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THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS AND SCIENCES

NASHVILLE/MIDSOUTH CHAPTER

21^st ANNUAL MIDSOUTH REGIONAL

EMMY^®AWARDS

CALL FOR ENTRIES

Call for Entries – 21^st Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy Awards

NATIONAL ACADEMY RULES

PURPOSE: To recognize outstanding achievements in television by conferring annual awards of merit in the chapter's designated award region. The presentation of these awards is intended to be an incentive for the continued pursuit of excellence for those working in the television industry and to focus public attention on outstanding cultural, educational, technological, entertainment, news and informational achievements in television.

ELIGIBILITY: Entries must have been produced for the chapter's designated awards area and must have had their first broadcast or cablecast in that awards area during the eligibility period. Entries must not have been available for viewing by more than 50% of the U.S. television homes during the eligibility year. Entries that are available to more than 50% of the U.S. television homes should be submitted to The National Television Academy’s national awards (see exceptions). No entry may be submitted to more than one chapter's awards. Entries must be submitted as originally telecast/cablecast. There may not be any post broadcast changes, except as noted in the category descriptions.

1. Local station news coverage that may receive national exposure should be submitted to

2. The treatment of a local community issue by a super station that is directed specifically
to those living inside the station's home market maintains its eligibility in regional

3. A local program that later receives national distribution may compete in both regional
and national awards competition, but not in the same eligibility year.

4. Local segments that are eligible to participate as entries in national Emmy^®Award

competitions (i.e. News & Doc “Best of”; Community & Public Service) may compete in

PROGRAM LENGTH COMMERCIALS (INFOMERCIALS) AND CLOSED CIRCUIT PROGRAMS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE:

To be eligible entries must have been broadcast or cablecast to the general public by a television station, a cable company, satellite or similar distribution system.

MEMBERSHIP: Membership in The National Television Academy is not required to enter the Emmy^® Awards.

ORIGINAL MATERIAL: At least two-thirds of a program entry must consist of original material, unless previously produced material has been given some unique and creative treatment that, in the opinion of the chapter awards committee, results in an original program. Entrants must identify all non-original material, including its location in the program.

LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH: Spanish-language entries may be entered and will be judged by a panel of Spanish-speaking, peer judges. Programs in languages other than English or Spanish may also be entered; however judging of these entries in their native language is subject to the availability of qualified, peer judges who speak the language of the entry. Therefore, the National Television Academy requires that these entrants submit a tape with English subtitles or with English on a second audio channel, a précis or English transcript.

JUDGING PROCEDURE: Entries made to this chapter will be judged by panels assembled by other NTA Chapters. These panels shall be comprised of no fewer than six judges who shall be certified as peers. No more than 4 judges on a panel may be employed by the same station or company. Judges may not have a conflict of interest, which is described as having a direct involvement in the production of an entry, or having a personal relationship with a member of the production staff of an entry. Group ownership, by itself, does not necessarily create a conflict of interest.

NON-COMPETITIVE JUDGING: Entries are judged against a standard of excellence and do not compete against each other. There may be one award, more than one award or no award given in each area. Any exceptions will be noted in the area description.

JUDGING REQUIREMENT: The success of the Emmy^®Awards process depends on the willingness of qualified professionals to serve as judges. Peers in another television market are serving this chapter's entrants. This chapter will judge other chapter's entries. By entering, you agree to serve as a judge when asked.

THE INTENTIONAL FALSIFICATION of production credits by an entrant may be the basis for the disqualification of the entry.

ENTRY ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: The National Television Academy assumes no responsibility for the acts or omissions of those individuals or entities submitting entries pursuant to this notice. All submitting entities and/or individuals are advised to review submissions with respect to correct name credits and other information. The Academy shall accept all submissions that are not in conflict with any of its rules and regulations. Ineligible entries may be disqualified at any stage of the competition.

AWARD OWNERSHIP: Emmy^®Awards are presented to individuals, not to their employers. Ownership of the Emmy^®statuette is retained by the individuals and The National Television Academy, even if an employer pays entry fees. Stations, studios and production companies may order a duplicate statuette for display at their office or place of business (one each; up to a maximum of three per winning entry). Corporations, production companies, cable companies and other employers associated with nominated or winning entries may purchase plaques from the Academy for display at their offices.

WHO RECEIVES THE AWARD? Producers receive the Emmy^®statuette for winning programs, except where noted. Others who work on a nominated or winning entry may order production certificates or plaques.

INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENTS (CRAFTS): In the Individual Achievement Awards, those who actually perform a specific discipline receive the Emmy^® statuette. Supervising or directing the work of others does not qualify for Individual Achievement Awards, except for achievements in directing areas.

PROMOTION: Emmy^® winners may refer in advertising and publicity to the fact that they are an Emmy^® recipient and, for one year after the award was bestowed (thirty days for St. Louis Chapter Regional Awards) may use a replica of the Emmy^® statuette in such advertising.

A ® registration mark and the appropriate copyright notice: © NATAS/ATAS must accompany any portrayal of the Emmy^®statuette or moniker.

MIDSOUTH REGION REQUIREMENTS

DESIGNATED AWARDS AREA: The Midsouth Region encompasses the States of North Carolina [except Asheville] and Tennessee and the television market of Huntsville, Alabama.

ELIGIBILITY PERIOD: Entries must have had their first broadcast or cablecast in the awards area during the eligibility period July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006.

All entries must be submitted as originally telecast without any post-telecast production changes in an effort to enhance the award worthiness of an entry. In the case of long-form programs such as sporting events or concerts, two Entrants may be required to provide documentation, including proof of performance affidavits or verified production credits, if deemed necessary by the Awards Committee.
Submission of an entry constitutes permission for the Nashville/Midsouth Chapter of NATAS to telecast or screen the entry, or portions of the entry, as part of the Emmy Awards promotion and program.
Edits may be made to reduce the length of the entry to 60 minutes or less for judging. There can be no internal editing of an entry. However, original segments may be assembled to meet entry time restrictions.
Entries may be submitted by the management of a television station, franchised cable system, or company directly responsible for the production of an entry, or any individual directly responsible for the production of an entry or individual craft achievement.
The academy retains all rights to any telecast, videotape recording, audio tape recording or photographs of the Emmy Awards presentation and any use of the material without written permission is strictly prohibited. Clips from the telecast of the Emmy Awards, however, may be used in newscasts.
Scores from the ballots are tabulated by the chapter's Certified Public Accountants, KV Financial Group.
Nominees and award winners will be selected based on the scores provided by the accounting firm without reference to the individual entries.

· Nomination Certificates will be awarded to all nominees, following verification by the Awards Committee.

· Awards will be presented at the 21^st Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy Awards program in January in Nashville.

· An Emmy Statuette will be presented to each qualified entrant on an award-winning entry. Individual Statuettes may NOT be purchased following the Awards Ceremony.

· Winner Plaques and production certificates to honor individuals who provided significant contributions to a winning entry are also available following the Awards Ceremony.

· Each entry must be submitted on an individual VHS cassette. It is recommended that each entry be slated with Category Name, Category Number, Entry Title, Running Time, and :05 Black. Please do NOT include bars & tone. Entry should follow :05 Black.

· Each cassette and cassette box must be clearly labeled, using the format provided, or a facsimile, with the number and title of the category, and running time and title of the entry.

· The total running time of each entry must be provided, expressed in minutes and seconds, such as 60:00 for one hour.

· Entry forms will be reviewed for correct and complete information. If it is determined that an entry has been incorrectly submitted, the Awards Committee may reject the entry, or may suggest modifications that would make the entry acceptable.

· Each entry must be accompanied by TWO copies of the completed entry form with all requested information either typewritten or printed clearly in block letters. Academy online entry forms, which can be filled in by computer and printed, are available at: www.emmyonline.org/nashville. Computer-generated facsimiles of the entry form will be accepted if they contain the same data in the same order as the NATAS forms.

· The titles, air dates and length of each item included in a composite entry must be listed.

· It is the responsibility of the entrant to double check all information including correct category title and number, title of entry, spelling of name(s), etc. This information will be used in the printing, engraving Emmy Statuettes, in the telecast and the program. The chapter assumes no responsibility for incorrect information provided on entry forms.

· If more than one person is listed, a separate entry fee is required for each person. with the amount determined by whether or not the individual is a member of NATAS.

· In order to qualify for the member's discounted entry fee, the entrant must be a paid-up member of the academy in the current Chapter year June 1, 2006 to May 31, 2007. Non-members may qualify for member fees by joining NATAS using the Membership Application enclosed, or from our web site at http://www.emmyonline.org/nashville. Payment of $60 membership fee must accompany the entry and be paid by SEPARATE check marked "Membership''.

