Award Requirements

Ambient & Activation Entries must be entered as an MOV, MP4 or JPEG

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The case study that is submitted for judging must clearly show the work in-situ.
• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Specs for JPEG uploads:

Resolution:
Landscape Images: Approx. 2400 x 3000 pixels
Portrait Images: Approx. 3000 x 2400 pixels
300 dpi
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Color Mode: CMYK or RGB
File size: 6 MB maximum

Includes Static and Interactive/Digital Billboards

Billboard entries can be entered as a JPEG, MOV or MP4
A JPEG of the Billboard in-situ is required

Static Billboards require JPEG uploads

Interactive/Digital Billboard entries require an MOV or MP4 upload

Campaign Entries:

• Must be uploaded as separate JPEG, MOV or MP4 files (one for each element of the campaign).
• Campaigns that have all elements represented on one Case Study are only required to have one upload.

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The case study that is submitted for judging must clearly show the work in-situ.
• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Specs for JPEG uploads:

Resolution:
Landscape Images: Approx. 2400 x 3000 pixels
Portrait Images: Approx. 3000 x 2400 pixels
300 dpi
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Color Mode: CMYK or RGB
File size: 6 MB maximum

Branded Entertainment entries can be entered as an MOV, MP4 or MP3. 

For long form entries it is recommended that you provide a URL linking to the original work, this will only be used if the jury requests to view the work in its entirety.

Any piece of work that exceeds 15 minutes must be entered as a Case Study.

Any piece of work that is 5 minutes or less must be entered in its original form.

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Case Studies (required for any piece of work that exceeds 15 minutes):

• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 5 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Specs for MP3 uploads:

Minimum of 64kbps (mono) up to a maximum of 196kbps
File type: MP3 (stereo) with a compression ratio of 22:1
File size: 3 MB maximum

URL:

• You may provide a URL that will direct the Jury to the work in its entirety. The jury will only view the URL if they choose to see the complete work after viewing the Case Study.
• You must submit all required user names and/or passwords.
• All Judging URLs must be live from the date of entry through 31st December 2021.

Design entries can be entered as an MOV, MP4 or JPEG

At this time we will not accept physical material in the medium of Design. We will inform you if this changes.

Sending physical material will be dependent on if it is feasible to judge on-site in Las Vegas. If judging is done virtually no physical material will be required.

Case Studies are required in the categories of:

• Branded Content
• Creative Use of Data
• Experiential Design
• Innovative Use of Design
• Product Development

MOV or MP4 uploads are required in the categories of:

• Digital Installations
• Installations/Displays
• Motion Graphics – Animation
• Motion Graphics – Typography

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Digital Entries must be submitted on a URL

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

URL:

• All Judging URLs must be live from the date of entry through 31st December 2021.
• The Judging URL can bring the user to a landing page that hosts all elements that you wish the jury to view. The landing page can include the concept, translation and/or explanation along with the work to be judged.
• We recommend you also submit the live URL if it still exists.
• You must submit all required user names and/or passwords.
• Entries that are unable to be viewed (due to an incorrect URL, user name or password) will be disqualified and will not be judged. Entry Fees for disqualified entries will not be refunded.

JPEG uploads: Entrants are requested to upload 3 - 5 JPEGs that best represent the work. JPEGs will only be used if the Entry attains Shortlist/Winner status. They will not be used for judging.

Specs for JPEG uploads:

Resolution:
Landscape Images: Approx. 2400 x 3000 pixels
Portrait Images: Approx. 3000 x 2400 pixels
300 dpi
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Color Mode: CMYK or RGB
File size: 6 MB maximum

Evolution entries require a Case Study uploaded as an MOV or MP4

Only one (1) upload allowed per entry

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Health & Wellness entries can be entered as an MOV, MP4, JPEG, MP3 or on a URL

Entries with moving components must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4 file. Entries with Digital components can be entered on a URL.

