stories and entrant's participation,
MUST accompany the entry. The tape or CD, the case, the entry form and the
envelope must be labeled with the following information: name of entrant,
number and letter of the category/sub-category, length of cut.
24. On-the-scene spot report (news, features, sports)
Entry may be edited and is limited to 15 minutes. Narratives or
voice-overs are allowed only if they were part of the original piece that
aired. A one-page written statement, detailing circumstances surrounding
coverage of story and entrant's participation, MUST accompany the entry.
Judges will consider reporter's ability to provide enterprising coverage of
one unscheduled event.
A. Radio
B. Television
25. Prepared report (news, investigative, feature or sports)
Entry may be limited to a single report or may include excerpts from a
related series. Entry is limited to 15 minutes. A one-page written
statement, detailing circumstances surrounding coverage of story and
entrant's participation, MUST accompany the entry. Judges will consider
reporter's ability to obtain a story with impact, clarity of
writing/production, and concise assembly.
A. Radio
B. Television
26. Special programming (documentary, public affairs or editorial)
Entry may be a single report or editorial, or may be a series of stories on
the same subject. In addition to considering entrant's ability to provide
comprehensive and effective in-depth coverage of a community problem or
significant news event, judges will consider creativity, clarity of writing
and/or presentation, and technical excellence. Entry may be edited, but
narratives or voice-overs are allowed only if they were part of the original
piece that aired. Documentary or public affairs are limited to 30 minutes.
Editorial is limited to 15 minutes. A one-page statement MUST accompany the
entry and should include a synopsis of the subject matter, entrant's role in preparation and
how entrant's coverage addressed the community/market need, a summary of any
follow-up reports, and any unusual circumstances or difficulties encountered
in preparation of the original piece.
A. Radio
B. Television
27. Special reporting series (Investigative or Enterprise Reporting)
Submit coverage of a single subject reported in TWO (2) or more parts. Entry
should demonstrate entrant's ability to provide treatment of an issue that
has impact on the station's coverage area but has not received prior
coverage or would not have been told without the reporter's enterprise in
uncovering it. Judges will consider initiative, thoroughness of research,
documentation of any allegations, clarity of writing and/or presentation,
and technical excellence. Entry may be edited and must not exceed a total of
30 minutes. Narratives or voice-overs are allowed only if they were part of
the original piece that aired. A one-page statement MUST accompany the entry
and should include
entrant's role in producing series, chronology of events, effect of coverage
on community, current status of issue covered, a summary of any follow-up
reports, and any unusual circumstances or difficulties encountered in
preparation of series.
A. Radio
B. Television
28. "Personal column on the air" or critic's review
Entry clearly must indicate the broadcaster's viewpoint. No written
statement is required.
A. Radio
B. Television
29. Interview
Delete all commercial breaks, but no other editing may be done. If interview
exceeds 30 minutes with commercial breaks removed, submit only the first 30
minutes of the program. No written statement
is required.
A. Radio
B. Television
30. Talk Show
Delete all commercial breaks, but no other editing may be done. If talk show
exceeds 30 minutes with commercial breaks removed, submit only the first 30
minutes of the program. No written statement
is required.
A. Radio
B. Television
31. Best newscast (commercial or non-commercial station)
Newscast must be under the overall supervision of the entrant. Judges
will consider excellence of news content and production values. Delete all
commercial breaks, but no other editing may be done. Narratives or
voice-overs are allowed only if they were part of the original piece that
aired. If newscast exceeds 45 minutes with commercial breaks removed, submit
only the first 45 minutes of the program. No written statement is required.
A. Radio
B. Television
32. Best presentation (anchor, sportscaster or play-by play sports reporter)
Judging will be based on presentation only (style of delivery, diction,
authoritative presence, and credibility)—not content. No written statement
is required.
A. Radio
B. Television
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World Wide Web
Categories 33 through 35
See specific instructions under each category. Questions about these entries
should be directed to the contest director. Digital photography is covered
under the photography entries. Every attempt should be made to enable the
judge to view the article or pages under the form in which it was intended
to be viewed. The entry should reflect the material as it appeared during
the contest period (Jan. 1, 2007 – Dec. 31, 2007).
