New York has set the stage once again for a celebration of global audio creativity and innovation with the announcement of the New York Festivals® Radio Awards 2025 Grand Jury. This year’s panel is especially notable for including three distinguished media professionals from Asia, enhancing the jury’s diversity.
The Asian representation includes two prominent figures from India—Swarup BR, co-founder and creative director at Stark Communications, and Anurita Patel, executive vice president and national programming director at Radio City/Music Broadcast Ltd. From South Korea, Mikyung Shin, executive producer at BeFM / Busan English Broadcasting Foundation, joins the jury. They are part of a group that exceeds 100 top-tier leaders in the radio industry from all six continents.
Assembled from a variety of esteemed organizations and companies, the grand jurors are revered across multiple facets of audio production. Their work encompasses a wide array of genres such as documentary, entertainment, news, sports, and corporate image, to name a few. The collective expertise of these jurors underscores the award’s emphasis on excellence and innovation in radio production.
Judging criteria for the awards are deeply rooted in professional prudence emphasizing production values, creativity, content presentation, and suitability to the target audience. This ensures that every entry is judged with a holistic approach towards achieving a high standard of audio storytelling.
Among the notable companies represented by the jurors are BBC, Radio Mitre S.A., SiriusXM Radio, and Radio Express International from the USA. The inclusion of entities such as NASA/JPL, Bauer Media Audio Ireland, and Radio New Zealand further emphasizes the global scope and prestige of the NYF Radio Awards.
Rose Anderson, EVP & Executive Director of New York Festivals Radio Awards, highlighted the comprehensive nature of modern audio storytelling represented within the panel. With content ranging from audiobooks and podcasts to investigative journalism and live events, the jury’s eclectic expertise is set to reflect the current trends and innovations within the industry.
The NYF Radio Awards encourage entries from diverse types of audio media, seeking to reward those who are pushing the boundaries of what radio can achieve. With a deadline set for January 31, 2025, participants have a broad window to submit their works for consideration.
This diverse formulation of the grand jury not only promotes a rich variety of perspectives but also sets a high bar for the entrants, reflecting the dynamic nature of the global audio landscape.
The inclusion of voices from around the world ensures a vibrant, well-rounded deliberation process. As media continues to evolve, festivals like the NYF Radio Awards play a pivotal role in setting the standards for creativity and innovation in global broadcasting.
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