HOW DO I ENTER?
Download your entry form, complete all questions and upload (as a PDF or word document) using the easy to use, secure online entry portal here.
Remember when submitting multiple entries, each entry requires an individual entry form with the correct category information and results relating to the category in question.
Remember when submitting multiple entries, each entry requires an individual entry form with the correct category information and results relating to the category in question.
IS THERE A LIMIT TO THE NUMBER OF ENTRIES I CAN SUBMIT?
No, we even have a multiple-entry offer for you to benefit from!
You can submit one campaign or piece of work into multiple categories, or multiple campaigns or pieces of work into one category!
All entries must be submitted on separate entry forms and remember to tailor your entry for the chosen category.
You can submit one campaign or piece of work into multiple categories, or multiple campaigns or pieces of work into one category!
All entries must be submitted on separate entry forms and remember to tailor your entry for the chosen category.
IS THERE A WORD LIMIT?
The word limit for entries is 1,000 words.
Please be concise and focused in your responses to maximise your entry's impact within the allowed word limit.
The word count does not include the company information at the beginning of the form, or the questions that entrants are required to answer.
DO NOT EXCEED THE WORD LIMIT as you may be penalised/marked down by the judges who believe in fairness and a level playfield.
Please be concise and focused in your responses to maximise your entry's impact within the allowed word limit.
The word count does not include the company information at the beginning of the form, or the questions that entrants are required to answer.
DO NOT EXCEED THE WORD LIMIT as you may be penalised/marked down by the judges who believe in fairness and a level playfield.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ENTER AND WHEN IS THE DEADLINE?
All entries made before 23:59 on Thursday 19th September 2024 will be charged a super early bird administration fee of £165 plus VAT per entry which must be paid when submitting your entry or entries.
Entries submitted after the super early bird close will be charged the early bird fee of £235 + VAT, with the deadline for submissions being Thursday 10th October 2024.
Entries submitted after Thursday 10th October 2024 will be charged an administration fee of £285 + VAT and must be submitted by the extended deadline of 23:59, Thursday 24th October 2024.
Entries submitted after the super early bird close will be charged the early bird fee of £235 + VAT, with the deadline for submissions being Thursday 10th October 2024.
Entries submitted after Thursday 10th October 2024 will be charged an administration fee of £285 + VAT and must be submitted by the extended deadline of 23:59, Thursday 24th October 2024.
WHAT SUPPORTING MATERIALS CAN I PROVIDE?
Supporting materials can include:
-links to websites, videos and social media
-client testimonials
-images, infographics and screen grabs
All materials must be provided in word, PDF or JPEG formats. Zip files and videos themselves cannot be accepted.
-links to websites, videos and social media
-client testimonials
-images, infographics and screen grabs
All materials must be provided in word, PDF or JPEG formats. Zip files and videos themselves cannot be accepted.
IS THERE A FILE UPLOAD LIMIT?
All files must not exceed 2MB each.
You can upload up to three supporting documents along with your entry form.
You can upload up to three supporting documents along with your entry form.
NEED ADVICE?
If you need further help or advice, please contact the team awards@dontpanicprojects.com or call +44 (0) 1706 828 855
WHO CAN ENTER?
The Awards and judges’ welcome entries from individuals, teams, and agencies large and small.
Agency and Team Awards – all agencies and in-house teams must have an office or team located in the APAC region.
Campaign and Innovation Awards - entrants can be located anywhere in the world as long as their entry specifically references only their success in the APAC region, whether that be a targeted audience or software/tool being successfully utilised by APAC based customers.
Agency and Team Awards – all agencies and in-house teams must have an office or team located in the APAC region.
Campaign and Innovation Awards - entrants can be located anywhere in the world as long as their entry specifically references only their success in the APAC region, whether that be a targeted audience or software/tool being successfully utilised by APAC based customers.
WHO IS JUDGING THE AWARDS?
The awards are judged by a panel of respected industry leaders and experts.
The judging process includes pre-scoring to establish the shortlist, and panel meetings where entries are discussed and evaluated to decide on the winning entries in each category.
The judging process includes pre-scoring to establish the shortlist, and panel meetings where entries are discussed and evaluated to decide on the winning entries in each category.
HOW SHOULD BUDGET INFORMATION BE PROVIDED?
Judges prefer to see real numbers in relation to budget and results, however percentage figures will be accepted.
We understand that sharing full budget information may not always be feasible due to client confidentiality however we can share a confidentiality document if needed, please email awards@dontpanicprojects.com for this document.
If you cannot provide exact figures you can use budget brackets for example ‘Up to 20K’ or ‘20K to 50K’ as an alternative. For judges, this approach is preferred to percentage submissions as it helps make a more accurate assessment.
