Chapter Rules & FAQ

The Lone Star EMMY Chapter Excellence in My Market Awards (EMMA) are presented for excellence in television programming and individual craft achievement in the television arts, and will accept EMMA entries from all television markets in Texas, excluding Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin. All entries must be broadcast or cablecast for the first time during the period from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011. No entry may be submitted to another chapter's awards.

If, in the opinion of the Peer Judging Panel, an entry is submitted in an inappropriate awards category, it will be referred to the Awards Committee which reserves the right to change the category in which any entry is to be judged; or to disqualify the entry.

Entry in the Lone Star Chapter Emmy Awards gives The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences the right to broadcast, cablecast, or post online winning entries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Important Changes in 2012!

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Awards Committee has made some very sweeping changes to the entry process. The definitions for Double-Dipping and Composite entries have changed.These changes will affect how you choose material for awards consideration. Please carefully read the NATAS Rules and Standard Clauses for all the necessary information needed to make a proper entry in the 2012 Lone Star EMMY Excellence in My Market Awards (EMMA). If, after reading the rules, you have further questions please use the CONTACT US link to submit your questions.

In addition, please note that the video element of all entries must be submitted online. The only exception is categories with a time limit that exceeds 30 minutes in which case DVDs must still be submitted. It will be helpful to watch this video to better understand the upload process.

What are the EMMAs?

The Lone Star Emmy Chapter is proud to offer a groundbreaking new award on behalf of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. The Excellence in My Market Awards will recognize television excellence produced in those markets ranging in size from Harlingen/Weslaco/Brownsville/McAllen (#87) to Victoria, Texas (#204).

They may not have the extensive resources found in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio or Austin, but television professionals in these markets often produce content head and shoulders above that found in the top 10. In recognition of those individual efforts, entries in the 2011 Lone Star EMMAs will be held to the same Standard of Excellence exemplified by the National Television Academy’s Emmy Awards, yet will be judged ONLY by qualified peer-judges from similar-sized television markets in other NATAS chapters.

Entries in the 2012 Excellence in My Market Awards must be originally broadcast between January 1, 2011 and December 31, 2011. Recipients honored with the Lone Star EMMA Crystal Tower will have their entries submitted at no fee in the 2012 Lone Star EMMY Awards.

What is the Award?
Stunning, custom-designed Lone Star EMMA Crystal Towers engraved with the Emmy image will be awarded to the honored entries. Each winning entry shall receive ONE (1) EMMA Crystal Tower, with the opportunity for those properly listed on the entry form to purchase additional towers engraved with their own name.

May I enter the same material in both the EMMA’s and the traditional EMMYs?
Yes, as long as the entry material meets all the appropriate rules in each Call for Entries. EMMA entries honored with the Lone Star EMMA Crystal Tower which originally aired during the proper Emmy Awards Cycle will automatically advance to the Lone Star EMMY Awards process, at no additional cost.

In the event that a “forwarded” entry IS AWARDED at the EMMY level?
One (1) statuette will be awarded to the primary entrant listed on the EMMA entry form. Those listed on the original entry would be allowed to each purchase ADDITIONAL statuettes, engraved with their own names.

Do I have to be a Lone Star EMMY Chapter member to enter?
NO - You do not have to be a member to enter the EMMAs. For EMMAs - your first entry fee will cover the 2012 membership fees. If you are not a member you MUST fill out a membership form and submit. Please choose to pay by check. It is not necessary to send a check, but this will submit your information for EMMY Express system.

What does it cost to enter?
$50 per name up to a total of eight (8) entrants**

**An unlimited number of names may be added for a charge of $100 per extra entrant.

How do I enter?
Online Entry is the only form of entry. All entry fees must be paid in full by the entry deadline, February 3, 2012. Unpaid entries will be disqualified from the judging process. The Lone Star EMMY Chapter does not accept personal checks. All final payments must be made by Credit Card or Company Check. The correct fee must accompany each entry. Proof of payment or payment, along with two copies of the DVD with entry forms attached to the DVD case / sleeve with a rubber band.

How do I use EMMY Express?