33. Writing for the Web
Submit hard copy printed from the Web AND a one-page statement
defining the goal of the project, the site's purpose and target audience. If
the entry is still accessible to the public on the Web site, circle or write
URL on the top of the printed copy. If not, entry must be
accompanied by a CD with the entry viewable via the original site (include
all appropriate files to enable the site to be viewed). Entries must have
been created for use in electronic form; material written for print
publication and reused on the Web is NOT eligible. Judges will consider
clarity of message, appropriateness to audience and adherence to principles
of Web-based communication.
A. Web content written for not-for-profit or educational organization sites
B. Web content written for corporate or for-profit organization sites
C. Web content written for personal, vanity, or hobby sites
D. News articles written specifically for the Web
E. Feature articles written specifically for the Web
F. Commentary (includes columns, reviews, and editorials) written
specifically
for the Web
G. Headlines written for the Web
H. Captions written for the Web
34. Web site edited by entrant
Submit hard copy of home page with URL at the top so the judge can go
immediately to the site. Each entry MUST be accompanied by a one-page written statement defining the
site's purpose and target audience, frequency of update, role in editing
page, number of visitors per month and any additional comments about
maintenance of the site. Judges will consider clarity of site, interaction
options, design, relevance to audience and adherence to principles of
Web-based communication.
A. News
B. Features/entertainment
C. Not–for-profit or educational organization
sites
D. Corporate or for-profit sites
E. Personal, vanity or hobby sites
F. Professional sites
35. Web site development/creation
Submit hard copy of home page with URL at the top so the judge can go
immediately to the site. Each entry MUST be accompanied by a one-page written statement defining the
goal of the project, site's purpose and target audience, launch date of the
site, evaluation of project, number of visitors per month and any additional
comments relevant to the development or creation of the site. Judges will
consider adherence to purpose, clarity of site, interaction options, design,
and adherence to principles of Web-based communication. Entries must have
been created for use in electronic form. Material written for print
publication and reused on the Web is NOT eligible.
A. Not-for-profit or educational organization sites
B. Corporate or for-profit organization sites
C. Personal, vanity, or hobby sites
D. Professional Sites
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Advertising Entries
Print Media Advertising
Categories 36 through 39
Submit tear sheet(s) of the ad or campaign/series. For
electronic ads, submit printouts or CDs for Web sites, CDs or e-newsletters
in which this ad or campaign series appeared. Each entry MUST be
accompanied by a one-page statement including reason for the ad or campaign,
special strategies used, effectiveness in terms of results, and the role of
the entrant in carrying out the project. Judges will consider the
originality of the selling idea or promotion, adaptability and suitability
of idea to the advertiser, appropriate choice of medium, makeup and appearance, style and content of copy,
and results.
36. Newspaper, trade paper, magazine, newsletter or Web
site – black/white print or electronic display (single ad)
A. Retail product or service
B. Institutional or image
37. Newspaper, trade paper, magazine, newsletter or Web
site – color or spot color print or electronic display (single
ad)
A. Retail product or service
B. Institutional or image
38. Newspaper, trade paper, magazine, newsletter or Web
site print / electronic campaign or series built around one
subject (b/w, color or spot color)
Series may feature same product or service, or different products/services
for same advertiser. Series must be related by theme or design format.
A. Retail product or service.
B. Institutional or image.
39. Single-sheet poster / Poster Campaign / Billboard /
Banner (any size, black and white or color)
A. Single-sheet poster (any size, black/white or color). Submit
poster OR send photo no
larger than 8” x 10” of entry.
B. Poster campaign – Submit posters or send photo no larger than 8” x 10”
photo of each
poster in campaign.
C. Billboard – Submit photo no larger than 8” x 10” of entry.
D. Banner (any size) – Submit photo no larger than 8” x 10” of entry.
Electronic Media Advertising
Categories 40 and 41
Submit audiotape cassettes or CDs for radio entries and VHS videotape
cassettes, CDs or DVDs for television entries. Each entry must be
accompanied by a brief statement including reason for the commercial or
campaign, special strategies used, effectiveness in terms of results, and
the role of the entrant in carrying out the project.
