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CELEBRATING CREATIVE TALENT

For the past 55 years, the Jersey Awards has celebrated creative excellence across communication platforms throughout New Jersey. We seek to recognize the most creative, most innovative, and most compelling work produced every year. North, South, East and West, spreading across the state of New Jersey, all Agencies, Production Companies and Media Properties are eligible to enter.

For more information, click on the tab for FAQ’s.


Highlights from our 54th annual Jersey Awards - Produced by: Grey Sky Films

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MORE CATEGORIES & MORE WAYS TO WIN

PHARMA: We're seeking the best life sciences and pharmaceutical industry advertising from 2022. This category, which was launched last year to much fanfare, aims to highlight the creativity of the pharma industry from small to large companies and brands.

CREATIVE EFFECTIVENESS: The advertising community is increasingly recognizing the importance of creative effectiveness as brands are demanding to know whether campaigns are producing results. Through the effective use of media, creativity and analytics, agencies and brands are using a more comprehensive approach to determine success on a broad range of metrics. Based on this increased focus, we are introducing this new category for the Jersey Awards.

To submit an entry, choose from a list of potential metrics, found on the entry form for Creative Effectiveness, and show proof that your entry was effective.

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HONORING THE BEST OF JERSEY

The Annual Jersey Awards presents First and Second Place trophies and an Award of Excellence Certificate in the sub-categories. In addition, Best of Category Trophies and a one-of-a-kind Best in Show Award will be presented. The Outfront Edge award sponsored by Outfront Media, will be awarded to the company whose overall work has been deemed the most creative and innovative.

Jersey Awards has 10 Major Categories (see Categories Tab) covering Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Media, Television, Video, Radio, Music, Out-of-Home, Newspaper, Magazine, Collateral / All Printed Materials.

Entries will be judged by out-of-state advertising professionals. Winners will be notified by mid-July as to which entry has won an award. Awards will be announced at the 55th Annual Jersey Awards Exhibition and Ceremony on September 20th 2023.

OnlineEntryPlatform

ONLINE ENTRY PLATFORM

Vital to the continuation and relevancy of both the Jersey Awards and the NJ Ad Club, you will now be able to upload your entries, fill out your entry forms and pay the entry fee ALL ONLINE. No more freight charges. No more preparing printed and hard copy submissions, no more mounting of entries on board, no need for a DVD burner or flash drives when submitting entries! And, it’s simple to use.


Any questions or assistance needed with your entries, please call Pat Hanley at 201-998-5133 or email: JerseyAwards@njadclub.org

Committee

JERSEY AWARDS SHOW COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Beverly Barnes
SGW Integrated Marketing

Herb Barry
Interstate Outdoor

Gary Denburg
GarDen Printing Consultant

Grace DePaola
Advertising & Marketing Consultant

Nancy Fischer
NCF Design

Robin Kantor
Newark Trade Digital Graphics

Eric Ortiz
O2 Advertising

Allegra Sandelli
Allegra Sandelli Consulting

Sandra Schler
Non-Profit Professional

Chris Vaglio
Rock It Growth Agency

Jersey Awards Chair
Gary Denburg

Concept & Design
O2 Advertising

Printing
Newark Trade Digital Graphics

NJ Ad Club President
Chris Vaglio

PROCESS

1. Register

Click on the "Register" link and complete and submit the registration form.

2. Login

Login to the awards platform with your email and password.

3. Create

Create your online entry. You will be required to upload submission materials or links to your materials during the creation process. Please look through the categories and sponsorship opportunities prior to getting started on your entries.

4. Save

During the entry period, your entry can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the entry form tab when the application is saved.

5. Submit

On completion, save your entry as FINAL. Once it is submitted as FINAL, you will be unable to make further updates to your entry, so please ensure you read through your submission and check that all uploaded materials are correct.

6. Payment

After completing your entry, easily pay through our PayPal integration. If you are submitting more than one entry, you can pay for them all at the same time with a single payment action.