· Programming Entries and Spot Announcements (CATEGORIES 1 – 41):
Non-members/each producer $150.00
NATAS Members/each producer $65.00

· Individual Craft Entries (CATEGORIES 42 - 60):
Non-members/each entrant $130.00
NATAS Members/each entrant $45.00

PAYMENTS: Entry fees may be paid by check, purchase order, or credit card. Please make checks payable to: NATAS NASHVILLE. Multiple entries from an individual or organization may be accompanied by a single check covering all entries submitted if a list of each entry/fee is included. An academy form (Online Payment Form), which can be filled in and printed by computer, is available at: www.emmyonline.org/nashville

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: Entries must be received with appropriate entry forms, labeled tapes, and entry fees no later than: 5:00 PM, FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2005

Midsouth Regional Emmy Awards
CASSETTE LABEL
Category #______________________
Category Name__________________
Entry Title______________________
_______________________________
Entry Length____________________

Program entries may be entered in only one programming category. In programming categories, an entry is defined as a single program or segment or, in the case of news, one story or a series of stories directly related to each other. A maximum of three edits is permitted to bring longer program entries to the stated entry time. One Award, more than one Award, or no Award (except where noted) may be given to the producer(s) and others directly responsible for the content and execution of the program, segment or coverage. Anchors, reporters, photographers, editors, assignment editors, hosts, directors and qualified others may be eligible if their contributions are significant to the entry’s award-worthiness. For any entry designated as a series, a minimum of two segments must be included.

A statuette is awarded to the news director of the station or stations which, in the opinion of the judges, displayed an outstanding overall news operation during the eligibility period. Entries should present as many different activities as possible, including, but not limited to: enterprise in general assignment reporting, breaking news coverage, specialty and beat reporting, series, documentaries, continuing coverage of community issues, editorials/commentaries, etc., or other factors which you wish to call to the attention of the judges. Judges will stress quality and breadth of a station's news operation, substance rather than style, and the station's performance in sustaining excellence throughout the year. The composite entry must be comprised only of material as actually aired. No introductions, post production, music or special effects may be added. Entry should include a one-page, written synopsis. Entry length shall not exceed 60 minutes.

For excellence by news director or executive producer, producer and anchor(s) in any regularly scheduled newscast of 30 minutes length or longer which aired between July 1, 2005, and June 30, 2006. Entries should not exceed one hour.

3. Newscast/Daytime

For excellence by news director or executive producer, producer, and anchor(s)/on-camera persons, in any regularly scheduled newscast of 30 minutes or longer which aired between the hours of 5 AM and 5 PM Monday-Friday between July 1, 2005, and June 30, 2006. Entries should not exceed one hour.

4. Newscast/Weekend

For excellence by news director or executive producer, producer, and anchor(s)/on-camera persons, in any regularly scheduled newscast of 30 minutes or longer which aired between the hours of 12 Midnight Friday and 12 Midnight Sunday between July 1, 2005, and June 30, 2006. Entries should not exceed one hour.

5. Spot News

For excellence in coverage of a single unanticipated news event that is shot edited and produced within 24 hours on a regularly scheduled newscast. Entry may include multiple lived and/or taped elements. Elements of a related Breaking News entry may be included in a Spot News entry but not in their entirety. Time Limit: Limited to a single report.

Regional winners in this category are eligible, at their discretion, to compete for a plaque in the National News and Documentary Awards in the following category: Outstanding Regional News Story – Spot News.

For excellence in coverage of a single unanticipated news event that is aired simultaneously with the news event being covered and aired either within or outside of a regularly scheduled newscast. Entry may include multiple live or taped elements. Time limit: 15 minutes.

For excellence in coverage of a single or multi-part story or topic aired within a regularly scheduled newscast or newscasts, which has no time limit for its preparation. Entry may include live and/or taped elements. Stories and topics covered must be of a Hard News character and be an assigned report that would not be considered a Feature or Special Report (to be entered elsewhere). Time Limit: 10 Minutes

For excellence in coverage of a single news story over an extended number of reports. Entries will be judged in part on story advancement and should be entered as a composite. Elements may include segments from within or outside of a regularly scheduled newscast. A stand-alone segment from this composite may be entered in one other area.
Time Limit: 30 Minutes

9. Feature Story

For excellence in reporting of a single or multi-part feature news story or topic aired within a regularlyschedulednewscast. Time limit 10 minutes or two complete reports, if longer.