40. Radio single commercial or campaign built around one subject
41. Television single commercial or campaign built around one subject.
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Public
Relations / Promotion / Publicity
Communications programs and campaigns
Categories 42 through 46
Each entry MUST be accompanied by a one-page statement that includes the
research or reason for the program or campaign; audience; strategies used to
reach this audience; theme, if any; timetable; budget, and how program or
campaign was evaluated. Attach major supporting items including brochures,
press releases, speeches, videotape, audiotape, CD (limit sample to five (5)
minutes). Displays too large to include in the 9" x 12" envelope may be
photographed and submitted if photos are no larger than 8" x 10". Materials
submitted in this category also may be entered in categories 47-54. Entry
must have been under the overall supervision of the entrant, with role
defined in statement. Judges will consider clearly stated objectives,
success in meeting objectives and in relating to audience, effective use of
media, general impact of program, evaluation of effectiveness, and technical
quality. The program or campaign must have been completed by the contest
deadline.
42. Community or Institutional relations
Program or campaign designed to improve an organization's relationship with
key publics or a community.
43. Public service
Program or campaign for the public good.
44. Internal communications
Program or campaign designed to improve relations within an organization.
45. Marketing program or campaign for new or existing service or product
46. Audiovisuals
Entry must be creatively directed, edited and executed by the entrant.
Submit appropriate format (i.e. slides, VHS videos or CDs with viewable
PowerPoint or similar presentation). Each entry MUST be accompanied by a
one-page written statement that includes general objectives; audience;
theme, if any; timetable; budget, and how entry was evaluated. Entrant must
state her/his role in carrying out project. In audiovisuals, for example,
entrant must document role to state whether it included scripting only,
scripting and photography, photography only, production, etc. Judges will
consider clearly stated objectives, success in meeting objectives and in
relating to audience, effective use of media, general impact, evaluation of
effectiveness and technical quality.
A. Still illustration or multi-image slides
B. Video productions
C. PowerPoint or similar presentation method
PR Printed Materials
Categories 47 through 54
This sub-division includes PR print materials and those produced for CD-ROM and
e-mail. Materials created for the
Web should be entered in Categories 33 - 35. Entry must be creatively directed, edited and executed by
the entrant.
Submit one sample. Each entry MUST be accompanied by a one-page statement
that includes description of entrant's role in carrying out project; general
objectives; audience; theme, if any; frequency; budget; how entry was
evaluated. Judges will consider clearly stated objectives, success in
meeting objectives and in relating to audience, effective use of media,
general impact and technical quality. If the cover of a publication is
4-color but the body is 1- to 3-color (or vice-versa), the body of the
publication determines the sub-category.
47. Annual Report
A. External
B. Internal
C. CD - Electronics
48. Magazine
A. One- to three-color
B. Four-color
C. CD - Electronics
49. Magapaper/tabloid
A. One- to three-color
B. Four-color
C. CD - Electronics
50. Newsletter
A. One- to three-color
B. Four-color
C. CD - Electronics
51. Brochure
A. One- to three-color
B. Four-color
C. CD - Electronics
52. Catalog
A. Retail or Manufacturing
B. Educational institutions
C. CD - Electronics
53. Direct mail marketing
54. Manuals and handbooks
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Information for the Media
Categories 55 through 57
55. News or feature release – single release
Submit a copy of original release and clippings of ONE (1) to THREE (3)
published articles resulting from release, or reports of placement if used
by electronic media. Each entry MUST be accompanied by a one-page statement
that includes general objectives, media contacted, audience targeted, theme
(if any), timetable, budget and follow-up.
A. News release
B. Feature release
56. News or feature releases – multiple releases
Submit TWO (2) news or feature releases dealing with the same topic or
campaign. Submit copies of original releases and clippings of ONE (1)
published article or reports of electronic placement, which resulted from
each release. Releases may have been rewritten by publication. Each entry
MUST be accompanied by a one-page statement that includes general
objectives, media contacted, audience targeted, theme (if any), timetable,
budget and follow-up.