Any questions or assistance needed with your entries, please call Pat Hanley at 201-998-5133 or email: jerseyawards@njadclub.org

Awards Entry Categories

Deadline for Entries is April 16th, 2023

ALL MULTIMEDIA CAMPAIGN ENTRIES TO BE SUBMITTED UNDER CATEGORY #96

Creative Effectiveness

CREATIVE EFFECTIVENESS

  1. Creative Effectiveness
Pharma

PHARMA

  1. Journal Print Ad, Any Size
  2. Pharma Print Ad, Consumer or HCP
  3. Pharma Packaging
  4. Visual Aid, Any Size
  5. Website, Consumer
  6. Website, HCP
  7. Trade Show, Exhibit Booth/Installation
PublicRelations

PUBLIC RELATIONS

  1. Feature Media Placement
  2. Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  3. Special Event/Client Celebration
  4. Media Relations, Consumer or Trade
  5. Consumer Product or Service Launch
  6. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
SocialMedia

SOCIAL MEDIA

  1. Single Platform (FB, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, etc.)
  2. Single Platform Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  3. Multi-Platform Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  4. Social Media for Brand Building
  5. Use of User Generated Content
  6. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Digital Media

DIGITAL MEDIA

  1. Website Design: B2B
  2. Website Design: Consumer
  3. Website Design: eCommerce
  4. Website Design: Internal or Self- Promotion
  5. Microsite Design
  6. Content Marketing (Videos, Blogs, Social Media and White Papers)
  7. Email Campaign
  8. Holiday Card
  9. Landing Page
  10. Display (Banner) Ad
  11. Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  12. Digital Collateral (e.g., Presentation, Newsletter, Annual Report, Brochure, Publications, etc.)
  13. Innovation in Mobile
  14. Copywriting
  15. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Television

TELEVISION

Includes streaming and broadcast
  1. Single Spot: Any Length
  2. Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  3. Streaming Service or Online Commercial, Any Length
  4. Public Service Announcements (PSAs)
  5. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Video

VIDEO

  1. Non-Broadcast (Training, Educational, PSAs, Sales, Institutional, or Trade Show)
  2. Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  3. Animation/Motion Graphics
  4. YouTube Video
  5. Social Media Video
  6. Explainer Video
  7. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Radio

RADIO

Includes streaming and broadcast
  1. Single Spot: Any Length
  2. Podcast
  3. Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  4. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Music

MUSIC

  1. Jingle
  2. Original Music Composition, Any Length
Out of Home

OUT OF HOME

  1. Outdoor Billboard
  2. Outdoor Poster
  3. Transit-Bus: Internal & External
  4. Transit-Rail
  5. Transit Shelter
  6. Kiosk
  7. Banners
  8. Vehicle Wraps
  9. Inventive Use of Out-of-Home (Building Wrap, etc.)
  10. Environmental Design: Interior or Exterior
  11. Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  12. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Newspaper

NEWSPAPER

  1. Any Size, Any Number of Colors
  2. Special Advertising Insert/Supplement
  3. Campaign: 3 or More Elements, Any Size, Any Number of Colors
  4. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Magazine

MAGAZINE / CONSUMER OR TRADE

  1. Any Size, Any Number of Colors
  2. Special Advertising Insert/Supplement
  3. Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  4. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work
Collateral All Printed Material

COLLATERAL

ALL PRINTED MATERIAL / DIRECT MARKETING

  1. Sell Sheets, Any Number of Colors
  2. Rack Brochure, Any Number of Colors
  3. Corporate/Product Brochure, Any Number of Pages
  4. Catalog, Any Number of Pages
  5. Pocket Folder
  6. Annual Report
  7. Poster, Single Piece or Campaign
  8. Point-of-Sale
  9. Invitations/Announcements
  10. Holiday Card
  11. Holiday Promo/ Dimensional Piece
  12. Calendar
  13. Product Launch or Relaunch, Any Number of Elements
  14. Advertising for the Arts
  15. Magazine Design
  16. Miscellaneous
  17. Direct Marketing Self-Mailer, Single Piece, Any Number of Colors
  18. Direct Marketing Package Design, Any Number of Colors
  19. Direct Marketing Packaging Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  20. Direct Marketing Campaign: 3 or More Elements
  21. Copywriting
  22. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work

MULTIMEDIA

  1. Multimedia Campaign: 3 or More Elements, Any Media

IDENTITY

  1. Logo, Consumer
  2. Logo, B2B
  3. Brand Identity Package
  4. Newsletter(s), Print Version Only
  5. Self-Promotion, Agency or Client
  6. Advertising Specialties
  7. Not for Profit/Pro Bono Work

