International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
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The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences or IATAS is a branch of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences based in New York City. It is the largest organization of global broadcasters, with members from nearly 70 countries and over 400 companies.
In addition to presenting the International Emmy Award to the best television programs produced throughout the world, every November the Academy produces a Television Festival and the International Emmy Awards Gala in New York City. The Television Festival screens the current year's International Emmy-nominated programs and features the world-class producers and directors who speak about their work. The International Emmy Awards Gala takes place the day after the Festival, awarding the International Emmy. This black-tie event attracts over 1,000 major figures in broadcast, entertainment and media from around the world.
The Academy's Foundation also presents the annual Sir Peter Ustinov Television Scriptwriting Award for young television writers.
