The ACM SIGGRAPH Awards Program celebrates the pioneers, innovators, and visionaries in research, the arts, community service, computer graphics and interactive techniques. From groundbreaking technical achievements to transformative artistic contributions, these prestigious awards recognize individuals and teams shaping the future of our industry.
Why the ACM SIGGRAPH Awards Matter
- We Celebrate Excellence: Honoring lifetime achievements, revolutionary research, and emerging talents that drive the industry forward.
- We Inspire Innovation: Recognizing contributions that push the boundaries of technology and creativity.
- We Build Community: Highlighting those who foster collaboration, mentorship, and leadership within the ACM SIGGRAPH community.
Award Categories
Whether it’s honoring a career of innovation with the Steven Anson Coons Award, celebrating early-career breakthroughs with the Significant New Researcher Award, or spotlighting groundbreaking digital artistry through the Distinguished Artist Award for Lifetime Achievement in Digital Art. The ACM SIGGRAPH Awards Program spans every facet of the field and service to the community.
Join us at the annual SIGGRAPH conference to celebrate the recognition of brilliance in our community. Be inspired by the achievements of our peers and the future they’re shaping.
Nominate Today: Help us recognize the exceptional contributions of individuals in our field. Nominate a peer, mentor, or colleague who deserves to be celebrated. All the ACM SIGGRAPH Awards will be acknowledged at SIGGRAPH 2025.
To nominate ACM SIGGRAPH members for various awards, the following steps outline the nomination process:
- Understand the Awards: ACM SIGGRAPH presents multiple awards, including the Steven Anson Coons Award, Computer Graphics Achievement Award, Distinguished Artist Award for Lifetime Achievement, and others. Each award has specific eligibility criteria and focus areas.
- Eligibility and Guidelines:
- Review the specific award’s guidelines for nominee eligibility, evaluation criteria, and required documentation.
- Ensure the nominee meets all eligibility criteria, such as their contributions to computer graphics or digital art.
- Prepare the Nomination:
- Include a detailed nomination letter explaining the nominee’s achievements and why they deserve the award.
- Collect supporting materials, such as a CV, list of publications or works, and letters of support from colleagues or peers.
- Submission Process:
- Follow the official nomination process outlined on the ACM SIGGRAPH Awards page.
- Submit the nomination package by the deadline. Ensure all required documents are complete and in the specified format.
- Award Committee Review:
- The award committees evaluate nominations based on the set criteria.
- Be prepared to provide additional information if requested by the committee.
- Timelines and Deadlines:
- Adhere to the announced timelines for nomination submission, as late submissions might not be considered.
For specifics on the nomination process or detailed forms, visit the ACM SIGGRAPH official awards page or contact their awards committee directly. If you’re managing the submission for a particular award or want further tailored advice, please ask and share details.
Visit ACM SIGGRAPH Awards to learn more and submit nominations. Together, let’s celebrate the best of computer graphics!