Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Accepts Nominations for 'Government Awards for Contributions to Advertising Industry Development'

From the 24th to August 11th, a total of 16 people selected

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced on the 23rd that it is accepting nominations for the '2023 Government Awards for Contributions to the Development of the Advertising Industry' until August 11.

Exterior view of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism building in Sejong City. [Photo by Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism]

To promote the advertising industry and boost the morale of those working in the advertising sector, the Ministry has been awarding the 'Government Awards for Contributions to the Development of the Advertising Industry' annually around 'Advertising Day (November 11)' since 1992. A total of 274 individuals have received the award up to last year.

The selection criteria include ▲contributions to industry development such as pioneering new advertising fields and workforce training ▲contributions to fostering advertising culture such as establishing a foundation for advertising culture and improving public life ▲contributions to strengthening national competitiveness such as economic development and exploring overseas markets.

This year, a total of 16 individuals who have contributed to the development of the advertising industry and the promotion of culture will be selected. Eight recipients will receive government awards such as industrial medals, commendations, and the Presidential Citation, while eight will receive the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Citation and other awards.

The award candidates include those working in the advertising industry, academia, and organizations. Nominations can be made by advertising-related institutions, organizations, or any member of the public. Nomination letters can be submitted via registered mail (to the Ministry’s Broadcasting and Video Advertising Division) or email.

The winners will be finally decided through evaluations by a private expert judging panel in the advertising field, the Ministry’s official judging committee, qualification verification by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, and public verification. The awards ceremony will be held at the '2023 Korea Advertising Festival' scheduled for December 5.

A Ministry official stated, "This award is the only government award in the advertising field, making it highly significant," and added, "We will actively discover the hidden contributors in the industry who have creatively contributed to the development of the advertising industry."

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