57. Media kit -- tools to gain media coverage
Submit TWO (2) to SIX (6) examples that make up a single media kit, which
may include, but not be limited to, tip sheets, expert lists, media
advisories and feature suggestion packets. In addition to the examples,
results must be documented with at least two clippings, or reports of
placement if used by electronic media resulting from the media kit. Each
entry MUST be accompanied by a one-page statement that includes objectives,
media contacted, follow-up and results.
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Speeches
Category 58
58. Speeches
Entry must be a minimum of FOUR (4) pages, typewritten and
double-spaced. Each entry MUST be accompanied by a one-page statement that
includes the title of speech, title of speaker, description of audience
(including name of group and size), date, and goal of the speaker in
reaching the audience. Judging will be on effective interpretation of
subject matter, writing and well-balanced, credible discussion. The speech
must have been delivered during the contest year (Jan. 1, 2007
– Dec. 31, 2007).
COLLEGIATE
Categories 59 through 68
Open to students in either a two- or
four-year program who are working on an undergraduate degree. Tear sheets
must be submitted for print categories, and entries may have been published
in either a campus or professional publication. For web entries, files
suitable for viewing should be submitted on a CD or DVD for web categories
whenever possible. In addition, a printout of the entry may be submitted as
supplemental material.
59. News writing
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
60. Feature writing
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
61. Sports
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
62. Editorial
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
63. Column
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
64. Design
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
65. Graphics/illustrations
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
66. Photography
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
67. Advertising
A. Newspaper
B. Magazine or special supplement
C. Web
68. Public relations
A. Campaign for a non-profit or educational institution
B. Campaign for a company or for-profit business venture
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Achievement / Research
Categories 69 through 71
69. Individual achievement (print or broadcast)
Submit relative material but no more than TEN (10) pages or pieces, including
samples of the work itself, supportive materials relative to the impact of
the achievement AND a one-page written summary of the achievement. This
category includes work by a reporter, editor or news team that reflects
unusual creativity, unexcelled professionalism, courage under pressure,
effectiveness in presentation and that which "got something done," i.e.,
helped to get a law changed or introduced, focus on inadequate water supply
led to building of new reservoir, spurred an investigation of child
abuse/neglect, etc.
70. Faculty adviser of student publications
Submit one example of a newspaper, literary journal or yearbook, AND
a one-page statement about your role as adviser. The one-page statement also
should give information about the publication, such as
circulation or numbers printed, role of publication, brief background on the
publication and any special comments the adviser would like to make
regarding the publication.
71. Research (print, broadcast or public relations)
Research into historical, social or cultural topics related to media,
communications or information systems or theory should demonstrate a
comprehensive and balanced investigation of all relevant primary and
secondary sources, and should offer original insights and analysis. Open
category. No sub-categories.
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Books / Fiction / Verse
Categories 72 through 78
Note: Entry deadline for categories 72 through 78 is January 8, 2008.
Books, novels short stories, and poems must have been
published during the contest year (Jan. 1, 2007 – Dec. 31, 2007). Books must be first editions. Novels or short stories not in book form
must have been published for remuneration.
72. Non-fiction, book
A. General
B. Essay or chapter(s) appearing in book not written by
entrant. Essay or
chapter(s) judged on
fit with the overall theme of the book.
C. Biography and Autobiography
D. History
E. Cookbook
F. Humor
G. Instructional
H. Religious or inspirational
73. Fiction, novel (full-length, 40,000 words and up)
74. Children's books
A. Fiction
B. Non-fiction
75. Young adult books
A. Fiction
B. Non-fiction
76. Short story (single story or collection)
77. Creative verse, including single entries or a book or chapbook of poetry
A. Single entries
B. Book or chapbook of poetry
78. Book edited by entrant including poetry books or
poetry magazines
Editor in this category MUST include a one-page written statement about
role in the project and the extent or type of
editing done.
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