Robinson Prize
Celebrate excellence in editing. Nominate an outstanding editor today.
The Robinson Prize honors an editor whose work strengthens our profession through exceptional editing, mentoring, teaching, and community building. If you know an editor, even you, whose impact deserves recognition, submit a nomination.
About the Robinson Prize
Every year, ACES recognizes one editor whose work uplifts the field of editing. The Robinson Prize celebrates not only skilled editing but also the leadership, teaching, and collaboration that help our profession grow.
Named for Pam Robinson, cofounder and past president of ACES, the prize reflects her commitment to making editors more visible and strengthening the editorial community.
The winner receives a cash prize and a crystal trophy. The announcement takes place at our annual in-person conference.
Why nominate someone (or yourself)
Recognize meaningful contributions.
Nominate an editor who brings clarity to content, supports colleagues, and strengthens their organization or community.
Celebrate leadership and mentoring.
The Robinson Prize honors editors who guide others, share knowledge, and help create positive, constructive editorial environments.
Highlight community impact.
Many editors support their peers behind the scenes. This award brings that work forward and celebrates the people who help the profession thrive.
Encourage professional excellence.
By nominating someone, you help honor the values that shape ACES: collaboration, good judgment, initiative, and knowledge sharing.
Who can be nominated
The Robinson Prize is open to all editors working at least partly in English. Eligible work should be current but does not have to fall within a specific year or single project.
ACES membership is not required. There is no nomination fee.
You may nominate multiple people. If several nominations are submitted for the same candidate, judges will review the most complete and informative submission.
Not eligible: ACES board members, ACES staff, contest administrators, or judges.
How to participate
1. Write a nomination statement
Describe their contributions and why they stand out (up to 1,000 words).
2. Add supporting material(optional)
Share documents or links that show the nominee’s work or impact.
3. Provide four references
Include names and contact details. One must be a colleague or client.
4. Submit everything through the online form
Send all materials via the form between January 1 and January 31.
How judging works
Practical sessions focused on real editing work.
- New session on the third Thursday of every month
- Led by working editors and other editorial professionals across industries
- Join live or watch later on demand
- Free for ACES members
Each webcast is designed to be immediately useful. See how editors approach real decisions, tools, and workflows, and learn how to apply that thinking to your own work.
Past winners
The Robinson Prize has honored editors who demonstrate leadership, initiative, and a strong commitment to the editing community. Recent recipients include:
2026: Nadia Geagea Pupa
These editors represent excellence across the profession. Each has contributed to the field through strong editing, collaborative leadership, and support for others.