Do I pay before or after I submit?
After. You build your entire entry, review the rubric, and only pay at the final step. Drafts save as you type, so you can leave and come back.
What if I don’t win?
You still receive the complete seven-criteria scorecard and your weighted score out of 10 - the same breakdown every winner gets. You just don’t get the award page or badge. On Premium and rushed, your permanent nominee page stays either way.
Is a paid submission more likely to win?
No. The rubric and the jury are identical for every entry. The fee buys your place in the queue and, on rushed, a faster turnaround - never a better score.
What’s the difference between $49.99 and $98.99?
Speed only. Rushed submissions jump the queue and get a guaranteed 48-hour verdict instead of the standard cycle. Same rubric, same judges.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. If for any reason we can’t judge your submission, you get a full refund. Once a review is delivered the fee is non-refundable.
How do agency plans work?
They’re annual programs for studios that want ongoing visibility - verified profiles, ranking placement, included submissions, and buyer leads. Pick a tier above - you can upgrade anytime.