PHOTOGRAPHY & ILLUSTRATION

  1. Advertising Photography: Lifestyle/People
  2. Advertising Photography: Still Life/Miscellaneous
  3. Advertising Illustration
  4. Campaign: 3 or More Elements

TRADESHOWS

  1. Exhibit Booth, Any Square Footage
  2. Exhibit Booth Graphics
Student Entries

STUDENT ENTRIES

  1. Any Discipline, Single or Campaign

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

PRE-EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

Take advantage of maximum visibility with these sponsorships running February 13 through September 20, 2023

COMMUNICATIONS SPONSOR - $1000



Email Blast

  • Get recognition by having your logo, a one-line description of your business and a link to your site, in all Jersey Awards email blasts
  • Sent to over 2,700 recipients in weekly emails starting in mid-February and running through mid- September – Estimated over 75,000 impressions

Social Media

  • Your company logo included in all Jersey Awards social media posts (Facebook, Linked-In & Twitter – over 2800 followers) starting in mid-February and running through mid-September - estimated 30+ posts

Sponsorship also includes

  • Recognition in the Event Journal as Sponsor
  • One complimentary dinner ticket

ENTRY PLATFORM & WEBSITE BANNER AD SPONSORS

LEADERBOARD ROTATING BANNER AD - $1000

  • Create your own banner ad to be included on the Entry Platform starting in mid-February and running through mid-September
  • Your logo included on Jersey Awards landing page
  • Recognition in the Event Journal as Sponsor
  • One complimentary dinner ticket

ENTRY PLATFORM SIDEBAR AD - $500

  • Create your own Ad to be included on the Entry Platform starting in mid-February and running through mid-September
  • Your logo included on the Jersey Awards  landing page
  • Recognition in the Event Journal as a sponsor

FRIEND OF THE JERSEY AWARDS - $100

Show your support for the New Jersey Ad Club and the Jersey Awards. Friends will be listed in the Event Journal and on the Jersey Awards landing page




EVENT NIGHT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

PREMIUM TABLE SPONSOR - $2,200

  • Premium location seating for a table of 10 dinner tickets ($1,750 value)
  • Recognition as an Event Night Sponsor with table signage including company logo
  • Full page ad in the Event Journal ($400 value)
  • Recognition as the Premium Table Sponsor in the Event Journal
  • Logo recognition on all Jersey Awards communications (emails, landing page, social media)

CENTERPIECE SPONSOR $1,500
$1,500 Solo Sponsor or $750 each for two co-sponsors

  • Company logo on signage at each dinner table
  • One complimentary dinner ticket  ($185 value)
  • Full page ad in the Event Journal for solo sponsor ($400 value)
  • Half page ad in the Event Journal for co-sponsors ($250 value)
  • Recognition as a Centerpiece Sponsor in the Event Journal
  • Logo recognition on all Jersey Awards communications (emails, landing page, social media)

CATEGORY SPONSOR $1,200 PER CATEGORY
(One Sponsor per Category)

One sponsor per category: Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Media, TV/Radio, Radio/Music, Newspaper/Magazine, Out-of-home and Collateral

Option to have spokesperson introduce Category in person or with a :30 prerecorded video message at the Awards

  • Company Logo displayed on screen during the Category presentation
  • Two complimentary dinner tickets ($370 value)
  • Full page ad in the Event Journal preceding the selected Category section ($400 value)
  • Recognition as a Category sponsor in the Jersey Awards Event Journal and logo on the Entry Platform landing page
  • Logo recognition on all Jersey Awards communications (emails, landing page, social media)

COCKTAIL HOUR SPONSOR WITH SIGNATURE DRINK - $1,000

  • Signage including company logo at the entrance to the Cocktail Hour and on all cocktail tables
  • Signature drink named by the sponsor, including signage at all bars
  • One complimentary dinner ticket ($185 value)
  • Full page ad in the Event Journal ($400 value)
  • Recognition as the Cocktail Hour Sponsor in the Event Journal
  • Logo recognition on all Jersey Awards communications (emails, landing page, social media)

PHOTOGRAPHY SPONSOR – UP TO 3 SPONSORS - $750 EACH

For Corporations and Vendors Only – Agencies will not be eligible for this sponsorship