It is fairly simple, just follow all the instructions provided on each page and EMMY Express will prompt you along. The correct fee must accompany each entry. Payment must be made by corporate check, money order, or credit card. For each entry: Attach two copies of the entry form attached to the DVD case / sleeve with a rubber band and must be delivered or shipped to the Lone Star EMMY Office. For stations or companies paying for more than one entry, entries must be made online.

If you are paying a single entry or for multiple entries online with one credit/debit card (visa or MasterCard only) we must receive two copies of the online receipt with each submitted entry. Be sure to enter the billing address for the card holder. You must complete an entry form and transaction for each entry. To repeat the entry process, simply click on the "add another entry" button located at the bottom of the "view invoice page" or proceed to step 5 (choose a payment option). You will have the choice to pay by credit card, pay later with credit card or pay by mail later with a corporate check. If you have any problems please contact the Emmy office at 214-941-3669.

If your credit card is denied please return to the Emmy Express Online go to bottom of page and insert invoice number to resubmit payment. Please make sure you have put the correct billing address of the card holder.

EMMY Express now offers the ability to use multiple credit cards to accommodate multiple entrants on the same body of work. You will be prompted: Choose a Payment Option to Pay online now with multiple credit cards. Each entrant will be be able to pay for their entrant fee with their own credit card. Please follow the instruction above.

HOW DO I UPLOAD A SUBMITTED ENTRY?

Watch a Step-by-Step Video to Upload Entry

After you have submitted your entry you will be brought to the Payment Summary Page. You will find a link to Upload Video to the left under Resources. You will also receive an EMMY® Express - Email Copy of EMMY® Entry receipt and the link will be provided at the bottom to upload your video entry. This will bring you to the Welcome to the EMMY® Express Video Upload Process page. Please read and follow the instructions provided:

1. The first step is to make sure that you have the Entry ID Number and Submitter's email address; refer to the EMMY® Express - Email Copy of EMMY® Entry receipt.

2. Proceed to the Upload Process page; follow instructions provided.

Review VALID VIDEO FORMATS for detailed information regarding preparation of your video for upload.

Video File Upload Requirements:

• The video file size must not be larger than 500MB.

What format do I use to upload my entry?

• Adobe Flash Player 9: Video must be encoded to support this player.
  http://www.adobe.com/devnet/flash/articles/video_guide_03.html
  
  File Type - The video must be one of the following output formats:
• flv - Flash video
• mp4 - MPEG-4 H.264 encoding
• vp6 - True Motion
• mov - Quicktime MPEG-4 H.264 encoding

Proceed to UPLOAD PROCESS.

• There is a drop down box giving you the option to select the category.
• The box below please use the 2 digit number after the category number.
• EXAMPLE - 48J-06. 48J is the category, 06 is the entry id#.
• Enter your email address that you provided on the entry form.
• Select Box that you agree to the terms of uploading video.

Step 2: Video File Upload

Important Instructions - Please read before proceeding

• In the next step, browse for your video file and upload it to the server.
• An upload progress bar will display the upload status.
• Before uploading your video, you may want to use the Internet Speed Test, in the "Resources" on the left, to determine your capacity.
• Some organizations have firewalls in place that prevent video or other files from being uploaded. If you experience problems, this may be the case. You will need to upload from an alternate location such as home.
• Once you have started your video file upload, do not leave the page until the upload has completed. The next page which shows encoding status can be closed if you do not want to wait for the completion of encoding. You will be sent an email allowing you to return to this page later to approve your video.
• Processing time varies greatly depending on your internet connection speed and file size. This could take anywhere from a few minutes for small videos to more than an hour for long videos. Please follow the recommended specifications to insure your video entry is uploaded properly.
• If the upload process should time out or not complete successfully, please try again. Contact the office if you cannot get your file uploaded.
• When the file has completed uploading, a new page will open showing encoding status. This process typically takes 1 - 2 minutes for each minute of video uploaded. If you don't want to wait, check your email for a link back to this page so that you can approve your video.
• IMPORTANT: Your video must be approved by you during the last step of this upload before it will be accepted.

