Nominations Announced for AudioUK’s 2024 Audio Production Awards
The anticipation is building as nominations for the prestigious AudioUK 2024 Audio Production Awards have officially been announced. Sponsored by Audible, this year’s ceremony will take place on November 20 at the iconic BFI on London’s South Bank. This gala evening promises to celebrate the best in audio production, recognizing excellence across a diverse range of audio content, including podcasts, audiobooks, sound design, radio, and more.
Organized by AudioUK, the Audio Production Awards aim to spotlight outstanding achievements in audio storytelling and production. The awards acknowledge the creative talents that bring audio content to life, highlighting both emerging and established voices in the industry.
Categories and Nominees
Production Company of the Year
The nominees in the Production Company of the Year category, sponsored by Audible, are:
Almost Tangible
Blanchard House
Novel
Overcoat Media
Unedited
Whistledown Productions
Producer of the Year
In the Producer of the Year category, sponsored by The Podcast Show, the following individuals are nominated:
Charlotte Mélen
Ed Morrish
Jon Holmes
Leonie Thomas
Meera Kumar
Talia Augustidis
Honoring New Voices and Presenters
The Presenter/Host and New Voice category features an exciting lineup, including:
Daisy for RAW for Audible: The Second Victim: Daisy’s Story
Jake Shears for Queer the Music
Dan Snow for History Hit
Craig Charles for his show on BBC Radio 6 Music
This year’s awards also include a new honor, the Best Presenter/Host, which will be presented in memory of David Knowles, the late presenter of the podcast Ukraine: The Latest, who tragically passed away in September.
Grassroots Productions and Innovative Projects
Among the nominees for the Grassroots Production Award, sponsored by Morley Radio, are:
Carousel Radio – showcasing the voices of individuals with learning disabilities.
Prison Radio Association – dedicated to producing content from within the prison system.
An innovative collaboration between University of Manchester and Imperial College London focusing on cough research.
Notable Nominations in Other Categories
This year also sees standout nominations in various categories, showcasing the diverse talent in the audio industry. Here are some highlights:
Best Narrator:
Jassa Ahluwalia
Deborah Ayorinde
Best Ensemble Cast:
Nish Kumar and Coco Khan for Pod Save the UK
Sayeeda Warsi and David Baddiel for A Muslim & A Jew Go There
The Words of AudioUK’s Leadership
Chloe Straw, Managing Director of AudioUK, expressed her excitement about the nominations:
“The breadth of talent in the UK continues to fill me with joy each year. AudioUK’s Audio Production Awards provide a space to celebrate talent in a way that no other awards ceremony offers—spotlighting the producers behind some of the most creative and meticulously produced stories and shows in the world. Congratulations to all the nominees and thank you to all the judges for sharing their time and expertise.”
Sponsorship and Support
The success of the awards is made possible thanks to key partnerships and sponsorships. Audible serves as the lead sponsor, supporting the ceremony and the people who shape the audio industry. The awards also benefit from the contributions of various category sponsors, including BBC Sounds, Everybody Media, and Morley Radio.
In a show of commitment to accessibility, partners like Amazon Music and Wondery offer a Pay What You Can Scheme for attendees needing financial support.
The Chair of Judges Speaks
Megan Bradshaw, Head of Podcasts for Europe, Australia, and New Zealand at Amazon Music and Chair of Judges, shared her insights:
“It was an honour to act as the 2024 Chair of Judges for the APAs. The awards recognize the best in audio production, and we actively encourage our judges to consider the talent that shines this year against the backdrop of the diverse audiences we aspire to serve.”
Bradshaw concluded by congratulating all the nominees and looking forward to the event at one of London’s iconic venues.
