The Audio Production Awards (APAs) are an annual celebration presented by AudioUK that recognises excellence across the UK audio industry, including radio, podcasts, and audio drama. The awards highlight outstanding creative achievement, technical skill, and innovation, showcasing the productions that set the standard in British audio each year. Launched in 2010 (originally as the Radio Production Awards), the APAs have evolved to cover multiple audio formats and genres.
The selection process is judged by panels of industry professionals, evaluating submissions based on creativity, production quality, originality, and audience impact. Unlike fan-voted awards, the APAs emphasize expert assessment, reflecting both artistic and technical excellence as determined by leading figures in the UK audio sector.
Categories span multiple formats and genres, capturing both established series and emerging talent across radio and podcast productions. The APAs aim to spotlight exceptional creative achievement, celebrate innovation, and amplify voices that contribute to the diversity and cultural impact of audio storytelling.