Step 3: Upload Video

• Select your video from your computer files by Browsing, be sure that you are uploading correct file type. SELECT UPLOAD
• Wait for video to upload, depending on the size of your file it should take a couple of minutes or longer.

Video Encoding In-Progress

Click on the thumbnail, when the status shows "ready", to play the video.

This process will take on average about 2 minutes for each minute of video to complete the 2 encodings but can take considerably longer if the server has a backlog of encoding.

A link will appear when encoding is complete. If it does not, there was an encoding problem.

If you decide to wait, use this page to monitor encoding progress (a new tab/page opens in your browser).

Step 4: Complete the Upload

• Did the video upload and play properly?
• Do you approve this video?
• Select Approve or Reject and Delete
• CLICK FINISH

If you upload your video more than 3 times or approve it; you will not be able to upload again. Please contact the office at CONTACT US

Your Video will be reset to allow you to upload your video entry again.

Thank you for uploading your video.

You will receive an email receipt confirming your video upload is completed and confirmed.

Who is a “producer”?
“Producers” are those directly responsible for the content and execution of the material presented in the entry. Anchors, hosts, reporters, writers, photographers, editors, assignment editors, producers, directors and qualified others may qualify as a "producer" if their contributions are significant to the entry’s award-worthiness.

Must I use the title “producer” on my entry?
No. You need not use the actual title "producer" unless it applies. Please use your appropriate credit as related to the entry.

How many people can be listed on an entry?
There is no limit on the number of individuals who may be listed on an entry, but each must pay a separate and appropriate entry fee. If entry exceeds eight (8) entrants, a higher entry fee will be imposed for each additional name. See entry fee structure for details. All entrants must be directly responsible for the entry’s production.

Can we just list the entrant as “Staff”, “News Team” or “Company X”, etc.?
You may NOT list any entrant name as "Staff," "News Team", "Company X", etc.
EMMA Crystal Towers are awarded to individuals, not to their employers, stations or companies. All entries must include the name and production credit for at least one individual.

Can I add nominees later?
Only the individuals listed on the entry form are eligible to become nominees and receive towers or plaques. Names may be added to the entry form up until one week before nominations are announced, subject to appropriate entry fees and late penalties.

What should I include with my entry?
Include two (2) copies of the entry form along with (2) copies of your DVD and proof of payment. All items should be affixed to the DVD case/sleeve. Only one (1) entry per DVD. Please repeat the process for each entry. ENTRY FORMS MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY! PROGRAMS ENTERED IMPROPERLY MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. RULING OF THE AWARDS COMMITTEE IS FINAL. A one page written synopsis is highly encouraged.

What format should I use?
Entries will be accepted on DVD-R OR EMMY EXPRESS Online Upload System.

ENTRY FORMAT:  (For Non On-Line Judging)
Entries will be accepted only as DVD video . The readability of the DVD is the responsibility of the entrant.DVDs that cannot be ‘read’ cannot be judged and entry fees will not be refunded. It is recommended that you view on a late model consumer DVD player before submitting the entry.

The following guidelines shall apply:

• DVD-R format (DVD minus-R).
• DVDs must be finalized and ‘compatibility tested’ on a different DVD player than the one used to burn the entry.
• Brand-name disks are recommended.
• Printed DVD labels (paper labels) are not suggested; instead, use a permanent marker to legibly PRINT identifying marks on the disk. Ink jet or laser printing that can be applied directly to the DVD face (printable media) is acceptable.
• Use a clear sleeve or case.
• One entry per DVD.

A one page written description may accompany each entry submission.

ENTRY FORMAT:  (For On-Line Judging)
Depending on the decision of a Chapter, award entries can also be accepted through Emmy® Express for on-line judging. Please follow the Chapter’s on-line rules for downloading entry submissions; along with detailed instructions on how to be certified to be a peer judge, and the individual requirements needed for judging assignments.

May I submit the same work in two places?
You may NOT enter a single, stand-alone piece of work in more than one category. You may enter segments or packages from full-length programs already entered elsewhere, but only if you ARE NOT listed as a “producer” on the full-length program.

