The International Press Academy ( IPA ) is an American association of professional entertainment journalists, representing both domestic and foreign markets in print, television, radio, cable and new media outlets. Its members have annually been giving what are now known as the Satellite Awards since January 1997.
2-958: The Satellite Awards are annual awards given by the International Press Academy that are commonly noted in entertainment industry journals and blogs. The awards were originally known as the Golden Satellite Awards . The award ceremonies take place each year at the InterContinental Hotel in Century City, Los Angeles . In 2011, the IPA combined the Drama and Comedy/Musical film awards into one category, affecting Best Film, Actor, Actress, Supporting Actor and Supporting Actress awards. International Press Academy All full-time entertainment journalists are eligible to join; membership
4-619: Is open to journalists listed in the MPAA directory and to those working journalists who submit at least six entertainment-related clips to be considered by the board. The academy was founded in 1996 by Mirjana Van Blaricom. The IPA annually recognizes achievements in the fields of cinema, television and new media through the Satellite Awards (originally known as the Golden Satellite Awards). Special achievement awards presented by
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