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Submission & Special Requirements

Please review the following before completing your entry form.
Having these details ready will make the process fast, fair, and loud.

Submission Requirements

Who’s the main contact?

We need the name of a single person at your organization who will serve as the point of contact. They’ll get all updates and correspondence about the entry. If you’re submitting multiple entries, you can reuse the same contact info each time.

What’s the name of your entry?

This is how your work will appear on certificates, the winners list, and social shoutouts. Name it the way you’d want it remembered.

Who deserves credit?

List the organization(s) and/or individuals that should be recognized if the work wins. Keep it to 255 characters max. Whatever you provide here will be used exactly as-is on award certificates, social media, and the winners showcase.

How will you provide your entry?

All submissions must be digital. You may:

  • Upload a PDF of your work, or

  • Provide a direct URL (must remain active throughout judging).

For physical/print work, submit it as a PDF. For digital work, a PDF or working link will do.

Which category does it belong in?

Pick one category from our list. If your work fits multiple categories, you can enter it more than once—but each category requires its own form + entry fee.

Any special requirements?

Some categories may ask for extras—like a login to a mobile app, a password-protected video link, or judging instructions. If your entry needs special access or context, provide it clearly in the form.

Who was the target audience?

Tell us who the work was designed for: consumers, professionals, or both. For healthcare entries, include relevant age ranges (adults, adolescents/teens, all ages, etc.).

What size is your organization?

Select one of the following for context:

  • Individual

  • 2–99 employees

  • 100–999 employees

  • 1,000+ employees

Special Requirements

Some entries need a little extra context or access. Here’s what to know before you hit submit.
Mobile App Entries
  • Free apps: Drop the direct App Store or Google Play link.

  • Paid apps / locked features: Upload a PDF with screenshots of the main features so judges can still experience the design and flow.

Podcast, Audio, and Video
  • Tell us how long it runs.

  • Entries under 10 minutes = no extra fee.

  • Longer runtimes may incur an additional fee.

Series Entries
  • Some categories allow series submissions.

  • Extra fees apply based on how many pieces are in your series.

  • Upload a PDF with a list of direct links to each piece so judges can access them easily.

Access Codes
  • If your entry link requires a username or password, include them in the form.

  • Judges will not create accounts or jump through hoops. If we can’t get in, we can’t score it.

Special Instructions
  • If judges need specific directions to view your entry, select “Yes” on the entry form and upload a short PDF with instructions.

  • Keep it brief and clear.