Tips for Designer Awards Entries

ElectronicLifestylesAwards®

All Levels of Work Welcome

88% of CEDIA ESC members’ projects are under $20,000 in revenue per project* Let’s recognize and celebrate all levels of work from $5,000

projects to $5 million projects We know the quality of work does not change no matter

the job

Show us your creativity and talent!

*(2012). 2012 CEDIA Benchmarking Survey©. 

Photography Tips

Show racks plugged in and functional

Turn on all interior lights

Turn off ceiling fans and televisions

Photography Tips (cont.)

De-clutter and de-personalize the room

Use a tripod for steadiness

Professional photos help tremendously and are most likely to be shared via social media and picked up by media outlets

Save Money on Professional Photography

Split photography with any or all of the following Homeowner Interior Designer Architect Builder

Hire a real estate photographer to save money: http://www.realestatephotographers.org/

Your Photos Can Be Used Other Places (not just the awards)

Marketing CollateralFlyersBrochuresPostcardsDoor HangersPortfolio

WebsiteBusiness Cards

Another Reason to Invest in Photography

Companies with certified CEDIA members can upload photos to the Finder Service to promote their work to the consumer.

Additional Reasons to Enter

All projects entered are featured in Idea BookElectronic Lifestyles® MagazineConsumer Website

―Inspiration Gallery: www.cedia.org/inspiration-gallery

Exposure for Winning Projects

Consumer websiteElectronic House MagazineResidential Systems MagazineElectronic Lifestyles® MagazinePress ReleaseWinner LogoWinning years show up in Finder Service

Entry Process Tips

Give yourself a few weeks to collect and input information so you are not rushing at the endOpen an entry to see what all is required of you, it can stay open from 2/1/13 all the way through the final 5/3/13 deadlineThe equipment list will take the longest, begin working on that firstTake note of required photos so you only have to go into the home once: www.cedia.net/awards/photo-guidelines.php

Questions?

Email awards@cedia.org or call 317.328.4336 We will be happy to help you!

What’s holding you back? Let’s show the world what CEDIA members can do!