This category accepts audio submissions produced in First Year. Podcasts, radio shows, sound experiences, and sound design. Nominees for this category will be judged on the quality of their content and overall production value. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 104 only
This category accepts video submissions produced in the first year of Sport Media in either single-camera or multi-camera formats. Projects can be features, sports casts, game shows, scripted scenes, etc. Nominees for this category will be judged on the quality of their narrative and overall production value. There will be two awards: one for Sport Media projects and one for Media Production projects. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 106
This category accepts video submissions produced in the first year of Media Production in either single-camera or multi-camera formats. Projects can be features, sports casts, game shows, scripted scenes, etc. Nominees for this category will be judged on the quality of their narrative and overall production value. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 213 or 243
This category accepts submissions from first-year Bachelor of Professional Music students. The work must have been completed in the current academic year. The submission should include a WAV or MP4 file of the song. This must be an original orchestration-composition and may or may not include lyrics. Eligible submissions must be created within the BPM curriculum between Sept 1, 2025 – March 13, 2026 Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 213 or 243
This category accepts graphics, posters, album covers, or motion graphics. Eligible submissions must have been created within the curriculum for RTA 103. Nominees for this category will be judged on their visual cohesion and overall design. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between September 1st, 2025 – December 31st, 2026 Eligible course code: RTA 103
This category accepts entries from any individual in the role of on-camera HOST for a sports program from curriculum or “GameDayLive” Bold productions. These could include sports magazine shows, game shows, game coverage including eSports, and documentaries. Nominees will be judged on their performance, knowledge of the shows’ content, and ability to engage with an audience. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum or Bold Live between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 106, 234, 330, 431, 802, or 951
This category accepts entries from any individual in the role of HOST for a sports program. Nominations should come from audio projects. Nominees will be judged on their performance, knowledge of the shows’ content, and ability to engage with an audience. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum or on SpiritLive between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 104, 311, 431, 837, 854, 864, 951, 974, or 701
This category accepts entries from any individual in the role of HOST for a factual, entertainment, or lifestyle program. These could include magazine shows, game shows, and documentaries. Nominations may come from video productions. Nominees will be judged on their performance and knowledge of the show’s content and their ability to engage with an audience. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum or Bold Live between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 106, 234, 330, 431, 802, or 951
This category accepts entries from any individual in the role of HOST for a sports program. Nominations should come from audio projects. Nominees will be judged on their performance, knowledge of the shows’ content, and ability to engage with an audience. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum and SpiritLive between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 311, 837, 854, 864, 951, 974, or 701
This category accepts entries from any INDIVIDUAL in a scripted visual project (drama, comedy, horror, satire, etc.) or audio project (drama, comedy, play, or narrative) that was created in any RTA multi-camera, single-camera or audio production for a class assignment. The PERFORMER will be judged on acting ability as per the script and genre of the project. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: RTA 213, 234, 236, 311, 313, 314, 330, 331, 431, 802, 854, 864, 931, 974, or 701
BEST MET-TV SHOW (Student Choice Award)
ALL SHOWS ON MET-TV WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY ENTERED.
This category accepts entries from any group or individual who created a show on any subject matter for MetTV. The content can be executed LIVE or post-produced with a focus on any topic. Nominees will be judged on the show’s pacing, storytelling, and overall production value. The PRODUCER MUST BE registered in Media Production or Sport Media.
Note: This award will be selected by student vote.
Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026.
This category accepts a radio show or podcast that was created as part of the SpiritLive programming. Nominees may be a group or an individual and will be judged on the quality of their programming as well as overall production value. Shows must submit for nomination. 5 shows will be selected as the nominees (as chosen by an appointed judge). Note: The winner will be selected from the 5 submissions by student vote. Eligible submissions must have been created for SpiritLive between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026.
This category accepts submissions from students in 2nd or 3rd year and can be of any genre. Eligible students must submit work completed between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026 Eligible course codes: RTA 311, 858, 864, 907, 971, 972, and 974 Note: This award will be selected by student vote. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026.
This category accepts submissions from in-studio multi-camera productions. Eligible students must submit work completed between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026 Eligible course codes: RTA 313 or 234 only
This category accepts short films (under 10 mins) that are scripted or animated. Nominees will be judged on character development, overall story concept and arc, and production quality as to lighting, sound, and visuals. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: RTA 314 only
This category accepts fact-based SPORTS documentaries ranging from 6:00 min to 60 mins. Nominees will be judged on story research, quality of interviews, flow of content, and overall production value. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: RTA 994, 957, 431 + 701 (Practicums)
This category accepts fact-based documentaries ranging from 6:00 min to 60 mins. Nominees will be judged on story research, quality of interviews, flow of content, and overall production value. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: RTA 994, 957, 431 + 701 Practicums
This category accepts video game designs and projects created by students in RTA. Nominees will be judged on the concept of their video game design, the gameplay, and the narrative. Projects that can be submitted include game design paperwork packages, game development scripts, video playback versions of video game projects (MP4 or MOV files only), or links to video game demos. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible Courses: RTA 701, RTA 923, RTA 865, RTA 875, RTA/NMA 997, and NMA 928
This category accepts any project that demonstrates an immersive or interactive experience. Projects that can be submitted must be visual and include OpenCV/Kinect, Escape Rooms, VR experiences using Unreal, or any other physical/digital media. Submissions should include a written synopsis of the experience, social media files, video or audio examples. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: Project-based
This category accepts submissions from second or third-year BPM Students. The work must have been completed in the current academic year. This submission should include a single Word document outlining the details of the event, and also include a link to an MP4, WAV, or YouTube link if the event was recorded. Additionally, photos and other documentation may be included. Things to include in your One Pager on the event: Venue, Lineup, Ticket Sales, Stage Design, Theme, and any other notable activities or moments that made the event a success and worthy of submission. Eligible students must submit work completed between Sept 1, 2025 – March 13, 2026
This category accepts visual submissions demonstrating the use of visual effects to enhance a production or animations. Nominees will be judged on colour, style, use, and overall impact of the elements to the project. Submissions must name the INDIVIDUAL who created and produced the graphics. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: Any project from any year in RTA
This category accepts submissions from any RTA project and looks at set design, costumes, locations, visual effects, and overall design/look of the project. While the project title may be included, only ONE or TWO people can be named as Creative Directors and receive the award. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026.
