Here is your chance to join our team in celebrating Stories That Matter. The Board evaluates programs and selects winners for the annual PEABODY FUTURES OF MEDIA AWARD, a distinction that recognizes innovation and excellence in digital programming. Members will serve as Peabody Student Ambassadors and will work at all Peabody-hosted events, including the annual awards ceremony and Futures of Media Luncheon in 2019.
APPLICATION PROCESS
ELIGIBILITY
- All University of Georgia undergraduate students are eligible to apply. All majors welcome.
- Students are REQUIRED to take the Entertainment & Media Studies course (EMST 5990, “New Digital Narratives,” 3 hours) specially designated for this board in the Spring 2019 semester. Class meeting time TBA. No exceptions.
- Students MUST be able to travel and be in New York for both events – mid-May dates TBA.
Step One:
Select one digital program (web, interactive, or mobile) that you think achieves two things:
- Excellence in Storytelling. Peabody’s tagline is Stories That Matter. Ask yourself: What kind of issues – public, creative, political, educational, etc. – does it concern? Who is it speaking to? Why is it important for us to reflect on these? To learn more about past Peabody winners: Peabodyawards.com/awards.
- Innovation in the digital space. Remember, innovation means doing something new and creative. Stand out with your choice! Avoid platforms/programs like Snapchat or an app that contains the same content as a brand’s website or print version. Is this a new story or is it being told in a new form of media that enhances how the story is experienced?
Please view 2017 Futures of Media Award winners for details.
Step Two:
Write a 2-page argument in support of your selection. Feel free to include visuals, graphics, and links. On this document, please include:(1) Your name, year in school, major/college (or intended direction), and (2) the program/platform title and a link to where it can be found.
Step Three:
Submit your entry by email at peabody@uga.edu with the subject line: Peabody Student Honor Board.
Selection Process:
We will evaluate all entries and invite up to 16 students to participate in the next round of the selection process. Finalists will be asked to make a 7-min. in-person presentation in support of their selected programs. Up to 8 students will be selected to join the board.
Contact us at peabody@uga.edu or (706) 542-3787 with any questions.
Deadline for submission is Friday, October 5, 2018, at 5:00pm ET.
Interview requests will be sent no later than October 15, 2018.