  • Company logo on the Step & Repeat banner used as the backdrop for all Jersey Awards photos
  • Full page ad in the Event Journal ($400 value)
  • Recognition as a Photography Sponsor in the Event Journal
  • Logo recognition on all Jersey Awards communications (emails, landing page, social media)

VALET PARKING SPONSOR $500 EACH

  • Signage at the Valet at entry and departure site including company logo
  • Half page ad in the Event Journal ($250 value)
  • Recognition as the Valet Sponsor in the Event Journal
  • Logo recognition on all Jersey Awards communications (emails, landing page, social media)

TABLETOP EXHIBIT SPONSOR $500 EACH

Market your company at the Jersey Awards with a tabletop display in the entrance lobby. Great for vendors and freelancers. Take advantage of this targeted opportunity to promote your company services to over 200 marketers and agencies with face-to-face contact at the Jersey Awards.

  • Exhibit sponsors will be provided with a high-top table to market your company
  • Half page ad in the Event Journal ($250 value)
  • Recognition in the Event Journal as an Exhibit Sponsor

 

For more information on sponsorships:
Call the NJ Ad Club at 201.998.5133 or email us at info@njadclub.org





MEMBERSHIP

The NJ Ad Club is here for everyone who uses creativity, innovation, and strategic thinking to capture the imagination and inspire action. Our mission is to shine a light on all the great work being done across the communications spectrum throughout New Jersey.

Membership bring together individuals and companies working in the fields of advertising, marketing, and communications.

These include:
  • all types of agencies
  • the media
  • corporate marketing departments
  • public relations
  • printers
  • online service suppliers
  • event and promotional providers
  • educators and students

If you are part of an agency, or looking for an agency, or providing services to agencies or the professionals who use them, give your networking and career a boost by joining the NJAdClub!

There are three Membership categories from which to choose:
Individual, Corporate, and Student. These provide affordable membership categories for you and your company.



For more Membership options, visit NJ Ad Club Membership to see other packages you can take advantage of!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I begin?
Review the information on the seven tabs above (55th Jersey Awards, How to Enter, Categories, Pre-Event Sponsorship, Event Night Sponsorship, Membership, FAQs).
Then click REGISTER (top right) to setup your account and begin the submission process.

Do I have to be a NJ Ad Club member to enter?
No. You do not have to be a member of the NJ Ad Club to enter.

Do I get a discount on entries if I join the NJ Ad Club?
Yes. One of the benefits of membership is discounts on entries and all other activities produced by the NJ Ad Club.

How do I join the NJ Ad Club?
It's simple. Click on the MEMBERSHIP tab and choose the type of membership you desire - Individual Membership at $150 or Corporate Group Membership at $550 for up to four representatives. Then click on PAY NOW to complete payment. You will then be returned to the entry system. Go to the DASHBOARD to enter your work.

You can also become a member on the DASHBOARD - widget on the right once you register and log in.

As a student, can I enter my work into the NJ Ad Club Jersey Awards?
Yes, Full-time students are encouraged to enter the competition via sub-category 105. You should upload a sampling of your best work!

ENTERING


Do I mail in samples of my work to the NJ Ad Club Office?
No. All entries into the 55th NJ Ad Club Jersey Awards must be uploaded digitally. For certain sub-categories, you can provide the URL which must remain live through December 31, 2023.

What is the deadline for entries?
The NJ Ad Club Jersey Awards has different submission periods. To view the different pricing deadlines, please see the Pricing Schedule on the right side of this page.

What are the categories?
The NJ Ad Club Jersey Awards categories vary by Ten Disciplines. View the Categories tab to see the available list.

Do I need to complete all my entries in one session?
No. All work that you "SAVE AS DRAFT" will remain in your folder so you can sign back in and continue the submission process.

Can I edit or add new uploads to my entry after I have submitted my materials as Final and completed checkout?No. Once a submission is finalized, it can no longer be changed. If there are any questions regarding a finalized entry, please contact jerseyawards@njadclub.org.

Can I delete my entries after I have completed checkout?
No, you will not be able to delete your entries once you have completed checkout.
If there are any questions regarding a finalized entry, please contact jerseyawards@njadclub.org.
NOTE: All entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

How can I add new work after I completed checkout?
To add new work to your existing submission, log back into your account then go to the DASHBOARD to CREATE a new entry.

