Rules and Restrictions 

Entry Fees

Open Submission Period - November 1, 2024 through 11:59 p.m. CT, January 31, 2025

  • Radio: $125 
  • Television/Streaming and Social Media Entries: $150 
  • Film Entries: $200 

Extension Period - February 1 and 11:59 a.m. CT, February 7, 2025

  • Radio: $150 
  • Television/Streaming and Social Medial entries: $175 
  • Film Entries: $225
  • Payment due February 9, 2025
Accepted Formats

All entries are for work published in the 2024 calendar year. Files should be uploaded by these formats:

  • Video Formats: MP4

  • Audio Format: MP3

  • Document Format: PDF

  • Headshot: JPEG

Judging

A panel of elite media Judges will review all submissions documents and individually choose the most qualified by a scoring system. Finalists will be announced Friday, April 18. Winners will be announced at the 2025 Gabriel Awards Reception on June 26, 2025.

Judging Criteria 

These entries highlight values such as dignity, community, tolerance, justice, or compassion, while exhibiting a dedication to authenticity and excellence.

  • Content: To what extent does the program meet any stated objectives? Does the approach to content maintain viewer interest? Is the program well designed?
  • Technical and Creative Excellence: Does the technical quality of the program meet or exceed industry standards? Has the program been directed and edited well? Is it enhanced by the use of music, graphics and other effects that capture the viewer or listener’s attention?
  • Impact: Does the program have an emotional and intellectual impact on viewers?