Your COMPOSITE ENTRY in a Craft category may include work already entered elsewhere, but only if you ARE listed as a "producer" on the non-craft entry.

Material included as part of a composite entry in the Station Excellence, category may be entered in other categories.

What do you mean by a composite entry?
A composite is defined as a sampling of two or more representative segments or elements that convey to a judging panel the scope, breadth, or range of an individual’s talents or of coverage of a special event. The elements within a composite, unless otherwise noted, are to be “as aired” with no internal edits or post production work, such as music or special effects. Demo reels or montages are not allowed. One to two seconds of black between cuts, with no audio or slates, must be added to separate segments within the composite. Unless otherwise noted, a straight lift from a long work may be included as an element of a composite, but there must be no editing of the lift.

What do you mean by Double Dipping?
DOUBLE-DIPPING: The same program or segment may be entered only once in the awards, regardless of the category. Any entry that airs as both a multi-part series and as a full-length program may be entered only once in the competition in either form, regardless of the amount of new material added. A multi-episode program or series may only be entered in one category, not separate categories depending on the content of each episode.

An individual can only be recognized once for performing the same job, utilizing the same program content. For example, a Producer cannot enter the same material as both a full program and then parts of the same entry in the segment category. Nor can they enter the same material in both news and program categories. Craft persons, like writers, photographers, editors, etc., are allowed to enter in programming categories if they directly contributed to the content of the program or segment, and have the permission of the primary producer. If a craft person does enter in a program category, they are prohibited from entering the same piece again in their respective craft category.

The only exception to this rule is when a craft person performs multiple jobs on an entry; for example if they served as photographer and writer on the program. Then, they would be eligible to enter both in photographer and in writing. Under this example they could be recognized twice, as photographer and writer, since those are deemed separate job functions.

What should I put on my DVD-R for the Overall Station Excellence category?
For this entry, the written synopsis you provide is just as important as what goes on the DVD-R. Clearly define your station or news department’s mission and outreach so that the judges understand what you do, with what you have. The video should compliment the synopsis. Time codes are extremely helpful as judges are only required to view 50% of the submitted material. These categories are not about creating a sleekly produced “marketing” video. In fact, post-production editing is not allowed. Entry must be sumitted on DVD only.

What’s the difference between Breaking News and Spot News?
Breaking News: This is the “I am here at the bank robbery and the bullets are flying over my head” story. Preparation limit is unnecessary since it must be simultaneous. May include taped elements.

Spot News: This is the “I am here at the bank where this morning the bullets were flying over my head, and in the 2 hours following the police chased the robber to the state line.” The goal is to extend what was done in the simultaneous report to allow the entry of the longer form report.

What falls under General Assignment?
This is the basic news reporting done day-in day-out by a News Department. This is for the coverage of planned events and done as planned assignments. No time limit entries should be carefully reviewed to insure that these were assigned reports and not pitched or created reports that would fall under Feature or Special Reports.

How do I shorten a full-length program to comply with entry time limits?
Full-length programs may be shortened by taking up to three (3) complete lifts from the program. In other words, a maximum of three edits is permitted to bring longer programs to the time limit. We encourage the use of the synopsis to help judges navigate the entry.

Who gets to keep the EMMA?
Each winning entry shall receive one EMMA Crystal Tower, with the opportunity for those properly listed on the entry form and for whom entry fees were properly paid to purchase additional towers engraved with their own name. Individual recipient(s) will retain possession of the EMMA Crystal Tower, even if an employer pays entry fees.

Can I purchase Duplicate Towers, Certificates, and Plaques?
Stations, studios and production companies may order a duplicate EMMA Crystal Tower for public display at their place of business (one each; up to a maximum of three per winning entry). Nomination Certificates will be awarded to all nominees following verification of nomination upon request.

Are there any other rules I should know about?
Yes. STANDARD CLAUSES FOR CALLS FOR ENTRIES FOR REGIONAL EMMY® AWARDS CONDUCTED BY THE CHAPTERS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS AND SCIENCES (NATAS)

What’s the deadline?
All entries and checks must be received by Thursday, February 3, 2012 at 3 pm. No late entries will be accepted.

