How Do I Select a Contest Format in the New Contesting Tool 1.5?
How Do I Select a Contest Format in the New Contesting Tool 1.5?
This Article Is For:
- All users with 'Promotions' permissions
- Applicable to all SoCast Themes
For a video tutorial, please visit: Google Drive Video Tutorial
Overview
The Contesting Tool 1.5 offers a variety of contest formats to help you engage your audience and achieve your promotional goals. Based on data from Contesting Tool 1.0, we have improved and expanded our preset contest templates, making it easier than ever to create compelling contests.
Available Contest Formats
- Enter a Sweepstakes – Invite your listeners to enter for a chance to win a prize.
- Grow Your Audience – Encourage listeners to visit your website, subscribe to your social channels, and refer friends.
- Listen to Win (On Air) – Drive tune-in by having listeners answer a question during your broadcast.
- Vote in a Poll – Collect insights and feedback by having entrants vote in a poll.
- Submit an Image – Let listeners submit images to share and foster deeper engagement.
- Submit a Video/Audio Link – Invite your audience to submit a video or audio link for richer interaction.
You can also use a Blank Canvas to fully customize your contest by mixing and matching entry forms, widgets, and actions to suit your needs.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Navigate to the Contest Creation Page:
Go to Website > Promotions > Contests > All Contests > Add New Contest. -
Blank Canvas:
Select the Blank Canvas template to create a fully customizable contest layout from scratch.
Click the Use This Template button to start building your own contest. -
Preset Contest Formats:
Choose from the available preset formats:- Enter a Sweepstakes
- Grow Your Audience
- Listen to Win
- Vote in a Poll
- Submit an Image
- Submit a Video/Audio Link
Click the Use This Template button to use a pre-built template.
By selecting the format that best fits your contest goals, you can quickly launch engaging promotions and connect with your audience.
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