EMMY® Awards 2012 Quick Facts:
Eligibility dates: January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011
Deadline for Entries: Friday, January 13, 2012
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Why DVD-R for entries?
A. DVD-R is the most universal DVD format; compatible with computers and home DVD players.
Q. My piece has aired in your region for the first time during the eligibility period, but it aired elsewhere previously. Can I enter it now in your region?
A. No. Entries must have been produced for the Chapter’s designated awards area and must have had their first transmission in that awards area during the eligibility period, meaning that the first time it ever aired had to have been in our region, and during this year’s eligibility period.
Q. My production could be entered in Magazine Program as well as Entertainment Program – are we allowed to enter that program into both categories?
A. A program can only be entered in one programming category – it’s up to you to decide which.
Q. If we can only enter a program in one category, why do we see the same program receiving multiple Emmy® Awards at the ceremony?
A. The Awards are in two basic groups – Programming and Crafts. Although a program can only be entered in one programming category, the various crafts involved, editing, photography, direction, etc. can also be entered. And it often is that an excellent program is also honored in several craft categories.
Q. Does each entrant need to be a member to qualify for the cheaper entry rate? Can my station become a member, thereby making all entries at the member rate?
A. Each entrant needs to be a member in order to qualify for the discount. NATAS is made up of individual members of the television profession and there is no corporate membership. After 8 entrants, either member or non-member, the non-member rate applies.
Q. What constitutes a “Composite”?
A. This is intended to give craft entries more depth. For instance, it’s a way to showcase an editor’s talent in general. A composite is two or more representative segments or elements or examples of a craft. The time limit for craft entries is 15 minutes.
Q. We have a few stories that we want to enter. However, all of them were produced by a 2-person team. Can we include both names? In case of winning, do both producers get an award?
A. In the case of two or more producers, all producers enter on the same form and each pay an entry fee. For instance, two producers enter as producers of one program, they each pay the appropriate entry fee (member or non-member) and if it is Emmy® awarded, they each receive a statuette.
Q. In the Craft categories, do we enter a single program or can it be an edited piece showcasing the performer’s abilities in different programs?
A. On Craft entries, have mercy on the judges and enter a composite of segments, up to two or more representative segments or elements. The time limit for craft entries is 15 minutes. For instance, if it’s a host of a magazine show, just put the host’s sections on the entry.
Q. If I have more questions, whom do I contact?
A. Don’t hesitate to call or email the Chapter office and contact Executive Director Amy Bosler. The phone number is 619-862-0097.