Awards Insights
We catch up with notable judges from years past for their insights on their experience as a judge at the ICAD awards.
2018 ICAD Awards
ICAD exists to inspire and celebrate the very best in Irish creative work. For sixty years, the ICAD Bell has remained iconic - a prestigious and coveted prize and acknowledged internationally as a benchmark of creative excellence. It rewards creativity at its best – work that is original, provocative, surprising and ground-breaking. Entries are judged by panels of experienced Irish creatives and international judges and the list of previous winners demonstrates the consistently high standards that are rewarded. In 2018, ICAD's 60th year, we look forward while celebrating the strong legacy of the industry.
ICAD Awards Key Dates 2018 / ICAD60
January 2018
Online entry system opens
Our online system will be open for entries. We will make available all the information you need regarding categories, file requirements, and fees. You should also confirm your memberships are up to date. You can do this by contacting us or checking in the member's area.
February 23
Early Bird Entries Deadline
This will be your last chance to enter work at a 10% discount.
March 9
Final Entries Deadline (Online Entry System Closes)
No extensions will be given after this point.
March 23
Remote Judging Commences
Judges will get a chance to give first feedback in advance of the live judging.
April 6-7
Judging Weekend
We will hold our annual live judging on April 6-7, 2018. Our local and international judges will come together for two days judging at Screen Scene in Dublin 2.
May 14
Release of Commendations
We will announce all shortlisted entries in our Commendations Gallery on our website and at a launch event. All commended work will be in with a chance of winning a bell at our awards ceremony.
May 24
ICAD60 Awards Ceremony
We'll be celebrating the best creative advertising and design of the last year at a very special 60th year awards ceremony.
