The AIB, the industry association for international broadcasting, today announces a major awards programme for the sector.
The AIB International Broadcasting Awards are open to any organisation involved in international television and radio broadcasting, and the awards cover both programmes and technology.
“With the introduction of these awards, the AIB is recognising the work of international broadcasters around the world,” says Simon Spanswick, AIB chief executive. “International television and radio broadcasters produce some remarkable content for audiences worldwide and make innovative use of technology to deliver programming on a global scale. The AIB, as the leading representative of the international broadcasting industry, is delighted to contribute to the promotion of the highest standards in global media.”
There are three categories of awards:
Category One Best radio documentary or current affairs programme for an international audience (30 or less)
Category Two Best childrens or youth TV programme for an international audience (30 or less)
Category Three Most innovative use of technology in international broadcasting
The AIB International Broadcasting Awards will be judged by the AIB’s Executive Committee, elected by the Association’s members, together with the AIB chief executive and an independent industry executive.
Complete details of how to enter are available on the AIB website at https://aib.org.uk. Entries must be received at the AIB’s London headquarters by 21 March 2005.