There is no running time limit for entries. However, it is acceptable to submit a cut-down of a lengthy piece. The cut-down should be only of "as aired" material (not an agency or director's cut). Please indicate the total running time of the full-length version via an on-screen graphic at the start of the piece or in the Notes section of the online entry form, so that judges understand they're viewing a cut-down.

AMP reserves the right to request a cut down of a winning or finalist piece for screening and/or judging purposes. The full piece, should it be a category winner, will appear in its entirety on the AMP Awards website. In the case of lengthy work that consists of a case study or cut down, the AMP Awards show producers and Curatorial Committee will determine what will be screened for exhibition purposes during the awards presentation.

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Best Original Song An original composition with lyrics written specifically for a commercial that enhances the impact of the piece in a unique and compelling way. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Best Original Score Musical score composed specifically for a single commercial that enhances the impact of the images and intended message in a unique and compelling way. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Outstanding Adaptation/Arrangement Uniquely surprising and effective musical arrangement of an existing composition, song or instrumental theme created specifically for use in a commercial or promo in any medium. Submissions must include an uploaded MP3 of an original master for comparison. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Best Use of Licensed Pre-existing Recording Uniquely effective and compelling use of an existing recorded work in a commercial, promo or brand content in any medium. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Best Sound Design Outstanding use of manipulated and/or created sound in a musical or non-musical context to sonically elevate the impact and power of the visual images and storytelling for a commercial, promo or brand content. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Most Effective Use of Music in a Campaign A uniquely effective and consistent use of music - whether original, adapted or licensed - in a complete advertising/branding campaign across all applicable media. At least two campaign executions must be submitted for each entry. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Best Use of Music in a Promo, Trailer or Title Sequence for Film, TV, or Game Music either created or adapted/arranged specifically for use in a promo, trailer or opening title sequence for feature films, TV series and specials or video games, which uniquely and compellingly enhances the moving images and visual storytelling. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Most Innovative Process & Execution Outstanding or notable examples of complex executions by the entering company, either during the recording or sourcing of music and sound and/or the audio post phase, for work in which music and sound plays an important role in making the project meaningful, unique, and memorable. Entrants may submit a case study video or work "as aired," with a written or voiceover description of behind-the-scenes challenges and solutions. (Any such supporting materials cannot include any mention of the entering company's name.) To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Best Artist+Brand Collaboration Bespoke collaborations, participations or coordinated marketing efforts between a brand and a recording artist or song that goes beyond simple sync licensing agreements. Entries may include ads, campaigns or brand videos in which the artist whose music is utilized plays a supporting or featured role. Entrants may submit a case study video or "as aired" video of final work, with a written description of behind-the-scenes challenges and solutions or ways in which the artists' involvement improved the final product. (Any such supporting material cannot include any mention of the entering company's name.) To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Outstanding Mix The creative engineering / mixing of sonic elements (music, SFX, voice) resulting in a uniquely impactful and effective soundtrack for branded content that enhances the moving images and message. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Best Use of Music and Sound in New Media or Experiential/Events Music, sound design and/or mix for emerging media, including branded mobile and web apps (i.e., Instagram, TikTok, etc.) or digitally-distributed linear or non-linear video or game engine work. Also included in this category is music, sound design and/or mix for physical installations, VR/AR/MR/XR experiences, or combinations of the two. Entrants may submit a case study video, "as aired" video of final work or walkthrough video, with written or V/O description of behind-the-scenes challenges and solutions. Projects requiring additional display or viewing equipment such as headsets are not admissible, but can be submitted as a flattened 360° video and/or case study video. (Any such supporting material cannot include any mention of the entering company's name.) To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Outstanding Sonic Identity A short, memorable sequence of notes, a musical figure, vocal tag or sound design (aka 'audio mnemonic') incorporated for the benefit of establishing a sonic identity for a brand across any/all media platforms. To view the 2024 AMP Awards winner in this category, go here. Ryan Barkan Best in Show Award Ryan Barkan Best in Show Award