By Connor Cheung, Chair, JAG Awards Committee
As we approach the JAG Awards, it’s a privilege to look back at the incredible range of talent within our community. This year’s submissions have been outstanding, with 26 different organizations participating and bringing forward some of the most creative work we’ve seen.
On a personal note, my journey with media and community broadcasting has always been driven by the belief that local stories deserve a professional stage. In my work as chair of the JAG Awards Committee and through my involvement in various regional media projects, I’ve focused on bridging the gap between technical execution and meaningful storytelling. Whether it’s overseeing the logistics of our annual audit or working on-site to ensure our stations have the tools they need to succeed, I’m passionate about elevating the standard of what we produce. Seeing the growth in quality across our member stations over the last few years has been one of the most rewarding aspects of this role.
Of course, the culmination of all this hard work is the JAG Awards Banquet. It’s more than just a ceremony; it’s the one night of the year where we get to step out from behind the cameras and control boards to celebrate together. There is a unique energy in the room when colleagues from across the state finally get to connect, share ideas, and recognize the long hours that go into every 30-second promo and hours-long town hall. It’s a night of genuine fun, high spirits, and a shared pride in the impact local broadcasting has on our communities.
To give you a preview of the scale of this year’s competition, we have entries spanning a wide variety of categories, including:
- 501 PSA: Public Service Announcements making a difference.
- 601 Promotion: Highlighting specific events and station branding.
- 2200 Best Bulletin Board: Keeping our neighborhoods informed.
- 2000 Community Festival/Fair Event: Showcasing local culture and creativity.
- 101 Documentary: Deep dives into the stories that matter.
We can’t wait to see you all there to celebrate another year of excellence! May 13 at the Crowne Plaza in Edison, New Jersey.
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Celebrating Excellence: The 2026 JAG Awards
Posted: April 28, 2026 by Doug Seidel
By Connor Cheung, Chair, JAG Awards Committee
As we approach the JAG Awards, it’s a privilege to look back at the incredible range of talent within our community. This year’s submissions have been outstanding, with 26 different organizations participating and bringing forward some of the most creative work we’ve seen.
On a personal note, my journey with media and community broadcasting has always been driven by the belief that local stories deserve a professional stage. In my work as chair of the JAG Awards Committee and through my involvement in various regional media projects, I’ve focused on bridging the gap between technical execution and meaningful storytelling. Whether it’s overseeing the logistics of our annual audit or working on-site to ensure our stations have the tools they need to succeed, I’m passionate about elevating the standard of what we produce. Seeing the growth in quality across our member stations over the last few years has been one of the most rewarding aspects of this role.
Of course, the culmination of all this hard work is the JAG Awards Banquet. It’s more than just a ceremony; it’s the one night of the year where we get to step out from behind the cameras and control boards to celebrate together. There is a unique energy in the room when colleagues from across the state finally get to connect, share ideas, and recognize the long hours that go into every 30-second promo and hours-long town hall. It’s a night of genuine fun, high spirits, and a shared pride in the impact local broadcasting has on our communities.
To give you a preview of the scale of this year’s competition, we have entries spanning a wide variety of categories, including:
We can’t wait to see you all there to celebrate another year of excellence! May 13 at the Crowne Plaza in Edison, New Jersey.
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