If this is your first time entering, or you are a seasoned pro, we thought we'd put together a few Frequently Asked Questions that we'll add to regularly.
How can I enter?
The ARIAS open for entries on 3 January. Entries must be submitted using our Awards Force website, where you will need to create an account, which is separate to your account on the Radio Academy website.
Pricing
- The price is £45+VAT per entry.
- We offer an Early Bird discount until 9 January 2024.
- Our partners at Podcasting, Seriously are on hand for advice and support for independent BIPOC, Queer and Trans audio producers in submitting their entry, so do check them out.
- Suggestions for Radio Times Moment of the Year are free.
Who can enter?
You must be a member of The Radio Academy to enter the ARIAS, and we will contact you if we can't find a record of your membership on our system.
What period do the awards cover?
The qualifying period from which entered material (audio, video & online content) may be drawn is: 1st January 2023 to 31st December 2023. All entries must have been first broadcast or first-published within these dates.
What are the key dates?
ARIAS Nominations open: Wednesday 3rd January 2024
Early Bird pricing deadline: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Standard pricing begins: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Nominations close: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Nominations announced: Tuesday 26th March 2024
The ARIAS ceremony: Tuesday 7th May 2024
Any questions?
If you have any questions about The ARIAS, please email lucy@radioacademy.org