Welcome to Xchangeteam's Freelancer of the Year Awards 2008, the only Awards in the UK dedicated to that unsung hero of Marketing, Media and Communications - the freelancer.

2008 will see the event's fifth year – and this one promises to be the biggest and best yet!

Freelance consultants too often go unrecognised for the sterling work they do, overlooked as fellow team members bask in the glory of a successful campaign. So Xchangeteam created the awards in 2003 - so that the very best could be showcased and celebrated and their contribution recognised.

An eminent array of judges from the marketing, media and communications community will select eight category winners and one overall winner. The prizes will then be handed out at a glittering ceremony in a top London venue in February 2009.

So, if you want to nominate someone you've hired or someone you've worked with - or even nominate yourself - just fill in our online nomination form. The prestige that accompanies these awards guarantees a real boost to the profiles of the lucky winners, so if you know someone who deserves genuine recognition don't delay!

Last year's winner, Rona Levin, commented on winning the title:

"Winning the Award has also had a huge impact on my career, in terms of being able to raise my profile in the industry and attract the interest of potential hirers. Freelancers usually work in the background and don't seek attention for their work, but one person really can make a difference which others value. The Awards recognise that contribution and celebrate it."