Recognises an improvisor whose contribution has had a significant and lasting positive impact on the improv sector, through performance, teaching, leadership, community-building, mentoring or advocacy.

Recognises fresh thinking, experimentation or new approaches that extend what improv can be, who it reaches or how it is created, taught, produced or shared.

Recognises excellence in the technical craft of improv, including innovative formatting, use of character and narrative, and the live use of improvised music, lighting, sound or other responsive craft elements that shape and elevate improvised performance.

Recognises an individual, group or initiative that strengthens improv communities through inclusion, participation, outreach, education or community-building.

Recognises an ensemble or production that demonstrates outstanding performance quality and contributes to the visibility and strength of improvised performance in Aotearoa New Zealand.