ClickZ Connected Marketing Awards FAQ

What are the ClickZ Connected Marketing Awards 2012?

The ClickZ Connected Marketing Awards recognize the brands and organizations that have taken innovative approaches to connect with their audiences - and deliver positive business outcomes. For a complete rundown of categories go to: ClickZ Awards

What's different about the awards this year?

We've added two categories to this year's awards: "Best Use of Online Video Advertising" and "Best SMB Marketing Program on a Shoestring". Like last year, the awards are designed to bring attention to world-class digital marketing campaigns that drive business results.

When can I submit my entry?

Mid-May through Monday 4pm ET, June 25. See ClickZ Awards.

How much does it cost?

$299 per entry per category.

What payment types do you accept?

PayPal only.

How will entries be judged?

Members of the editorial teams and contributors at ClickZ, ClickZ.Asia, Search Engine Watch, and the SES conference series will judge entries based on three criteria: creativity (20%), interactivity (20%), and business outcomes (60%). Download detailed criteria.

Can I submit images, video files, or other materials to accompany the entry?

Yes. Links to campaign creative are encouraged. However, we will not accept video or image files. Please ensure that images, videos, and other supplemental materials can be viewed online from the date of entry through Aug. 6. If you want to keep those files confidential, please post them on a password-protected site and send us the log-in information.

What is the timeframe for campaigns?

Campaigns must have taken place in 2011 or launched before March 31, 2012.

Are you looking for end-user organizations or vendor organizations for the awards program?

The awards are designed to recognize brands. A vendor or PR agency can submit on behalf of a brand, but the entry should discuss the brand's marketing and advertising campaign and business results.

Will information in the awards submission be made public?

Details of the submission, such as business outcomes, will not be made public unless we obtain explicit permission from you or your client.

Are you accepting submissions from international organizations?

This competition is limited to marketing campaigns for English-speaking audiences only.

How will I know if I won?

Winners will be announced during the week of August 13, 2012 in conjunction with SES San Francisco. We will make every effort to contact winners by phone and email.