12. Human Interest Series
For excellence in coverage of stories that appeal to the human spirit. Time limit 10 minutes or two complete reports, if longer.

For excellence in reporting of a community problem requiring research and investigative journalism, aired within a regularly scheduled newscast. Entry will be judged on the quality and extent of research, the presentation, and the impact of the reporting. Written documentation is required (100-word limit). Regional winners, at their discretion, are eligible to compete for a plaque in the National News & Documentary Awards in the following category: Outstanding Regional News Story – Investigative Reporting. Time limit 30 minutes.

For excellence in coverage of business, finance or consumer topics. Time limit 10 minutes or two complete reports, if longer.

For excellence in coverage of special interest information. Time limit 10 minutes or two complete reports, if longer.

For excellence in coverage of a one-time-only, significant, newsworthy event, occasion or topic aired outside any regularly scheduled news program. Subject should be an in-depth treatment of current topic. Time limit 60 minutes.

For excellence in coverage of sports in general, sports related topics or subject matter within a regularly scheduled news program. Time limit 10 minutes or two complete reports, if longer.

For excellence in coverage of sports in general, sports related topics or subject matter. Time limit 10 minutes.

For excellence in a regularly scheduled daily or weekly sports program, or for coverage of a one-time-only sports event (not sporting game or play-by-play) or sports series. Entry may be live or taped. Entry must have, as its basis, special coverage not to be taken from a regularly scheduled newscast. Entries may include multi-camera and pre-produced segments that cover the full spectrum of the event. Entry may have no post edits except for the removal of commercials. Entry will be judged on overall content, presentation, enterprise, writing, format, teases, etc. Enter 30 minutes of complete program or series compilation not to exceed 30 minutes. (A maximum of three edits is permitted to bring longer programs to the time limit).

For excellence in production of a single program or series, live or live-to-tape sports event or game. A composite is required and must include examples of: Show Open, Graphics Package, Use of Replays, Inserted Pre-Produced Segments, Use of Statistical or Other Prepared Material, Highlights, Standard Coverage (e.g. Routine Innings or Downs) and any additional material at entrant’s discretion. Time limit 30 minutes.

For excellence in coverage of weather in general, weather related topics or subject matter within a regularly scheduled news program. Time limit 10 minutes or two complete reports, if longer

For excellence in the creation of a formal, structured television presentation of in-depth coverage of a substantive topic in the areas of the arts, sciences, or the humanities, during a single program of at least 30 minutes duration. Time limit 60 minutes.

For excellence in the creation of a formal, structured television presentation of.in-depth coverage of a substantive historical topic during a single program of at least 30 minutes duration. Time limit 60 minutes.

For excellence in the creation of a formal, structured television presentation of.in-depth coverage of a substantive topic in the areas of current issues, topical events, or subject matter which includes social and political issues of the day, during a single program of at least 30 minutes duration. Time limit 60 minutes..

25. Arts/Entertainment (excluding magazine programs)

For excellence in a regularly scheduled program or special that focuses on general entertainment, variety or performing arts. Series entries accepted. Enter 30 minutes of complete program or series compilation not to exceed 30 minutes.

For excellence in a regularly scheduled program or special consisting of various segments of local interest designed to entertain and inform. Time limit 30 minutes

For excellence in a regularly scheduled program or special that focuses on current issues of societal concerns, social ills, community or general public interest. Enter 30 minutes of complete program or series compilation not to exceed 30 minutes.

For excellence by executive producer (if directly involved), and/or producer in programming, whether news or non-news, involving the entire station in a continuing effort to focus interest on, and marshal support for, a worthy community cause. Emphasis should be given to the depth, breadth and duration of the station effort. Entry should include a one-page, written synopsis. Entry length shall not exceed 60 minutes.

For excellence in presentation of stories whose prime purpose is to be instructional; to teach formally or informally about a subject or subjects. Enter 30 minutes of complete program or series compilation not to exceed 30 minutes.

For excellence by executive producer (if directly involved), producer and/or host(s) in a program or series specifically designed for children.

For excellence in coverage of a one-time-only, anticipated community or entertainment event. Program may include multi-cameras and pre-produced segments that cover the full spectrum of the event. Live entries should include at least 70% live material. Time limit 30 minutes. (A maximum of three edits is permitted to bring longer programs to the time limit.)

