About the Emmy® Awards

What are the Emmy® Awards?

The Emmy® Award is the premier television production award presented in various sectors of the television industry, including entertainment programming, news and documentary shows, and sports programming. The awards are presented in various area-specific ceremonies held annually throughout the year, honoring excellence in television programming.

How is NATAS-NCCB involved?

The National Capital Chesapeake Bay Chapter of The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is the chapter responsible for awarding the Emmy® to those whose work in the television industry exhibits excellence worthy of the Emmy® in the region. For more information on chapters and regions visit the National Academy's website and navigate to the chapters section.

How to Enter

The Emmy Awards Call for Entries is now available.  Click the 54th Emmy® Awards link to download the call and submit an entry. Entry period is 6 weeks. Check the eligibility requirements on the Call for Entries. Don’t forget to take advantage of the Early Bird Deadlines for submissions.  Also, members now get an extra week for submission with the Late Deadline.