Children's Programming

Requirements for Membership

Please note that requirements (as outlined below) must be met within the four (4) years preceding one's application for membership or membership review; also, such requirements apply in each instance to the production and/or distribution of nationally exhibited audio visual works. All episodes should be a minimum of thirty (30) minutes in length unless defined otherwise specifically for short form programming. Credits from self-published programs alone do not qualify for membership in the Television Academy. Individuals who have received a Primetime, Daytime, or Children's & Family Emmy Nomination, specific to this peer group, within the past four (4) years are eligible for Active membership.

Active Status:

Employment in one or more of the following areas or in one of the classifications covered by the other peer groups for a minimum of two (2) years in the last four (4) years:

  • EXECUTIVE
  • PRODUCER
  • WRITER
  • DIRECTOR
  • TALENT


AND

At least 75% of work must be in Children's Television Programming or Children's New Media Programming.

Or a qualified body of work relevant to the peer group that warrants a waiver of the above requirements. Body of Work designation has all benefits of Active membership with the exception of running for Peer Group Governor.

Associate Status:

Involved in Children's Television Programming or Children's New Media Programming in an Executive or Creative Position for a minimum of one (1) year.  

updated 8.27.24

Board of Governors Representatives

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Applications are accepted year-round. Application processing time is 4-6 weeks.  2024 Emmy Nominee applications will be expedited!

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