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The case study that is submitted for judging must clearly show the work in-situ.
• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Specs for JPEG uploads:
Approx 2400 x 3000 pixels CMYK or RGB JPEG 
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Resolution: 300 dpi
Maximum file size: 6 MB

Specs for MP3 uploads:

Minimum of 64kbps (mono) up to a maximum of 196kbps
File type: MP3 (stereo) with a compression ratio of 22:1
File size: 3 MB maximum

URL:

• All Judging URLs must be live from the date of entry through 31st December 2021.
• The Judging URL can bring the user to a landing page that hosts all elements that you wish the jury to view. The landing page can include the concept, translation and/or explanation along with the work to be judged.
• You must submit all required user names and/or passwords.
• Entries that are unable to be viewed (due to an incorrect URL, User Name or Password) will be disqualified and will not be judged. Entry Fees for disqualified entries will not be refunded.

Health & Wellness - Craft entries can be entered as an MOV, MP4, JPEG, MP3, or on a URL

Entries with moving components must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4 file. Entries with Digital components can be entered on a URL.

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The case study that is submitted for judging must clearly show the work in-situ.
• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Specs for JPEG uploads:
Approx 2400 x 3000 pixels CMYK or RGB JPEG 
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Resolution: 300 dpi
Maximum file size: 6 MB

Specs for MP3 uploads:

Minimum of 64kbps (mono) up to a maximum of 196kbps
File type: MP3 (stereo) with a compression ratio of 22:1
File size: 3 MB maximum

URL:

• All Judging URLs must be live from the date of entry through 31st December 2021.
• The Judging URL can bring the user to a landing page that hosts all elements that you wish the jury to view. The landing page can include the concept, translation and/or explanation along with the work to be judged.
• You must submit all required user names and/or passwords.
• Entries that are unable to be viewed (due to an incorrect URL, User Name or Password) will be disqualified and will not be judged. Entry Fees for disqualified entries will not be refunded.

Integration entries require a Case Study uploaded as an MOV or MP4

Only one (1) upload allowed per entry

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Music & Sound entries must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4

Only one (1) upload allowed per entry

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Music Video entries must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4

Music Videos must be submitted in their entirety in the original format that they were broadcast or released

Only one (1) upload allowed per entry

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Non-Traditional entries must be entered as an MOV or MP4 

Only one (1) upload allowed per entry

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Package Design entries can be entered as JPEGs

At this time we will not accept physical material in the medium of Package Design. We will inform you if this changes.

Sending physical material will be dependent on if it is feasible to judge on-site in Las Vegas. If judging is done virtually no physical material will be required.

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Pharma & Medical entries can be entered as an MOV, MP4, JPEG, MP3, or on a URL

Entries with moving components must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4 file. Entries with Digital components can be entered on a URL.

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The case study that is submitted for judging must clearly show the work in-situ.
• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Specs for JPEG uploads:
Approx 2400 x 3000 pixels CMYK or RGB JPEG 
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Resolution: 300 dpi
Maximum file size: 6 MB

Specs for MP3 uploads:

Minimum of 64kbps (mono) up to a maximum of 196kbps
File type: MP3 (stereo) with a compression ratio of 22:1
File size: 3 MB maximum

URL:

• All Judging URLs must be live from the date of entry through 31st December 2021.
• The Judging URL can bring the user to a landing page that hosts all elements that you wish the jury to view. The landing page can include the concept, translation and/or explanation along with the work to be judged.
• You must submit all required user names and/or passwords.
• Entries that are unable to be viewed (due to an incorrect URL, User Name or Password) will be disqualified and will not be judged. Entry Fees for disqualified entries will not be refunded.

Pharmaceuticals - Craft entries can be entered as an MOV, MP4, JPEG, MP3, or on a URL

Entries with moving components must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4 file. Entries with Digital components can be entered on a URL.

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The case study that is submitted for judging must clearly show the work in-situ.
• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Specs for JPEG uploads:
Approx 2400 x 3000 pixels CMYK or RGB JPEG 
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Resolution: 300 dpi
Maximum file size: 6 MB

Specs for MP3 uploads:

Minimum of 64kbps (mono) up to a maximum of 196kbps
File type: MP3 (stereo) with a compression ratio of 22:1
File size: 3 MB maximum

URL:

• All Judging URLs must be live from the date of entry through 31st December 2021.
• The Judging URL can bring the user to a landing page that hosts all elements that you wish the jury to view. The landing page can include the concept, translation and/or explanation along with the work to be judged.
• You must submit all required user names and/or passwords.
• Entries that are unable to be viewed (due to an incorrect URL, User Name or Password) will be disqualified and will not be judged. Entry Fees for disqualified entries will not be refunded.

