Who can enter the awards?
The awards is open to all PR and communication practitioners from communication measurement companies, media agencies, PR agencies, communication agencies and private and public sector and not-for-profit in-house communication teams.

How do I enter?
All entries are being taken on behalf of AMEC by our agents, the CIPR. Click here to go the online entry system.

How much does it cost to enter?

Entry fees

VAT receipts (where applicable) will be sent out after the entry deadline.

Do I have to pay UK VAT @ 20% if I am not a UK registered company?
If you buy goods or services for your business in the UK that are VAT chargeable, you may be able to reclaim the VAT you paid in the UK if you’re VAT-registered in your own EU country, and bought the goods or services to use in your business. Or for Non EU businesses; if you’re registered as a business in your own country, and bought the goods or services to use in your business. Please follow this link for further information on the international trade refunds scheme: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/vat/managing/international/index.htm

How do I obtain an invoice in order to raise a payment from my organisation?
Please complete the online entry form and select the invoice option on the payment page. Note: This option is available until Monday 28 November. Invoices need to be paid in full by 5pm on Monday 19 December 2011 or your entry will be removed.

How many categories are there?
There are 12 standard categories, 1 student of the year award, 2 Grand Prix and 2 Special Awards.

Can I enter the same campaign in more than one category?
Yes, but you need to fill out and pay for each separate online entry in each category the campaign is entered into. Please ensure your entry is relevant to the category you are entering. There is no discount for entering more than one category.

When is the closing date?
The first closing date for entries is 1700 hours GMT on Monday 28 November 2011. The final entry deadline is 1700 hours on Monday 19 December 2011.

What if I miss the entry deadline?
Please contact Nicola Gardiner at nicolagardiner@amecorg.com to discuss late entries. Our start point is ….we will try to work with you!

I’m not sure which category to enter?
You can enter your campaign in more than one category. If you want to enter just one category and you are not sure where to place your campaign, you can contact Nicola Gardiner at nicolagardiner@amecorg.com or 07971 813677 to discuss.

When will I know if I am shortlisted with my entry?
You will be notified if your entry is shortlisted in March 2012. The shortlist will also be published on the AMEC website at this time.

Who judges the entries?
A panel of international independent judges from consultancy, in-house, academic and media backgrounds, chosen for their experience and expertise, will assess all entries.

If someone in our organisation is a judge, can we still enter the awards?
Yes, but the judge will not be allowed to judge any category in which you have entered.

Must the entries be in PDF format?
Yes, please, as we find this format easier to work with. For additional information on how to create a PDF document, please consult our Notes on PDF creation.

Can I include any artwork or images in my PDF?
Your PDF can be up to 1MB in size or a maximum of four sides of A4. Please do not include any artwork or imagery.

Can I enter an ongoing campaign for an Award, or does it have to be one that has been completed in the past year?
Campaigns that span a long period of time are fine, as long as the main focus of the entry is on the one year period from 1 June 2010 to 28 November 2011.

Can my entry remain confidential?
AMEC reserves the right to publish details from award winners and shortlisted entries. Supporting materials may be supplied in confidence and the responsibility for advising AMEC of any confidentiality restraints imposed by clients shall lie with the company submitting the entry. AMEC shall not be held liable for any failure by the company or agency submitting the entry to supply such confidentiality details.

Do all entries receive feedback?
No, we do not provide feedback for all entries, only those that are shortlisted.

When will the winners be announced?
There will be a special AMEC Awards segment as part of the SummitDinner as part of the AMEC European Summit in Dublin on Thursday 14 June 2012. What it means is that 200 delegates from all over the world will celebrate your success!

How do I book a ticket for the awards ceremony?
Click the box on the entry form asking if you would be interested in receiving information on booking to attend the Awards dinner or email nicolagardiner@amecorg.com expressing your interest.