BAFTA TV Award dates revealed along with changes in eligibility, voting rules

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has confirmed the dates for its TV and TV Craft Awards ceremonies in 2022. According to Variety, the BAFTA TV Craft Awards will take place on Sunday, April 24, and the TV Awards will follow two weeks later on May 8. In addition, the nominees will be revealed on Wednesday, March 30 next year. The organization also revealed changes to the eligibility and voting criteria, including: – Only UK actors appearing in shows eligible in the ‘International’ category will now be eligible in the individual performance categories.

This rule change has already been implemented in the craft categories for UK craftsmen working in international shows. The ‘International’ category will now be increased from four to six nominees.

– International members can now vote in all categories instead of just four. – Line Producers, Production Managers and Production Heads can now be eligible candidates for consideration and recognized along with other members of the Production Team.

The requirement under the BFI Diversity Standards 2020 will be doubled to two, one related to industry access and opportunities, and another to meet at least one of four entry criteria.

While this will not affect eligibility for the awards, BAFTA will also ask whether they have achieved ‘Albert’ certification and have completed the Albert Carbon Calculator. BAFTA’s Albert Consortium is the industry authority on screen-based environmental sustainability.

“The television industry has continued to innovate and flourish creatively during the challenges of the past year. TV has once again proven its unique value in keeping viewers entertained and informed, and its vital role in all of our lives. Sarah Putt, deputy chair of BAFTA and chair of the BAFTA television committee, said in a statement.

Sarah continued, “Progress is being made to better represent a wider range of stories and voices on screen and to be appropriately inclusive and open to talent regardless of background, the outstanding works and individuals recognized at the Virgin Media BAFTAs.” It was clear in the category of Television Awards and Television Craft Awards earlier this year.”

“Each year we consult with the industry and review our terms and eligibility criteria to ensure that our awards not only reflect a growing global industry but also help drive positive change,” Putt said. to continue.

“And this year I am proud that we are stepping up our consultation with industry on environmental sustainability with a view to formally adopting requirements from 2023 that will ensure a more sustainable industry for all,” according to Variety in the statement. Having said.

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