We understand that sharing full budget information may not always be feasible due to client confidentiality however we can share a confidentiality document if needed, please email awards@dontpanicprojects.com for this document.
If you cannot provide exact figures you can use budget brackets for example ‘Up to 20K’ or ‘20K to 50K’ as an alternative. For judges, this approach is preferred to percentage submissions as it helps make a more accurate assessment.
ARE THERE ANY ENTRY OFFERS I CAN USE?
Multiple Entry Offer: Submit 5 entries and receive an additional free entry. To claim your offer all 6 entries must be submitted in one session and your discount will automatically be applied at checkout.
AM I A SMALL OR LARGE CATEGORY ENTRANT?
Small, Medium and Large is based on the number of overall employees in the agency/company who is submitting the entry, and not the number of employees in the team.
Small: Companies and agencies with up to 25 employees
Large: Companies and agencies with 26 and over employees
The Award categories are separated in this way to ensure that the competition is fair and companies and agencies have equal chance of succeeding.
Small: Companies and agencies with up to 25 employees
Large: Companies and agencies with 26 and over employees
The Award categories are separated in this way to ensure that the competition is fair and companies and agencies have equal chance of succeeding.
AM I A SMALL OR LARGE CATEGORY ENTRANT?
Large and small is based on the number of overall employees in the agency/company who is submitting the entry, and not the number of employees in the team.
Small: Companies and agencies with up to 25 employees
Large: Companies and agencies with 26 or over employees
The Award categories are separated in this way to ensure that the competition is fair and companies and agencies have an equal chance of succeeding.
Small: Companies and agencies with up to 25 employees
Large: Companies and agencies with 26 or over employees
The Award categories are separated in this way to ensure that the competition is fair and companies and agencies have an equal chance of succeeding.
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"The APAC Search Awards are a benchmark for excellence in the industry, celebrating agencies that create innovative and effective campaigns. Winning in 2025 reinforces the strength of our approach and the results we achieve for our clients. It also serves as motivation to keep evolving and refining our strategies to achieve even greater success."
SixGun
"We are proud of our victory at the APAC Search Awards for the Best PPC Campaign. This accolade not only showcases the agency’s expertise in Pay-Per-Click advertising but also highlights its dedication to delivering outstanding results for clients. The award reflects Search Marketing Group’s commitment to excellence in the dynamic field of digital marketing, reinforcing its position as a reliable and forward-thinking partner for small businesses aiming to navigate and succeed in the competitive online market."
Search Marketing Group
“Winning gold at the 2024 APAC Search Awards is an incredible honour. This achievement speaks volumes to the dedication and hard work of both the Megantic Australia and Megantic Macedonia teams. I also want to acknowledge the vital role played by the Louenhide team. Their receptiveness to our innovative SEO ideas have led us to achieve remarkable growth in the organic channel. Together, we’ve formed a dream team, seamlessly combining our strengths to achieve exceptional results. This win ignites our passion to continue surpassing expectations, motivating us to constantly push boundaries and consistently deliver outstanding results.”
Frezel Enriquez Megantic
"Receiving recognition like the APAC Awards means more than just winning. It provides a platform for budding agencies like us to showcase our capabilities. It’s a stepping stone to success and an opportunity to grow even more."
Calibre9
“The APAC Search Awards night was an unforgettable experience. Being surrounded by some of the best talents in the industry was truly inspiring. When Online Path was announced as the winner, it was a moment of validation for all the hard work and unyielding dedication our team has put in.”
Michael Gibbons Online Path
"Winning at the APAC Search Awards has been such an incredible feeling for our team! Getting recognized next to some of the top players in the industry really highlights how much dedication, creativity, and effort we put into every campaign. As an SEO provider, the APAC Search Awards give us the perfect chance to stand out in our field, and we couldn’t be prouder to be part of a community that honors the best in search. It’s also a great moment to reflect on what we can improve each year and take those lessons forward into everything we do next."
Lawrence Hitches StudioHawk
"Entering the APAC Search Awards has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The nomination alone is a testament to the hard work, creativity and analytical precision that our team pours into every campaign. For us, being a finalist is more than just an accolade. It’s a validation of our core philosophy: that a personalised, data-driven approach to digital marketing and hard work can achieve extraordinary results. It’s also a reminder of the importance of collaboration — both within our team and with our clients."
Richard Chen Rich Harvest Digital
"We chose these awards because they represent the best in the business, and we wanted to benchmark ourselves against the strongest players in the industry. The entry process was seamless, and the APAC Search Awards team made it a fantastic experience from start to finish. Their support, professionalism, and enthusiasm made the journey rewarding in itself."
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