What do I do if I cannot find my exact category?
The Category "Collateral/All Printed Materials has a sub-category #89 Miscellaneous. For all other categories, you should select the best option.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS


What media is accepted?
Each category will require specific media. Files will need to be uploaded into the Online Entry Platform. For submission materials hosted online, there will be an opportunity to provide URLs for access.

What information is needed to create an entry?
All NJ Ad Club Jersey Awards entries require the following information on the project, regardless of category. Individual categories may have additional requirements.
General Project Information:

  • Entry Title: Give your entry a name. The judges will see this, and it will be used to reference your entry (required)
  • Agency/Entrant: Who was the Agency/Entrant involved in the project? (required)
  • Advertiser: Who was the advertiser involved in the project (required)
  • Media Links / URLs: For submission materials hosted online, there will be an opportunity to provide URLs for access. (optional)
  • Uploaded Submission Materials: Each category will require specific media. Files will need to be uploaded into the Online Entry Platform.


NOTE: Some categories require additional written information and context.

ENTRY FEES

How much does it cost to enter?
There are two types of fees for each entry that you submit - Single Element Entries or Campaign Entries (3 elements or more). Student Entries (Sub-Category 110) are free-of-charge.
NOTE: All fees listed are in U.S. Dollars (USD).

Is there a registration fee?
There is no registration fee to enter.

How do I pay for my entries?
All entries can be paid for via PayPal or a Major Debit/Credit Card once you have submitted them as Final within the system.
NJ Ad Club members can request an invoice to be created. It will be emailed to you within 48 hours. Payment is due by April 23rd, 2023.

ELIGIBILITY

Is my entry eligible to be entered?
Your work must have been published, displayed, or aired between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022 AND meet one of the following criteria:

  • Be produced for a company or client headquartered in New Jersey.
  • Be produced by a New Jersey based agency, production company or media property.
  • Be produced by an NJ Ad Club member residing in New Jersey.
  • Be produced by a Full-Time Student attending an accredited institution in New Jersey as part of a class assignment (limited to Sub-Category 110 - All Student Work).

PAYMENT

All entries can be paid for via PayPal or a Major Debit/Credit Card, once you have submitted them as Final within the system. Only NJ Ad Club members can request an invoice to be created.

Do you accept payment in foreign currency?
No. All payments must be made in U.S. Dollars (USD).

Can I receive a refund for my entry fees?
No. All entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. By submitting entries into the competition, entrants are committing to pay for all entry fees in full.

NOTE: For any payment questions, please contact jerseyawards@njadclub.org.

SPONSORSHIPS

What are NJ Ad Club Jersey Awards sponsorships?
A fantastic opportunity to be the star at the 54th Annual Jersey Awards Exhibition + Ceremony. This event will be held in-person if permitted by NJ law or produced virtually on September 14th, 2022. Click on the SPONSORSHIP tab for details.

How do I become a Jersey Awards Sponsor?
On the Home Page or DASHBOARD, select your sponsorship then click Pay Now to proceed to pay. You will be returned to the entry system after you pay.

If you are an NJ Ad Club member, you can choose to contact Pat Hanley at jerseyawards@njadclub.org to reserve a sponsorship and request an invoice.

How do I choose more than one sponsorship?
You would need to process each one separately. If you are on the Home Page or DASHBOARD, select your sponsorship then click Pay Now to proceed to pay. You will be returned to the entry system after each time you pay.

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Pricing

Extended Pricing
(April 3- April 16)

Member:
$120 for Single Entry categories
$155 for Campaign Entry categories

Non-Member:
$140 for Single Entry categories
$175 for Campaign Entry categories

Creative Effectiveness: $155

Student: Free

Final Week
(April 17 - April 23)

Member:
$140 for Single Entry categories
$175 for Campaign Entry categories

Non-Member:
$155 for Single Entry categories
$190 for Campaign Entry categories

Creative Effectiveness: $175

Student: Free

Contact Us

NJ Ad Club
199 Prospect Avenue PO Box 7250
North Arlington, NJ 07031
Phone: (201) 998-5133
Email: JerseyAwards@njadclub.org
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