For excellence by person(s) most responsible for interactivity between programming and the viewing public to extend content beyond what is included in programming. This may include (but is not limited to) webpages that provide the viewing public additional access to information or means to comment about programming, instant web polls, webcasts and moderated Internet chats. The entries may also include interactivity not reliant on internet access, i.e. live-to-tape phone responses, man-on-the-street kiosk recorders. Submission to consist of a video presentation of the interactivity, the address of any webpage, sample text of moderated internet chat (if appropriate) and a written description of no more than 200 words. Entries not to exceed 15 minutes. May be submitted on CD or DVD-R.

One award, more than one award, or no award is given to the Producer(s) and others directly responsible for the content and execution of the promotion or commercial. Entries must be locally conceived, produced and aired. Spots that contain more than 50% of network or syndicator-provided material do not qualify -- music, graphics and pre-edited video constitute such material. For a campaign, a minimum of two, and a maximum of three spots may be entered.

For excellence in announcements that effectively focus interest in and marshal support for worthy community or area causes.

For excellence in announcements that promote a news image, a specific story, stories or series, including sports, weather and/or franchise stories. This includes promos for news specials, breaking weather, sports specials, etc.

39. Promotional Campaign/Program
For excellence in announcements that promote non-news station programming. This includes spots promoting a broader station image as well as locally produced spots for network and/or syndicated programming.

For excellence in commercial production advertising a product, business or service that is conceived, written, created and produced in and for the local market. Spots may be between: 05 and 2:00 in length. Program length commercials (infomercials) are not eligible.

One award, more than one award, or no award is given for excellence in a specific television discipline demonstrating the skills of one or more individuals. Submit a single example of the craft or a composite of material as originally broadcast. Limit 15 minutes. While craft entrants may submit more than one entry per craft discipline, only one of those entries may be a composite. Craft awards are intended for hands-on craftpersons, not those that supervise craftpersons.

50. Graphic Arts

51. Lighting

52. Music Composer-Arranger

53. Photography/News
54. Photography/Program

Technical Achievement recognizes excellence in technical engineering and might include: oversight in the coverage of a special event, specific technical innovation that enhances viewer experience or a technical success story that is so unique and noteworthy as to warrant special honor and recognition. Entry should include a one-page synopsis detailing specific objectives and challenges that were overcome as a result of the technical achievement. Entry limited to 30 minutes.

QUESTIONS???

Geneva Brignolo

NATAS Nashville/Midsouth Executive Director

161 Rains Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203

615-259-0040

e-mail: emmynash@aol.com

1. A VHS cassette with official labels (or photocopies) completed and affixed to both tape and tape box.

2. TWO completed copies, or computer-generated facsimiles, of the official entry form (or photocopies) of both sides for EACH entry. No attachments to entries, except Set Design.

CATEGORY NUMBER ___________ CATEGORY NAME ______________________________________________

ENTRY TITLE ______________________________________________________ RUNNING TIME ______________

PRODUCING COMPANY __________________________________________________________________________

ORIGINAL AIRDATE _________________________________ STATION AIRED ____________________________

1^st ENTRANT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ON SCREEN CREDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

2^nd ENTRANT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ON SCREEN CREDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

3^rd ENTRANT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ON SCREEN CREDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

4^th ENTRANT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ON SCREEN CREDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

5^th ENTRANT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ON SCREEN CREDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

6^th ENTRANT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ON SCREEN CREDIT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

When a SINGLE check covers MULTIPLE ENTRIES, a list of each category, name of entrant and individual entry fee MUST accompany the check.

MEMBERSHIP FEES MUST be submitted on a SEPARATE CHECK, including a list of new members.

PERSON SUBMITTING ENTRY ____________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _______________________________________________________________________________________

CITY ___________________________________________ STATE _______________________ ZIP ______________

TELEPHONE (required) ___________________________ E-MAIL (required)_________________________________

Signature constitutes permission to screen and telecast all or portions of the entry as part of the Emmy Awards Program.)

SYNOPSIS: One hundred word limit of objectives, or any information you deem advantageous for the Judging Committee. Please use reverse side.

Card Holder Name:__________________________________________________ Expiration Date_______________

Total Amount $__________________________________________________________________________________

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Call for Entries – 21st Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy Awards

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Call for Entries – 21^st Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy Awards