This category accepts films that are 10:00 mins or longer. Nominees will be judged on pacing, flow, and overall editing choices that impact the sound and visuals of the project narrative. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026 Eligible courses: Narrative Practicums only in Sport Media (431) and Media Production (701)
This category accepts documentaries that are 10:00 mins or longer. Nominees will be judged on pacing, flow, and overall editing choices that impact the sound and visuals of the project narrative. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026 Eligible courses: Documentaries only in Sport Media (994 + 431) and Media Production (957 + 701)
This category accepts completed scripts for COMEDY. The work should be submitted as a WRITTEN document/screenplay/script and must be recognizable as comedy (including satire, mockumentary, sardonic, etc.). Include an excerpt (1 to 2 pages of the best part of the story). The material may be produced in audio or video. Submissions may be made as an individual or group. Nominees will be judged on story concept and arc, character development, research, if applicable, and overall presentation of the work. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: Any RTA course where an assignment meets the criteria.
This category accepts completed films, stories, screenplays, plays, television pilots, radio dramas, etc., of any length. The material must be FICTION and be recognizable as a drama. Nominees must submit a written script, plus an EXCERPT that showcases the best part of the story (1 to 2 pages). This work should NOT have been produced in video or audio. Nominees will be judged on story concept and story arc, character development, and overall presentation of the work.
This category accepts completed films, stories, screenplays, plays, television pilots, radio dramas, etc., of any length. The material must be FICTION and be recognizable as a drama. Nominees must submit a written script, plus an EXCERPT that showcases the best part of the story (1 to 2 pages). In addition, a link to the video or audio final project (MP4 or WAV). This work should have been produced in video or audio. Nominees will be judged on story concept and story arc, character development, and overall presentation of the work. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: Any RTA course where an assignment meets the criteria.
This category accepts audio submissions from groups or individuals that demonstrate post-production skills, including mixing, sound effects, editing, and overall production value on a project. Nominees can submit visual and audio projects for consideration. Submissions must name the INDIVIDUAL who executed the work. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: 3rd and 4th year courses, including Practicums.
This category accepts a piece of ORIGINAL music that was composed and scored for any project in the Media Production, Sport Media, or Business of Professional Music curriculum or for MET-TV or SPIRITLIVE programming. Nominees may be groups or individuals and will be judged on the quality of their music and overall production value. Please include a PDF of the sheet music and lyrics (if applicable) and a .WAV file of the music. Composers must be registered students in Media Production, Sport Media, or Business of Professional Music. Eligible submissions must have been created between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026.
This category accepts submissions of ANY project from RTA curriculum or extracurricular avenues that demonstrate the goal of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the RTA community. Projects should illustrate avenues for storytelling from marginalized communities, provide representation of an underserved area, and/or educate and bring awareness to an issue or any other event or public work, using a visual or audio platform, social media or digital platform or content. The project lead must be named with the project title. Eligible submissions must have been created between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026.
This category accepts entries from any group that produced a LIVE factual, entertainment, or lifestyle program or show. These could include magazine shows, game shows, and documentaries. The show can be in the studio or remote. Nominees will be judged on the packaging, storytelling, and overall production value. The SHOW NAME should be submitted along with the names of the Producer and Director only for the show. Radio shows/podcasts, Bold Productions, and Met-TV may not enter this category. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 802 or 701 Practicums only Composers must be registered students in Media Production, Sport Media, or Business of Professional Music. Eligible submissions must have been created between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026.
This category accepts any visual work, fiction or non-fiction, that uses real or staged scenes in a Practicum production. Nominees will be judged on lighting, framing, depth of field, and other aesthetics of the work. Submissions will be accepted only from the cinematographer/DOP who must be a registered undergraduate RTA student. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: RTA Practicum projects only.
This category accepts submissions from 4th-year BPM students. Submissions should be MP4 or WAV files of the song. This must be an original orchestration-composition and may or may not include lyrics. Eligible students must submit work completed between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026
This category accepts entries from any group that produced a LIVE SPORTS program. These could include magazine shows, game shows, and game coverage, including eSports. The show can be produced in the studio or from a remote location. Nominees will be judged on the pacing, storytelling, and overall production value. The show name should be submitted along with the names of the Producer and Director for the show. Radio shows/podcasts, Bold Productions, and Met-TV may not enter this category. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible course codes: RTA 330 or 431 Practicums only
This category accepts completed films of any length that are scripted or animated. Nominees will be judged on character development, overall story concept and arc, as well as production quality, including, lighting, sound, and visuals. Eligible submissions must have been created within the RTA curriculum between March 28, 2025 – March 13, 2026. Eligible courses: Practicums only