Complete List of Nominations
The following categories and nominees highlight the scope of talent recognized at this year’s awards:
Best Audiobook Producer (Sponsored by Sue Terry Voices)
Alfie Thompson – Penguin Random House
Chris Thompson – Penguin Random House
Kate MacDonald – Penguin Random House
Lily Ridett – Freelance
Rosemary O’Dowd – Penguin Random House
Sophie Ahmed – Audio Always
Best Arts & Culture Producer
Arthur Hagues – Prison Radio Association
Geoff Bird – Freelance
Leonie Thomas – Overcoat Media
Lou Mensah – Shade Productions
Sharuna Sagar – BBC
Silas Gray – Eclectivity
Best Comedy Producer
Bertie Moores – Audio Always
Ed Morrish – Lead Mojo Productions
Jon Holmes – Unusual
Lyndsay Fenner – Mighty Bunny
Matt Tiller – Tillervision
Sasha Bobak – BBC Studios Audio
Best Drama and Fiction Producer
Alex Curran – Granny Eats Wolf
Boz Temple-Morris – Holy Mountain
Charlotte Mélen – Almost Tangible
Nicolas Jackson – Afonica
Samuel Robinson – Freelance
Terry Mynott – Moonkarta
Best Ensemble Cast
Carys Afoko and Gary Younge – Over the Top, Under the Radar
Nish Kumar and Coco Khan – Pod Save the UK
Sayeeda Warsi and David Baddiel – A Muslim & A Jew Go There
The Ensemble Cast of Green Wing: Resuscitated
William Hanson and Jordan North – Help I Sexted My Boss
Zak and Jules – Life After Prison
Best Entertainment Producer
Charlie Murrell – Sony Music Entertainment
David Manero – Listen
Faye Lyons-White – Loftus Media
Helena Webb – BBC Radio 1 / BBC Audio
Josephine McDermott – BBC News
Katie Boden – TBI Media
Best Factual/Documentary Producer (Sponsored by Great Big Story)
Anna Sinfield – Novel
Emma Barnaby – Freelance/Raw TV
Jude Shapiro – Peanut & Crumb
Meera Kumar – Freelance
Ross Sutherland – Falling Tree Productions
Talia Augustidis – Falling Tree Productions
Best Lifestyle and Society Producer (Sponsored by Everybody Media)
Anne McNaught – Boffin Media
Beth Madden – Prison Radio Association
Catherine Carr – Pocket Productions/Whistledown
Lina Prestwood – Scenery Studios and Social Broadcasts
Matt Nielson – Chalk and Blade
Sam Taylor – Prison Radio Association
Best Music Producer
James Taylor – Overcoat Media
Matt Tasker – BBC Audio
Ollie Brookes – Prison Radio Association
Rob Littlejohn – Independent
Shreni Yajnik – Listen
Silvia Malnati – Reduced Listening
Best New Producer (Sponsored by Amazon Music and Wondery)
Cat Gough – Reduced Listening
Jasmine Hill – Listen
Mahsa Chadry – Audio Always
Nadia Medhi – Freelance
Taqwa Sadiq – Freelance and BBC
Verity de Cala – Transmission Roundhouse
Best New Voice (Sponsored by BBC Sounds)
Anouska Lewis – BBC Sounds Audio Lab & Mags Creative
Daisy – RAW for Audible
Jake Shears – Mercury Studios
Petra Barran – Scenery Studios and Social Broadcasts
Lucinda Rouse – Haymarket Media Group & Rethink Audio
Sophiena – Audio Always
Best News and Current Affairs Producer
Courtney Yusuf – The Guardian
Edward Drummond – Times Media
James Shield – Freelance/The Times and Sunday Times
Sam Chantarasak – The Times and Sunday Times
Tim Johns – BBC
Will Roe – The Times and Sunday Times
Best Presenter/Host (Presented in Honour of David Knowles)
Craig Charles – Audio Always
Dan Snow – History Hit
Jake Harris – Yoto
Jon Holmes – Freelance
Josie Long – Falling Tree Productions
Justin Dealey – BBC Three Counties Radio
Best Sonic Branding Producer
Adam Venton – Little Monster Media
Emily Roberts – Kerrang! Radio and Planet Rock Station Sound
Gordon Lundy – Absolute Radio
James Stodd – Greatest Hits Radio
Matt Barnard – Bauer Media Group
Sam Parker – WIZZFX
Best Sound Design Producer
Amber Devereux – Tin Can Audio
David Chilton – Almost Tangible
Martin Austwick – Freelance
Nathan Freeman – Granny Eats Wolf
Tess Davidson – Freelance
Tony Churnside – Freelance
Best Sports Producer
Finn Ranson – Stak
Ilona Toller – Whistledown Productions
Jack Winstanley – IMG
Joe Aldridge – IMG
Justin Dealey – BBC Three Counties Radio
Lochlainn Harte – Freelance
Grassroots Production Award (Sponsored by Morley Radio)
Carousel Radio
Lou Mensah – Shade Podcast
Prison Radio Association – Life After Prison
Prison Radio Association – Out of Touch
University of Manchester and Imperial College London – How We Cough
Best Audio Book Producer (Sponsored by Sue Terry Voices)
Alfie Thompson – Penguin Random House
Chris Thompson – Penguin Random House
Kate MacDonald – Penguin Random House
Lily Ridett – Freelance
Rosemary O’Dowd – Penguin Random House
Sophie Ahmed – Audio Always
Best Audiobook Narrator
Jassa Ahluwalia
Deborah Ayorinde
Conclusion
The 2024 Audio Production Awards promise to be a memorable night, celebrating the incredible talent in the audio industry. With nominations spanning various categories, it showcases a rich tapestry of creativity and innovation. Mark your calendars for November 20th, and join in the celebration of audio excellence!
