Tips & FAQs

 

  • If you submitted entries to the MBA awards in 2026, you may use the same login information. Otherwise, you will need to create a new account by clicking the "Enter Now" or "My Account" links in the website navigation, or you can use Facebook, Google+, or LinkedIn via the homepage to login instead.
  • If you would like all of your entries for each station/group to be paid with one invoice, simply set up one account that everyone uses.
  • If you would like separate invoices for stations or departments, entry managers should set up separate accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

Why don’t I have the option to upload a file?

To eliminate entries not playing correctly and to make sure all entries are able to be accessed by our judges, we require all files be submitted through a URL. For video, YouTube is preferred. For audio, SoundCloud is preferred.

Why can I only upload one URL?

To avoid our judges missing any details of your submission, we require all entries to be compiled into one URL for the judges to view. This may mean that you will need to edit your submissions to comply with time limits.

 

I have entries for multiple stations that are in different market sizes. How do I know which category to enter?

If you have an entry for a station in a small market (i.e., Sikeston), but the parent company main office/headquarters is in a medium market (i.e., Cape Girardeau), the entry should follow the parent company market size.

How do I know if my station is an MBA member?   

Stations that are current MBA members will be listed on the station dropdown list when you start your entry. 

How do I know if my station is a participant in MO-PEP, qualifying for the discounted entry fee?

The platform automatically discounts entry fees for stations who participate in MO-PEP. 

What if my entry is longer than the maximum length?

Your entry will be rejected without a refund. Our judges' time is very valuable so it is imperative the entries adhere to the time limits established. This may require you to edit the entry to fit the time allowed.

What do I do if my entry doesn't fit into a clearly defined category?

Viewing the category criteria often helps determine the category that will work best for your entry.

 

Contact Terri Stutheit if you have any questions or issues.