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Tips for Designer Awards Entries
ElectronicLifestylesAwards®
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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©.
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Photography Tips
Show racks plugged in and functional
Turn on all interior lights
Turn off ceiling fans and televisions
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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
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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/
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Your Photos Can Be Used Other Places (not just the awards)
Marketing CollateralFlyersBrochuresPostcardsDoor HangersPortfolio
WebsiteBusiness Cards
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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.
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Additional Reasons to Enter
All projects entered are featured in Idea BookElectronic Lifestyles® MagazineConsumer Website
―Inspiration Gallery: www.cedia.org/inspiration-gallery
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Exposure for Winning Projects
Consumer websiteElectronic House MagazineResidential Systems MagazineElectronic Lifestyles® MagazinePress ReleaseWinner LogoWinning years show up in Finder Service
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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
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Questions?
Email [email protected] 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!