Where do I send my entry?
Entries and payment should be delivered or mailed to:

LONE STAR EMMY AWARDS
P.O. Box 192393
Dallas, TX 75219

Are there any other rules I should know about?

National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Standard Clauses

PURPOSE: To recognize outstanding achievements in television and allied media 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 and media industry and to focus public attention on outstanding cultural, educational, technological, entertainment, news, informational programming and craft achievements in television and on-line.

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

Broadcast entries must have been produced for the Chapter's designated awards area and must have had their first transmission 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 NATAS’ national awards (see exceptions).

Broadband entries must have been intended for consumption and be ‘of primary interest’ to a regional audience. It is advised that broadband content intended for a wider audience (a national audience) be submitted for consideration in the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences' national competitions.

Cablecast entries are deemed available for an entire market if the cable channel on which they appear is generally available to that market, regardless of the actual number of subscribers the cable channel may have in the market.

Entries which are broadcast only on a Super Station and which are specifically designed exclusively for their local market may be accepted for regional judging, even if the retransmitting of the station’s signal by cable systems make it available to more than 50% of the American television households. This may include regional newscasts or programs dealing with issues specifically related to the local community.

Entries dealing with national news or entries dealing with subjects of general interest beyond the local market are not eligible for regional judging. The Chapter’s Awards Committee may resolve questions of eligibility for such entries. Petitions, in writing, can also be forwarded to the National Awards Committee for final review and judgment. Works accepted for regional judging under this exception may not be submitted for National consideration.

Program length commercials (infomercials) and closed circuit programs are not eligible.

Pornographic, violent, defamatory or offensive material is not accepted. The interpretation of the Awards Committee is final and absolute. Entries must be submitted as originally shown. There may not be any post-broadcast changes except as noted in the category descriptions.

No entry may be submitted to more than one Chapter's awards. Different episodes from the same series can only be entered in one Chapter's awards.

Ineligible entries may be disqualified during any phase of the competition.

STUDENT PRODUCTIONS: Students are not considered peer professionals and as such, their regional student productions are not eligible for Emmy® award recognition. If material is produced as part of a class, for which school credit is received, they are considered a student. If they are paid or working on a project with other "professionals," and want to enter the Chapter’s award competition, they cannot enter as a student, but instead must pay the appropriate entries fees as an active NATAS member (or non member). The student is then prohibited from entering subsequent student production categories with other classmates. Student award recipients may not use the Emmy name or replica of the Emmy figure in any form of commercial advertising or promotion.

EXCEPTIONS TO THE 50% RULE:

1. Local station news coverage that may receive national exposure should be submitted to regional Emmy® Award competitions.

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 Emmy(r) Award competitions.

3. A local program that later receives national distribution may compete in both regional and national awards competitions, 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, Community & Public Service) may compete in both regional and national awards competitions under prevailing rules.

5. Broadband entries that can be seen worldwide via the internetare eligible for regional competition if the content was primarily intended for consumption in the Chapter’s designated awards area.

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 or sponsored material, including its location in the program. Pre-purposed or re-purposed material is not eligible.

COMPOSITES: A composite is defined as a sampling of two or more representative segments or elements that convey to a judging panel the scope, breadth, or range of an individual’s talents or of coverage of a special event. The elements within a composite, unless otherwise noted, are to be “as aired” with no internal edits or post production work, such as music or special effects. Demo reels or montages are not allowed. One to two seconds of black between cuts, with no audio or slates, must be added to separate segments within the composite. Unless otherwise noted, a straight lift from a long work may be included as an element of a composite, but there must be no editing of the lift.

DOUBLE-DIPPING: The same program or segment may be entered only once in the awards, regardless of the category. Any entry that airs as both a multi-part series and as a full-length program may be entered only once in the competition in either form, regardless of the amount of new material added. A multi-episode program or series may only be entered in one category, not separate categories depending on the content of each episode.

