JUDGING PROCESS

All elements of an entry – written case and creative elements – are scored anonymously and confidentially. Judges recommend entries for advancement that they consider finalist-worthy and provide constructive feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of qualifying submissions. There are three judging rounds to determine selected finalists. 
 

ROUND ONE: INDEPENDENT JUDGING
Online judging serves as a preliminary review to the group judging sessions. Judges from around the country evaluate entries independently via the judging portal.  


ROUND TWO: GROUP JUDGING 
Based on the scores and recommendations from round one, select entries advance to round two. Judges review the work in a group setting, but still score independently. After each entry is reviewed, the judges engage in a brief discussion before finalizing their scores.
 

SEMI FINALISTS: BRAND REVIEW
Based on the results from the subsequent judging sessions, top submissions will be recommended to the Brand to determine two finalist teams. 
 

OUR JUDGES

Effie Collegiate judges are experienced marketing professionals across various disciplines representing brands, agencies, and platforms. Each year judges play a critical role in determining the finalists. Check out our past judges here.
 

 INTERESTED IN JUDGING?  

Please submit the application if you are interested in judging. We ask that you have at least five years of industry experience.