Poster entries can be entered as a JPEG, MOV or MP4

Static Posters require a JPEG upload

Interactive/Digital Posters require an MOV or MP4 upload

Campaign Entries:

• Must be uploaded as separate JPEG, MOV or MP4 files (one for each element of the campaign)
• Campaigns that have all elements represented on one Case Study are only required to have one upload

Physical Material will not be Accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

When entering a Case Study:

• The case study that is submitted for judging must clearly show the work in-situ.
• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Specs for JPEG uploads:

Resolution:
Landscape Images: Approx. 2400 x 3000 pixels
Portrait Images: Approx. 3000 x 2400 pixels
300 dpi
Equivalent to 203mm x 254mm (8 in x 10 in)
Color Mode: CMYK or RGB
File size: 6 MB maximum

Print entries can be entered as a JPEG, MOV or MP4

Production & Post-Production entries must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4 file

Case Studies will be accepted in the category of:

• Remote Production (if a case film is not available you must provide a written brief outlining the production challenges and how they were overcome)

Campaign entries must be uploaded as separate MOV or MP4 files (one for each spot in the campaign)

Entries that are not broadcast or aired in English will only be accepted if they are dubbed or subtitled in English

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.

Radio & Audio entries can be entered as an MP3, MOV or MP4. Straight audio files must be entered as an MP3.

We will Not Approve for Judging an MOV that has no moving images. You will be required to replace any MOV upload that has no moving images at a fee of US $100.

In the categories Innovative Use of Radio and Podcasts, an MOV or MP4 is preferable

Campaign Entries:

• Must be uploaded as separate MP3, MOV or MP4 files (one for each spot in the campaign) 
• Campaigns that have all elements represented on one Case Study are only required to have one upload.

Physical Material will not be accepted

Non-English Entries:

Entries not broadcast or aired in English must be entered in their original language. In addition, we will require a second MP3 upload of the work dubbed in English with the original music and/or sound effects. If you cannot provide this, a written translation will be accepted.

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast or released, regardless of category. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Case Studies:

• The presentation should clearly demonstrate the concept and show the key elements through which the core idea has been expressed.
• Must not exceed 3 minutes.
• Narration must be in English or have English subtitles.
• Juries prefer concise and to-the-point Case Studies.
• It is mandatory that the Case Studies use Royalty-Free music.
• Any entrant that requires LIA to change the media because of music rights will be charged a USD $500.00 fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum 

Specs for MP3 uploads:

Minimum of 64kbps (mono) up to a maximum of 196kbps
File type: MP3 (stereo) with a compression ratio of 22:1
File size: 3 MB maximum

Social Media & Influencers can be submitted on a URL or as an MOV or MP4

You must provide the URL if Digital assets are required for judging

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

TV/Cinema entries must be uploaded as an MOV or MP4

Campaign entries must be uploaded as separate MOV or MP4 files (one for each spot in the campaign)

Entries that are not broadcast or aired in English will only be accepted if they are dubbed or subtitled in English

Physical Material will not be accepted

Entry Requirements:

• Entries submitted must be released in a commercial environment with client approval between 1st September 2019 and 8th August 2021.
• All work submitted must be in the exact form it was broadcast, published or released with all the logos, trademarks and copy marks intact, regardless of category or medium. Work must not be altered for submission purposes.
• If an Entrant lists more than one company in the Entrant field, two entry fees are required. LIA will invoice the Entering Company for the additional entry fee.

Specs for MOV/MP4 uploads:

Resolution:
Standard Definition Source Material minimum: 720 x 480
High Definition Source Material: 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate: Original Frame Rate
(23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 60)

Codec: H264 or Mpeg4, Best Quality
Data Rate: Minimum 5,000kbps / Maximum 10,000kbps
Sound: AAC 48KHz
File size: 1 GB maximum

Slates, clocks or bars must NOT appear on the video. Entries that contain the entrant name or branding of entering company will not be accepted.