National Association of County Agricultural Agents

COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS PROGRAM

Purpose

To recognize NACAA members who excel in communicating programs and ideas to their clientele.

Eligibility and Judging Criteria | Entry | Abstract | Awards

Deadline

Submit entries by March 15 to your Communications Committee State Chair.

Category

1. Radio - 1 to 15 minute presentation. Can be a complete program or only a segment of radio programs to be judged, however the segment of a longer tape must be dubbed off onto a blank tape for judging. Member(s) must have been a major contributor to the presentation or conducted the interview(s). Cassette must be recorded at the standard 1 7/8 inches per second. Indicate date and time(s) used, station(s) where program aired, and where taped (agent's office or station).

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SCORECARD CLASS 1
Radio program

Possible Points

1. Content

40

Does the program contain useful information? Is sufficient information given so listeners can use it? Was there good reason for discussing selected subject at the time the program was aired? Will it interest a majority of the audience? Was information localized as appropriate?

2. Format

20

Do opening remarks attract attention and arouse audience interest? Do topics follow one another in logical sequence? Does information discussed flow smoothly and naturally? Is the closing friendly and direct? Will it prompt the listener to tune in again?

3. Style

30

Does the entire show have sparkle? Does a pleasing and friendly personality show through? Does the agent have enough variation in voice quality and mood to keep the show from becoming monotonous?

4. Technical Quality

10

Does the technical quality of the tape meet broadcast standards?

Total Points

100