An individual can only be recognized once for performing the same job, utilizing the same program content. For example, a Producer cannot enter the same material as both a full program and then parts of the same entry in the segment category. Nor can they enter the same material in both news and program categories. Craft persons, like writers, photographers, editors, etc., are allowed to enter in programming categories if they directly contributed to the content of the program or segment, and have the permission of the primary producer. If a craft person does enter in a program category, they are prohibited from entering the same piece again in their respective craft category.

The only exception to this rule is when a craft person performs multiple jobs on an entry; for example if they served as photographer and writer on the program. Then, they would be eligible to enter both in photographer and in writing. Under this example they could be recognized twice, as photographer and writer, since those are deemed separate job functions.

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, NATAS requires that these entrants submit a DVD with English subtitles or with English on a second audio channel, a précis or English transcript.

MEMBERSHIP: Membership in The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is not required to enter the Emmy® Awards.

JUDGING PROCEDURE: Entries made to this Chapter will be judged by panels assembled by other NATAS Chapters. These panels shall be comprised of no fewer than 5 judges who shall be certified as peers. No more than 3 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 category. Any exceptions will be noted in the category description.

JUDGING REQUIREMENT: The success of the Emmy® Awards process depends on the willingness of qualified professionals to serve as judges. Peers in other NATAS Chapters 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.

INTENTIONAL FALSIFICATION: The entrant warrants that he/she/they are the party(ies) most responsible for the award-worthiness of the entry. The intentional falsification of production credits or entry credits may be the basis for disqualification.

ENTRY ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences 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. NATAS shall accept all submissions that are not in conflict with any of its rules and regulations.

ENTRY FORMAT (for non On-line judging):

Entries will be accepted only as DVD video . The readability of the DVD is the responsibility of the entrant. DVDs that cannot be ‘read’ cannot be judged and entry fees will not be refunded. It is recommended that you view on a late model consumer DVD player before submitting the entry.

The following guidelines shall apply:

• DVD-R format (DVD minus-R).
• DVDs must be finalized and ‘compatibility tested’ on a different DVD player than the one used to burn the entry.
• Brand-name disks are recommended.
• Printed DVD labels (paper labels) are not suggested; instead, use a permanent marker to legibly PRINT identifying marks on the disk. Ink jet or laser printing that can be applied directly to the DVD face (printable media) is acceptable.
• Use a clear sleeve or case.
• One entry per DVD.

A one page written description may accompany each entry submission.

ENTRY FORMAT (for On-line judging):

Depending on the decision of a Chapter, award entries can also be accepted through Emmy® Express for on-line judging. Please follow the Chapter's on-line rules for uploading an entry; along with detailed instructions on how to be certified to be a peer judge, and the individual requirements needed for judging assignments.

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 Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, even if an employer pays entry fees. Stations, studios and production companies may order a commemorative statuette for public display at their place of business (up to a maximum of three per winning entry). The statuette is engraved the same as an actual Emmy® Award, with the word "commemorative" added on the rear of the statue.

WHO RECEIVES THE AWARD? Producers, craftpersons and other statue-eligible entrants as listed on the entry form receive the Emmy® statuette, except where noted. Others who work on a nominated or winning entry may order production certificates or plaques.

CRAFTS ACHIEVEMENT: In the Crafts Achievement Awards, those who actually perform a specific discipline receive the Emmy® statuette. Supervising or directing the work of others does not qualify for Crafts Achievement Awards, except for achievements in directing categories.

PROMOTION: All publicity, advertising or any written reference undertaken by nominees and award recipients to the Emmy® Awards, must clearly state that the awarded achievement is for a Heartland Regional Emmy® Award. The Recipient of a nomination or an Emmy® Award may refer in advertising and publicity to the fact that they have been honored for one year after the recognition was bestowed. They may use a replica of the Emmy® statuette in such advertising. The statuette itself may not be reproduced or used in any other commercial manner without written permission from NATAS. A ® registration mark and the appropriate copyright notice: © NATAS/ATAS must accompany any portrayal of the Emmy® statuette or moniker.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Entry Period: January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011

Entry Deadline: 3pm Saturday, February 4, 2012

Awards Announcement: May 2012

2012 EMMA Categories

2012 EMMA Media Rules

2012 NATAS Rules and Standard Clauses

EMMA Online Entry Form